There might be nearly as many junk drawer philosophies as there are junk drawers. Is it a place for stuff without a home but which you might use occasionally, or even frequently? Or is it just a place ...

Maybe it’s not so bad to have a junk drawer of stray items. But wouldn’t it be better if those items had a home? There is hope for the hopeless junk drawer! Here is the trick to organizing the junk ...

As a professional organizer who’s had her hands in many junk drawers, I can easily tell you what the common clutter offenders are in most households. I can also tell that it’s possible to avoid having ...

Junk drawers are a staple in many homes. They act as catch-alls for items that don’t have a designated spot, but they can quickly become cluttered and chaotic. In the quest to simplify your life, it’s ...

Hidden hazards may lurk in the catch-all space. Keep batteries out of your junk drawer to prevent fires, leaks, and damage while extending their lifespan. For safety, store batteries in original ...

Contrary to what you may believe, a junk drawer is not meant to be a catch-all for life’s throwaways. That would be your trash can. Still, many people treat their junk drawer as a pre-garbage can ...