Whether it’s clothes on the floor, shoes you forgot to take off downstairs, cups and mugs gathering dust, or more collectables than you can count, clutter is your biggest enemy when trying to maintain a tidy, stress-free bedroom.
A few new places to stash things out of the way and a massive decluttering session to rid yourself of bugbears will help. You might need to be brutal, but if that’s the price for a relaxing space, it’s well worth it.
Decluttering is also a good time to consider new bedroom furniture to save space and a more comfortable mattress for better sleep. These will complement your clutter-free bedroom and make your whole experience more pleasant.
Join us below for our ultimate guide to bedroom decluttering.
Declutter
Letting go of your stuff isn’t easy, but your bedroom deserves better than being a storage unit for things you never use. Start by sorting everything into keep, donate, and bin piles — be ruthless with this process.
Those trainers you haven’t worn in two years. Off to the charity shop. The pile of books you’ll “read someday”? Time to pass them on to friends who’ll appreciate them. Your attic is perfect for seasonal items and sentimental keepsakes you can’t part with.
Ottoman bed
Want the ultimate storage solution without sacrificing style? An ottoman bed the dead space under your mattress into a massive storage area for spare bedding, winter clothes, and anything else cluttering your bedroom.
Powerful hydraulic struts make accessing your stuff a breeze — simply lift the mattress base. Depending on the model, you’ll get between 20 and 35cm of storage depth, and some even split in half for easier access in tight spaces.
If you love watching TV in bed, get a TV bed with ottoman storage like the Star TV Ann with a built-in subwoofer and 2.1 surround sound. built-in subwoofer and 2.1 surround sound
Cohesive colour scheme
Picture your bedroom like a carefully composed painting — the 60-30-10 rule makes it simple. Choose a main colour for 60% of the space (walls and bed), a secondary shade for 30% (furniture and curtains), and an accent for the remaining 10% (cushions and artwork).
This structured approach instantly reduces visual noise and creates a sense of calm. Lighter shades open the space, while darker tones add drama without chaos.
Read more here: How to Use Colour Psychology – Make Your Bedroom a Happy Space
Out-of-the-way storage
Those awkward spaces in your bedroom? They’re storage gold mines waiting to be discovered. Hook an over-door organizer behind your bedroom door for shoes and accessories, or stack clear storage boxes on your wardrobe for seasonal items.
Floating shelves climbing your walls make brilliant use of vertical space, while tiered baskets tucked in corners can house everything from spare towels to gym gear without eating into your floor space.
Plain but quality bedding
Your bed occupies the most visual space in your bedroom, so busy patterns and multiple cushions might hinder your decluttering efforts.
Switch to high-quality plain cotton bedding in your main colour scheme — think crisp whites, soft greys, or gentle earth tones.
A single accent cushion or throw adds personality without overwhelming the space. Remember, thread count isn’t everything—200-400-count pure cotton feels luxurious and washes beautifully. Avoid polyester if you crave luxury.
Fancy headboard
Transform your bedroom’s personality with a statement headboard that does the heavy lifting for your decor.
A tall winged design adds drama while perfectly framing your bed, while a curved or scalloped shape brings softness to angular rooms.
Sleigh beds create that coveted boutique hotel feeling, instantly making your bedroom more sophisticated. When your headboard becomes the star, you can keep everything else minimal—exactly what you need for a clutter-free space.