Is your house feeling more like a maze of stuff? Do you ever feel like you can't find anything you need? If so, you're not alone, as many people deal with piles and clutter. But the good news is, you can take control and turn your house into an organized space in no time by following a step-by-step routine. This guide will show you how to clean out your house, in a way that's easy to understand and even fun.

A clean and organized home is always great. It is easier to find things and you can be much more relaxed without the presence of clutter all around you. The question is how do we achieve such a clutter-free home?

Before you start, get some boxes or bins. You'll need a few for things you want to keep, some for donations, and some for trash. Grab some cleaning clothes and labels too. Fun music can help keep your energy up.

Trying to clean the whole house at once is a big job. Instead, pick one room to focus on at first. Close the doors to the other rooms so you don't get overwhelmed by the mess in the whole house.

Now for the fun part, sorting. Here's a simple trick. Pick up each item and ask yourself two questions:

• Have I used this in the past year?
• Does it make me happy?

If the answer is no to both questions, it might be time to let it go. 

Can't decide about something? Here's a neat trick: hold the item and see if you feel a little sad to let it go. If you don't, it might be okay to donate or toss it.

Sentimental things: Take pictures of them or make a memory box to keep the memories without keeping everything.

Papers: Scan important documents and shred anything old or you don't need anymore.

Clothes: Be honest about what fits and what you wear. Donate clothes you haven't worn in a year.

Once you've sorted through everything, give the room a good cleaning. This will make it feel fresh and new. Then, put away the things you're keeping in a way that makes sense. Shelves, baskets, and drawer dividers can be your best friends here.