(NAPSA)—If organizing your home seems like a daunting task, there’s an easy way to make it more manageable—focus on one room a day and work in short intervals. Here are some helpful tips from the experts at Lowe’s on how to rid the clutter from your home one room at a time. Bathroom: The first step to a tidy bathroom is to clean out all the drawers and cabinets by tossing out expired products and items you haven’t used in at least a year. Read the labels on prescriptions and over-the-counter products to check the “use by” date. Then sort your products in a drawer organizer, such as the Real Organized Chrome Drawer Organizer, to ensure all your items have a proper place. Providing easy access to cabinets for everyone in your household can make it more likely everything gets put away. Mount d-shaped hardware on cabinet doors, such as the Belwith Pull, which is easier for users with limited hand strength. Use a shower/bath caddy for shampoos and soap. 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