After all, it is not enough to have the glass cleaned and shining. Dusted surfaces must also be avoided, but according to these interior designers, this is not what it says whether or not a house is truly tidy. Know what you should never have in sight.
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12/06/2026
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Cthe concern is to clean the dust and every spot visible on the furniture, but is it really what the guests notice when they enter your house?
Interior designers have revealed to the blog Martha Stewart that what causes the greatest sense of cleanliness and organization is not so much the cleaning itself, but what affects it: Certain items scattered.
They don't need to be messy, but only the fact that they're visible can cause visual noise. And besides, any filled nook tends to be perfect for the accumulation of more dirt, as these experts describe.
However, note that this cannot be an excuse to accumulate dust! You simply have to worry about reconciling cleanliness with the organization.
Take note of items you should never see:
Children's toys
“ A child's room doesn't have to look like it belongs in a catalogue, but it must look well-cared and well-organized. Lots of toys, storage boxes overflowing and worn toys can make a division look smaller and more disorganized.”.
Cleaning products
“Visible garbage boxes, unpluggers, toilet brushes and cleaning sprays remind you of the tasks and dirty work associated with a house,” explains Jeff Adams, founder of Home Investors Zone.
“ The goal is not to pretend that nobody lives there, but to create a sense of tranquility. By removing visual memories from home maintenance, it can have a fresher and more aspirational space ", adds.
Households scattered
“ A bench full of gadgets makes the kitchen look smaller and less functional. Although these items can guarantee daily sustenance, with home visits is not the right time to display them.”.
In addition, they add that “leaving out the toaster, blender, air deep fryer and coffee maker consumes valuable space on the counter”.