I’ll be honest—when I first thought about creating a minimalist home, it felt overwhelming. Where do
you even start?
But here’s what I’ve learned: focus on simplicity, and everything else falls into place.
Minimalism isn’t just about throwing stuff away (though there’s definitely some of that). It’s about creating a space that actually works for your life.
Step 1: Declutter Like You Mean It
This is where things get real. You’re going to walk through your house and face some hard truths about that exercise bike you haven’t touched since 2019.
Here’s my rule: if you haven’t used it in a year, it’s gone. Donate it, sell it, whatever—just get it out. I know it sounds harsh, but trust me on this one. That “just in case” poverty mentality? That’s what got you here in the first place.
The goal isn’t to live like a monk. Keep what you actually use and love. But that collection of coffee mugs from every vacation? You probably don’t need all twelve of them.
Smart storage helps too. Ottoman that opens up? Perfect. Bed with drawers underneath? Even better. Make your furniture work double duty so everything else can disappear.
Step 2: Get Your Cleaning Game Right
Once you’ve cleared the clutter, cleaning becomes so much easier. It’s actually kind of amazing how much faster you can vacuum when you’re not moving piles of stuff around first.
But here’s the thing—you need the right tools. This is where Shark Vacuums come in, and I’m not just saying that. These things are workhorses. They’ve got serious suction power, they’re not crazy heavy, and they actually pick up the stuff you can’t see.
I used to dread vacuuming. Now? It takes maybe fifteen minutes for my whole downstairs, and I’m done. The floors look incredible, and I can move on with my day.
Step 3: Simplify Everything Else Too
While we’re talking about cleaning, ditch the cabinet full of specialized cleaners. Get one really good all-
purpose cleaner that works on everything. I use the same stuff on my floors, counters, and bathroom. Done.
This isn’t just about having less stuff under your sink (though that’s nice). It’s about not having to think so hard about cleaning. Grab the bottle, spray, wipe. Simple.
Making It Stick
Here’s the truth about minimalism: it’s not a one-and-done thing. Stuff creeps back in. That’s just life.
Every few months, do a quick walk-through. What’s not working? What’s just sitting there taking up space? Stay on top of it, and you won’t have to do another massive decluttering session.
The whole point is making your life easier, not perfect. Your home should work for you, not against you.
The Bottom Line
Creating a minimalist home with clean floors isn’t rocket science, but it does take some intention. Declutter ruthlessly, get tools that actually work, and keep your cleaning supplies simple.
Start with one room if the whole house feels like too much. Pick the space you use most and make it exactly how you want it. Then move on to the next one.
Your future self will thank you when you’re spending Saturday afternoon relaxing instead of cleaning around piles of stuff you forgot you owned.