Use this guide to set up a catch-all you’re free to actually keep organized.
By removing everything, you’re free to clearly see what you have.
If you have enoughcountertop spacearound the junk drawer, pull everything out and place it nearby.
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Feel free to lay down some towels to catch debris and protect the surface youre working on.
Then, tackle any sticky residue or stains before wiping down the interior.
This is also a good time to measure the inside of the drawer.
Drawer space is limited, so choose what to store wisely and be decisive about what to remove.
But if you’re gonna wanna go shopping, simply revisit the measurements taken earlier.
Add the items that made the cut back into the drawer, using organizers as category boundaries.
In other words, add office supplies to one section, electronics to another, and so forth.
Maintaining the drawer ensures it remains functional and prevents it from turning into a stress-inducing mess all over again.
