Clean Sweep
tv show
121 total episodes
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2 seasons
First Aired September 13, 2003
Overview
Clean Sweep was an American television series that involved a team consisting of a host, an organizer, designer, and carpenter who help homeowners clear one or two rooms of clutter in a two-day process. Original episodes of Clean Sweep aired on TLC in 2003 through 2005. In each episode of Clean Sweep, the host meets with the homeowners in the rooms to be cleaned. The production crew then moves the entire contents of the room outdoors. The host then assists the homeowners with an initial half-hour sort of all the items into three areas: “keep”, “sell” and “toss”. The process is then repeated by the organizer, in a much more thorough manner. Meanwhile, the designer and carpenter renovate the rooms, usually painting the rooms and constructing storage units such as closets, entertainment units, or cabinets. On the second day, a yard sale is held to dispose of the items in the “sell” category. The homeowners compete to sell the most, with the loser having to give up a sentimental item from the “keep” category. Once the rooms are renovated and the remaining items from the “keep” category moved back into the house, the homeowners are brought in to be surprised by the final results.
Kitschy Clutter
Season 1 - Episode 4 - 0h 0m
Air Date
September 17, 2003
Overview
Larry and Jessica Kubel have been married for five years. They moved into their home just two years ago and alredy have piled a seemingly unmanageable amount of clutter into their living room and office. The Clean Sweep team arrives to show them that there is a better way to do things. Peter Walsh helps them get rid of the kitschy things that are serving no purpose and shows them that they need to have a place for everything. Angelo Surmelis addresses their storage needs in the office with displays for their true collectibles and repurposed furniture. The living room needs are also addressed, with furniture such as a media cabinet for their TV, videos and CDs.