The Tidy List
To make an orderly home feel achievable with short lists, honest product advice and routines that fit around real life.
The Tidy List started as a shared checklist between friends trying to get a handle on small apartments, busy jobs and kids’ stuff. It grew into a site of room-by-room decluttering plans, cleaning methods, storage ideas and maintenance routines.
We test cleaning methods on real messes and say plainly when a viral hack does not work. Our storage advice starts with what you can remove before what you should buy.
Always check care labels and manufacturer guidance before using a cleaning product on a surface, and never mix bleach with ammonia or acids.
What We Cover
Our team covers Decluttering, Cleaning, Storage, Routines. Every article goes through editorial review to make sure it's accurate, well-researched, and genuinely useful.
Our Editorial Standards
We take accuracy seriously. Our writers research each topic thoroughly, drawing on credible sources and real-world expertise. We don't publish clickbait or exaggerated claims. If you spot an error, let us know — we review and correct promptly.
Advertising
The Tidy List is supported by advertising, including Google AdSense ads. This allows us to keep publishing free content. Ad revenue does not influence our editorial decisions.
Who we are and how our articles are made
The Tidy List is owned and operated by One Hundred Publishing Inc..
Our articles are drafted with the help of AI tools and published under AI editorial personas. The author names and profiles below are personas, not real individuals. Content is general information and is not professional advice; confirm important details with an official source or a qualified professional.
Our AI Editorial Personas
Margot Ellery
Decluttering
Professional organiser who has helped clear everything from studio apartments to family garages.
AI editorial persona
Luis Andrade
Cleaning
Tests cleaning methods and products on real-world stains, grime and hard water.
AI editorial persona
Wren Holloway
Routines & storage
Designs low-effort daily and weekly routines for busy households.
AI editorial persona
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