A Professional Organizer’s Secret to Stress-Free Laundry Days
Here’s a little home organizing tip that can make a big difference—especially when it comes to one of the most relentless household tasks: laundry.
If you’re fortunate enough to have a laundry room with a bit of extra space, don’t just think of it as the place where clothes get washed and dried. Think of it as a laundry organization zone—a hardworking space that can serve as a temporary storage station for clean, dry laundry.
Give Yourself Permission to Pause
One of the most common organizing challenges I see as a professional organizer is that people feel pressured to “finish” the laundry cycle the moment the dryer buzzes. But guess what? You don’t have to rush.
Instead of racing to fold and put everything away right then and there, you can give yourself permission to pause. Let clean clothes rest in your laundry zone until it makes sense for you—or your family—to put them away. Sometimes the best organizing system is one that works with your energy, not against it.
Create a Family-Friendly Sorting System
Depending on the size of your laundry area and how many people share your home, consider adding laundry bins, sorting baskets, or labeled containers for each family member. You might even install hanging rods or shelving units for items that need to air dry or be hung right away.
For families who constantly struggle to get laundry from the dryer to the dresser, setting up a family closet—either inside or adjacent to the laundry room—can be a total game-changer. It eliminates the extra step of carrying clothes back and forth, and helps everyone stay accountable for their own items.
Bring the System Closer to the Action
In professional organizing, one of the golden rules is this: put systems where the action happens. If your laundry routine feels scattered or inefficient, the solution might not be “more discipline”—it might be better placement.
By setting up clothing storage solutions where you already wash and dry, you reduce steps and make it easier to stay consistent. The closer your system is to the task, the less resistance you’ll feel, and the more likely it is to actually work long-term.
Reflect on Your Current Routine
Take a moment to notice your own laundry workflow. Does it feel smooth, simple, and sustainable? Or do you often feel like you’re falling behind?
If it’s the latter, don’t be too hard on yourself—just consider making a small shift. Sometimes, all it takes is rethinking the flow of your space. When your clean laundry has a dedicated, organized landing zone, everything else—folding, sorting, putting away—becomes faster and more manageable.
Organizing Is About Efficiency and Grace
At its heart, professional home organizing isn’t about perfection—it’s about creating systems that make daily life easier. When your laundry area supports your real-life habits, you’ll not only save time and energy, but you’ll also feel more in control of your home’s rhythm.
So, go ahead—reclaim your laundry zone as part of your larger home organization plan. A few thoughtful adjustments can turn laundry from a dreaded chore into a simple, efficient routine that fits seamlessly into your day.
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Pinky Jackson is an Organizing Expert and Decluttering Specialist. She and her team organize homes & small businesses in Louisville, KY. For more information about Pinky’s pricing & services or to schedule your free assessment, go to pinkyjackson.com
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