Moving House With a Large Family: 5 Top Tips

Moving house can be a stressful process, especially if you have a large family. Not only are there more belongings to pack, but you will also have to keep your kids entertained during what can be a long and tedious process. However, moving house with a large family doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Below are 5 tips which will help your house move run smoothly for all the family.…

Tips On Packing and Storing Shoes For Moving

When it comes to packing for a move, your wardrobe is something you usually pack yourself. If you have lots of shoes, you’ll want to make sure that they arrive at your new home in good condition. Here are some tips on packing your collection of shoes for moving. Sort out what you don’t want Before you begin packing, sort out what you want to keep. Any worn or damaged footwear that is of no further use should be thrown out.…

How to Prepare a Piano for a Move

Moving a heavy, awkward piano is best left to a professional furniture remover, who will have all the right equipment to move the instrument safely. However, you may want to prepare your treasured instrument for the move yourself. Here’s how to prepare your piano for its move. How to prepare a piano for removal Begin by wrapping the body of your piano in special furniture blankets to give it protection against knocks and scrapes.…

Four Mistakes People Make When Storing A Taxidermy Collection

Stuffed animals are not necessarily ornaments that appeal to everyone, but many Australians appreciate the art of taxidermy. In fact, it was an Australian collector that won the World Taxidermy Championships in 1999. Even if you haven’t won any awards, you may need to think about how you can safely put your taxidermy collection in storage. Make sure your collection stays in prime condition, and avoid the following storage mistakes other people sometimes make.…

5 Mistakes People Make When Moving Plants

Australian homeowners are increasingly keen to take their favourite garden and house plants with them when they move house. In fact, the volume of plants moving from one place to another has led to a new term called ‘garden grabbing’, where some homeowners strip their old gardens bare before moving on. If you’re thinking of moving plants to your new abode, carefully consider the following mistakes other people make that could leave you with a horticultural disaster on your hands.…

What To Look For In Self-Storage Facilities

There are different types of facilities and storage units to choose from when looking for self-storage. Similarly, there are numerous companies and individuals alike who offer storage space. The two factors combined make it difficult for the average person to choose the best storage facility for his or her things. The article below discusses a few things you should look for in the ideal self-storage facility. Pest Control Pest control is an important aspect of storage facility maintenance.…