10 Moving Box Mistakes That Will Cost You Time & Money

Moving boxes

With all the hassle and expense involved in moving, most people don’t have the time, energy, or inclination to think through their moving box strategy. Nor do most of us want to shell out cash for brand new moving boxes—making grocery store stockrooms a popular source of makeshift moving supplies. This can backfire, though, when … Read more

Moving Tips & Tricks: Your Complete Guide to Moving

Moving Tips

No matter how exciting life in a new place promises to be, no one looks forward to the process of schlepping all of their stuff from one place to the next. Here are our best moving tips for getting through the ordeal with your sanity intact: Minimizing Moving Stress Don’t try to deny that moving … Read more

5 Responsible Ways to Get Rid of a Mattress

Old Mattress

Along with electronics, mattresses are one of the most difficult consumer products to get rid of responsibly—which is why they frequently end up getting illegally dumped in alleyways or left on curbsides. Plus, landfills often charge extra fees to deal with mattresses, which are bulky, don’t compact well, and can cause toxic, flammable air pockets … Read more

6 Slow Decluttering Techniques

The thought of tackling a whole-house decluttering project can be overwhelming and dispiriting, even for those who generally enjoy a neat and tidy environment. And with good reason—according to a recent article from the LA Times, the average American household contains an average of 300,000 items, making it easy for decision fatigue to set in … Read more

How to Move a Refrigerator Without Killing Yourself

Moving a fridge

There’s a reason why many people choose to sell their appliances along with their homes—these are some of the bulkiest, most difficult items to move from one location to the next. Even if you’re just trying to move a refrigerator to clean behind and underneath it, these tall, boxy, heavy, delicate beasts can be tricky … Read more

Transporting a Beer Keg? Avoid These Mistakes

When transporting a beer keg, your main priorities should be avoiding injuries, preventing damage to your vehicle, and—perhaps most importantly—arriving at your destination without transforming half the keg’s contents into a foamy disaster waiting to happen. While you generally don’t need to worry about your keg actually exploding or leaking all over your vehicle, you … Read more