Topic: Packing Guides & Tips

Moving isn’t always fun. Sometimes it can be downright frightening… especially if you have to deal with particularly fragile and tough-to-move items. Any of these problematic household objects can make your move a horror story really quickly. Fortunately, they don’t have to. After all, the story of your move is your story. We want to…

Summer is the perfect time to take advantage of the warmer weather by making improvements to your home. The warm, sunny weather is ideal for outdoor projects and for cleaning out the garage. We have listed six great summer projects that can be completed in a weekend and add value to your home. 1. Landscaping…

Now that spring is here, it’s a great time to get rid of unwanted items. Thanks to modern technology, there are a number of apps that can help with clearing the clutter and even put some extra cash in your pocket. Whether you’re looking to get rid of old furniture, clothes or miscellaneous goods, we…

1.  Take an inventory – Before you can figure out how to efficiently use your food, you have to know what you have. Take an inventory of everything in your pantry, refrigerator, and freezer. 2.  Divide and conquer – Separate and organize your perishables (things in the refrigerator and freezer), canned goods, nonperishables (cereal, snacks,…

1.  Don’t procrastinate – The longer you put off packing, the more stressful (and less organized) it will be. By packing up seasonal decorations and lesser-used household items early, you can get a jump start. Packing items that you won’t use before your move will also free up space and allow you to better organize.…

With proper protection, your favorite framed art and movie posters will survive your move and grace your new walls for many years to come. Follow these tips as you prepare your framed art and posters for your relocation. Packing Framed Art Use specialty boxes made especially for framed artwork when you want durable packing containers.…

Pamper your antique and modern cloth wall hangings when you move them. By using proper packing methods, you ensure that your cloth wall hangings last a long time and look great. Follow these tips as you move tapestries. Brush Up on Use-And-Care Instructions Familiarize yourself with the correct ways to clean your individual fabric pieces.…

Packing up and storing the items in your garage is a big job, especially when it comes times to relocate your lawn equipment, including your riding lawn mower, push mower, and weed eater. Preparing these items to be moved to the storage facility is the first step, and preparing the storage area to prevent damage…

During a move, many people who do their own packing worry about packaging fragile materials properly. Improper packing strategies can lead to broken plates, damaged electronics, and shattered Christmas ornaments. Learn these strategies for packing and moving fragile items to help ensure that your breakables are well protected throughout your upcoming relocation. Stock Up On Wrapping…

Wintertime moves come with a host of unique challenges. Along with all the tasks and stresses of relocating your family,…