There's a Better Way to Sweep and 4 More Tidying-Up Secrets

Unsightly wires needn't clutter your space. Melissa Levy, the professional organizer behind the company declutter+design, recommends strategically placing power strips—by attaching them with Velcro or heavy-duty, double-sided tape to the underside, or back, of desks and to walls. It's one of the simplest and most budget-friendly ways to eliminate under-the-desk chaos, she says. Or, try this DIY rain-gutter solution we spotted on Lifehacker.