Expert's 'four basket method' can declutter your home in minutes

If you're struggling with a cluttered home and don't know where to start, an interior design expert has shared her tried-and-tested method.

Not only is it quick and easy, but it also helps you separate items you might want to sell - preventing you from throwing away perfectly good items and potentially earning you some extra cash. The key is not to dive straight into the task, even if that seems like the best approach. Instead, there's a crucial first step to take before tackling the mess - preparation.

As demonstrated in a video by . designs, setting up four cleaning baskets can be incredibly effective. Simply designate each basket for items to keep, donate, sell or bin, making it much easier to sort through your belongings. The interior design expert suggests labelling each basket, then shows how to use the system.

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In the clip, Gilla swiftly sorts soft items into the appropriate baskets, clearing the clutter in seconds. "Empty into bags as they fill up and keep going," she advises. "Take these four baskets with you room to room throughout your home." Viewers were quick to praise the hack, with several expressing their approval in the comments. "I love this idea," said one person. "Perfect," agreed another.

When another person chimed in, stating that they think the technique is "great", the guru responded: "It's great, because you can take the totes Room To Room. Keeps you motivated." In a reply to another advocate of the approach, she added: "I've used this method for years."