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18 Things to Throw Away Right Now

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By Patrick TerrancePublished 4 years ago 4 min read
18 Things to Throw Away Right Now
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Are you preparing for the autumn cleaning? Then you need a guide to decide which things to give up, from your wardrobe or home.

If you look closely, you will see that there are things that you have not worn for a long time or that you have never used. Some objects had sentimental value, but they have already reached a deplorable state and they do not send you anything, and others simply take the place of alms.

It's time to vent the space and enjoy a sense of renewal. Here are the things you need to throw away as soon as possible to start the new season with the feeling of freedom and cleanliness!

Old and torn socks

Maybe you have a favorite pair, which you wore for a long time and, as a rule, you put it around the closet. But it's time to say goodbye to holey socks. Don't forget to say that broken things cause damage and you will certainly not miss them once you get rid of them.

Wire hangers

Cheap wire hangers are not suitable for your clothes. They can tear the material or stain it with rust. Rather use wooden or solid plastic hangers and throw away the wire ones.

Boots are worn for too long

If you keep old and worn shoes in a corner just because you once wore them with pleasure, all you do is gather useless things that give you a feeling of clogging. Take your heart in your teeth and give up the broken boots or donate the ones that are still in good condition, but that you haven't worn for an eternity.

Empty bottles of alcohol

Some collect them out of admiration for packaging or for friends to see what fine drinks they once had at the table. The reality is that they are in bad taste and do not even look good. Release the shelves from them and place something more suitable in the place.

Clothes you've never worn

Do you feel sorry for throwing them away? Then give them to someone less fortunate. Thus, you will have a peaceful heart, and the person who receives them will gladly use them.

Old toys

Have you had toys since you were little kids that no one uses anymore? If they are in good condition, it is a shame to throw them away.

Put them in boxes and donate them to children's centers. Or you can give it to relatives and friends who have younger children. However, when you give them up, you will see that the house is lit up.

Unmatched stockings

Many people keep their socks untouched, hoping to find their lost socks at some point. If you repeatedly encounter the same unpaired socks, it is clear that you will never find their match again. Put them in a bag and throw them in the trash.

Expired makeup

It's true that at one point they made you look bright, but now their time is over. It is risky to use them again, as they can cause allergies and eczema.

Expired drugs

As with make-up, it is risky to store expired medicines. Many lose their effect after the shelf life, but some can cause side effects if ingested after expiration.

Throw them away as fast as you can and make sure they aren't found by children or pets.

Toothbrushes older than three months

You need to replace your toothbrush every 3 months because it accumulates bacteria and the brushes break down, so it is no longer effective. If you are reluctant to put your hand on the toothbrush every time, it is clear that it is time to buy a new one.

Various things in the fridge

Anything that has not been eaten for a long time or has an expired expiration date must be trashed. Cleaning the refrigerator is not a pleasant job, but it is necessary to do it regularly before it becomes a danger to the health of the family.

Bags you never use

Did you pack a lot of plastic bags, but come back with an extra one every time you go to the grocery store? It's time to dump her and move on. You can even use some bags to put garbage in them and thus restore their usefulness.

CDs, DVDs, and other worthless storage media

It's 2019, so the time for cassettes and CDs is over. You know you don't need them anymore, but you squeeze them out of the usual drawers. Some even hold old pickup discs that no one has listened to. If you don't have a collection of "antiques", it's time to give them up.

Very worn kitchen sponges

Throw them away urgently! They are a real source of infection and look awful. Replace dish sponges every two to three weeks if you want to ensure a healthy environment for your family.

Unused cables and old chargers

You stumble upon them all the time, but you still haven't decided to throw them away. "Maybe I'll use them for something else!" You think.

But if no one in your family is an electrician or passionate about repairs, these items will be endlessly thrown in the drawers. Choose the most effective solution: throw them away!

Old magazines

Have you been collecting magazines and leaflets that have been on the kitchen shelf or under a coffee table for years? It's time to dump her and move on. You can send them to waste paper or to paper objects. Or you can just throw them in the trash!

Unnecessary business cards and vouchers

No one needs your business card from a company where you worked a few years ago. You can stop one as a souvenir, but get rid of the rest to make more room in the drawers. Likewise, old bills and vouchers from various purchases no longer have anything to look for in the house.

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