A new apartment or a new house offers many possibilities. There is an uncluttered space, bare walls and a bare canvas upon which to make yourself a home. However, before you start decorating it, it is advisable to deal with post-move cleaning. This is a basic thing to do whether you are renting or buying a new home. It does not matter whether the people who lived there before you were tidy and cleaned everything regularly. Dirt, grime, and dust will be there anyway and it is preferable to get rid of them before you really settle in. Do not worry, you will finish cleaning in a day or two and you will be able to enjoy the comfort of your home.
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Plastic bins vs cardboard boxes – which wins?
When you are relocating, the whole point of packing is to make our things easier to transport. There are many ways to accomplish that. There are a lot of debates which packing supplies are the best, with the main focus on plastic bins vs cardboard boxes. Both have their pros and cons, and when you find them out, you can choose which ones are better when it comes to packing your belongings.
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Additional winter moving expenses to look out for
Winter brings us a lot of things. Holidays, snow, colder weather and so on. But one thing that we don’t like about the winter season is additional winter moving expenses. Whenever the weather goes from sunny to snowy you can expect more expenses. Winter clothes are more expensive. Car maintenance is more expensive. And of course, moving is also more expensive. So, be sure to check out some of the things that will cost you more when relocating during the winter. And hopefully, you will be able to better prepare for those expenses.
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Tips for storing away Christmas decorations
Christmas is over, and you are left with a lot of stuff that you no longer need. And one question that comes to mind is what is the proper way of storing away Christmas decorations. Many people like to hold on to them for sentimental or practical reasons. They might be a gift from a loved one. Or a limited edition Christmas decoration. But, the problem is that they are often made of glass. And very fragile. And you need to pay special attention when packing and storing them. Here are a few tips that will help you preserve some of the holiday spirits for the next year.
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Tips for organizing a housewarming party
You are probably not the only one who is looking forward to finally get done with relocating to your new house. A long process of packing, transporting items and unpacking is ahead of you and planning how to deal with all those tasks is what causes so much stress. Another great burden is to figure what to do with all of those items that you need to leave behind. You can either throw them, recycle, use donations to declutter, or simply giveaway them. Once everything is done and you’re in the new home, at last, it is time to turn to more fun things, such as organizing a housewarming party. That’s one of the best ways to get to know the neighbors. Moreover, by meeting new people, you are raising your chances of becoming friends with some of them making this relocation a score. Up for a party? Continue reading “Tips for organizing a housewarming party”