How to Make Moving Simple

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Moving is a hefty project that can end up costing you a fortune if you don’t go about it the right way. Whether you’ve moved many times in your life or this is your first big move, these tips can help make your move as cost-efficient and simple as possible.

  • Get rid of clutter. Moving is a great time to clear out the items you no longer have a need for. As your packing, think about everything that you’re putting into boxes or loading up onto a moving truck. Is it something that you use often, and will continue to use? If so, pack it up. Consider getting rid of items you forgot you had, or rarely ever use. They’ll take up valuable space on the truck and quickly clutter up your new space.
  • Pack way in advance. Waiting until the last minute to pack can create a nightmare of a situation for you. Setting goals weeks in advance can help motivate you, and avoid a disaster the day of your move. Once you’ve made settlement on your new place or signed a lease, mark your calendar. Fill in various dates with goals to have certain rooms packed by. This will help keep you focused on your end goal – your new space!
  • Skip the expensive packing materials. Use old clothing or pieces that you’re going to get rid of to wrap delicate items your packing. Purchasing bubble wrap can be expensive and greatly increase your costs of moving. Similarly, pack up items in things that you already own, like laundry baskets and luggage. Then, you can more accurately purchase the amount of boxes you’re likely to use. When you’re packing boxes up, fill in all of the empty space. This means you’ll have to use less boxes, thus spending less money on them. You’ll also help protect the items packed in the boxes by preventing shifting from occurring.
  • Keep your boxes organized. Number each box that you pack up, and keep a notebook of all of your numbered boxes and their contents. It also helps to categorize your boxes, whether it’s by labeling them with colored tape, or simply writing the name of the room the box belongs to on each of the box sides.
  • Make your necessities accessible. Pack other items you know you’ll need right away, like towels, toiletries, and kitchen utensils, in a clear plastic container. Place this box in the moving truck last, or take it with you in your car so you’ll have easy access to the items as you need them. Similarly, pack an overnight back with a few sets of clothes and other necessities. This will make your first night in your new home more bearable.
  • Hire a professional. Professional moving and shipping services, like those offered at Good Greek Moving, provide unbeatable service and make moving as easy as possible for you. Hiring a professional means you’ll get the most out of the space on your moving truck, your items will be handled with care, and you won’t risk injuring your back lifting heavy boxes and furniture.

Moving is an exciting time! Make it as easier on yourself and your wallet with these tips.

 

Home Decorating Do’s and Don’ts

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Interior decorating is an art that requires some basic know-how’s in order to create a space that is inviting and well put together.  Whether you’re a new homeowner or you’re just looking for a change, these home decorating do’s and don’ts will help you take your home to the next level!

  • Don’t decorate large spaces with small items. When it comes to decorating large open wall spaces, try not to hang small pieces of art, as this will make a wall look bigger, like it is ready to engulf the entire picture. Try using multiple works that are on a slightly larger scale, or use one piece, like a large painting, to balance out the space.
  • Do buy the couch you want separately, and think outside the box when it comes to additional seating. For instance, pairing a solid colored couch with patterned armchairs can really give your living space a great look. Avoidbuy matching furniture sets, which normally include two or three identical seating options. This can make your space look too dull and uniform.
  • Don’t display too many décor pieces, such as picture frames or candles, as these can make your space seem cluttered and stuffy. Instead,incorporate a few decorative pieces into the room for a clean and well put together look.
  • Do add to a recessed light source by using table or floor lamps for a warm look. They make a great addition and can be used along with ceiling lights or just on their own. Don’trely solely on recessed lighting, as this can make a room seem uninviting. Although most homes already come with fixtures for recessed lighting, avoid using them as your only source of light.
  • Don’t push all of your furniture pieces up against walls. This will give your room a sharp, defined look which can make the space seem smaller and create awkward, open space in the center of a room. Instead,placecouches and chairs on a perimeter that is smaller than the room to give the appearance of a more evenly distributed open space.
  • Do use a large area rug. This will enable you to layer furniture on top of certain sections of the rug which creates a more cohesive space. Don’t use a small rug in a large space, as it can end up looking out of place or it can look like an item that has no purpose, especially when placed in between furniture.
  • Don’t choose your interior paint color based on the sample in the store. The light and layout of your room can affect the way the paint looks. To avoid any mishaps, ask to take a sample of paint home and test it out before you choose the final color. This will ensure that you are making the best choice!

Following these home decorating do’s and don’ts will help you transform your home, but if you’re not a DIY-er, you can trust Carbondale, IL interior decorators to guide you through the process with their unique expertise.

How To Get The Best Sleep

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Have you ever thought about what happens to your sleep cycle as you move through life? You start out alone and peaceful and in the blink of an eye, your bed has turned into a family gathering space rather than a quiet sanctuary where you dream, when you marry and have children. In honor of Better Sleep Month, Jaron’s has put together a guide on how you can get the best sleep, no matter what your situation.

Sleeping Alone:  You can do so comfortable in virtually any size mattress, and you have the freedom of making the space work for you. As a child, you work your way up from a crib, to a small twin size bed of your own, and then eventually to a full-size mattress, perfect for a single adult. You may sleep on your side, your stomach, or your back – it’s all about personal preference.

  • Con: It can get quite lonely!
  • Pro: You can sleep whenever and however you like!

To get the best sleep you can, create an atmosphere that’s set directly for your preferences. A dark, quiet, cool room is the ideal sleep situation and since you are alone, you can choose the perfect temperature and level of darkness without worrying what works for someone else.

Sleeping With Another Person: As you mature, you seek the companionship of another human being. Eventually you start dating, form a relationship, and may even get married. This drastically changes your sleeping situation. Suddenly you have several things to consider about your partner. Do they snore? Are they a blanket hog, or worse, a bed hog? Do they talk in their sleep? Do they sleep walk? You’ll learn a lot about your partner just by sharing a bed with them!

  • Con: Your significant other may create a sleep-debilitating problem for you!
  • Pro: You’ll have the comfort of having another person to cozy up with at night.

To get the best sleep you can, choose the right mattress. Your actual bed can make all the difference in the type of sleep you are getting, so it’s best to be comfortable. You want enough room so that when you and your partner are done cuddling, you can each roll over and get an undisturbed sleep.

Sleeping With A Pet: If you have chosen to adopt or buy a pet, they may start out in a crate or on the floor, but sooner or later, they’ll probably start sleeping with you in your bed. You’ll learn to accommodate them and allow them the space they need at your feet, or if they’re really lucky, a place cuddled up right next to you.

  • Con: You’re sacrificing your space and possibly your maximum comfort level.
  • Pro: You’ll further the unconditional love your pet has for you.

To get the best sleep you can, unfortunately you would have to keep the pets out of the bed all together. If you have guilt about putting them in a crate all night, why not create a sanctuary just for them? Buy your pet a luxurious bed and keep it in your bedroom so they’ll still be close by. They may actually enjoy that even more than your bed.

Sleeping With A Person and A Pet: If you’re living with a significant other and you own a pet, you’ll notice that space is becoming limited in your bed. Two bodies means less room for your pet, pushing them to another area of the bed, be it by your headboard, curled up at your side, or lying across your feet. Your significant other may take your sleeping needs into consideration, but your pet will not and you may start sacrificing your own comfort for theirs.

  • Con: The lack of space may start to annoy your significant other or pet, causing them to want to sleep elsewhere.
  • Pro: You’ll never feel neglected by anyone!

To get the best sleep you can, train your pet to sleep in a certain spot on your bed. If they are trained to stay in one spot, they may be less likely to try and takeover you and your partner’s personal space and get up and roam around the bed in the middle of the night.

Sleeping With The Family: As life goes on, you may choose to have children. As these children grow, with them grows their impending fear of the dark and need to sleep with you. This means everyone piles into bed at night – the spouse, the children, the pets, and you. You may wonder how you don’t end up on the floor every night considering the serious lack of space.

  • Con: It may seemed cramped at times
  • Pro: Once you adjust and find where you’re most comfortable, you’ll realize that you wouldn’t rather be sleeping any other way.

To get the best sleep you can, create a schedule where everyone has to go to bed at the same time. If everyone is lying down at once, there will be less in and out of the bed. This would also be extremely beneficial if everyone wakes up at the same time. Going to bed and getting up in the morning at the same time every day really optimizes the quality of sleep you are getting on a daily basis.

Remember, in order to get the best night’s sleep, you need to learn how you sleep as an individual. Making sacrifices for your pets and loved ones is something that happens every day, but in order to live a full, healthy lifestyle you cannot neglect your sleep. Check out Jaron’s selection of mattresses to find the one that’s right for you and your situation and be on your way to your best sleep yet!