The Beauty For The Best House

Kids Storage Furniture

2011-05-22T09:27:00.000-07:00

Children's bookshelves and kids' storage, as a rule, should be low to the ground.

Half-shelf:

These bookshelves usually contain two or

three shelves and are no higher than 3 feet off the

ground, making them a perfect place to put children's .

Kids Storage Furniture ..Kids Storage

Storage bench:

Storage benches are a great way to

organize books or toys. They can be used as dual-purpose

storage containers and seats, or simply as storage .

Revolving bookcase:

Revolving bookcases are bookshelves that have cut-outs on several sides for children to store books. These bookcases can be turned to look at different books,

craft closet:

If you have large space you can use craft closet

Items organize in one place. Shelves and Drawers provide ample room for storing all of your supplies and an Closet Rod provides an unexpected way to keep tissue paper wrinkle-free.

Laundry Room Makeover

2011-04-17T10:35:00.000-07:00

Laundry Room Makeover

How to Organize Children's Shoes in a Closet

2011-03-01T12:16:00.000-08:00

How many times have you search for one of your child's shoes?

A shoe rack can keep children's shoes organized, easily accessible and in one place
Tips:
1-Place tier shoe rack at the bottom of your child's closet.And separating dress shoes from casual.

2- Get to help your child arrange the shoes by color and use.
3-Install an over-the-door shoe rack on your child's closet door.

4- Place the shoes so that the most commonly worn shoes are at arm's length, while the shoes worn less often are stacked a little higher.
Advice:
Do not use the boxes to store the shoes under the bed . But because vacuum bags can leak, and pests and dust may get under your bed, we recommend sturdy, plastic storage boxes like those from Rubbermaid placed someplace like your attic, basement, or storage closet

The Best Decor 2011

2011-02-21T00:18:00.000-08:00

The best decor 2011

locker How to organize your locker

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locker How to organize your locker ... locker... How to organize your locker
never just throw stuff inside your locker.

always put it in neatly.And if you ever need to clean your locker, do it after school,and throw away unessential clutter And take things that you want to take home .And soak a cloth in warm, soapy water, and clean the walls and floor of your locker .at least once a week.

- Get some little things to organize.Before measure the width of your locker.

1-Shelves
Install shelves in your locker to double the horizontal storage space ( lockers are so narrow ).
put your binder on top shelf, Place your books upright on the bottom shelf, because they will break the top shelf

2-Boxes
get little boxes that have magnets on the back .Don't attach these to the door as they can fall when the door is slammed shut.Instead, stick these to the back or side walls.
Put pens and pencils and a rubber, glue, pencil sharpener, and some other supplies  in there ( all smaller items) .

3-Magazine Holder
put your  notebooks,or binders or folder in Magazine Holder.

4-  Binder Or Folders
put your papers where they belong right away in the appropriate folder for the class or in your binder or notebook  .
Having binders or color coded folders also help as you'll always be able to locate what you need in a hurry

5-Basket

put your food or A girl's EMERGENCY KIT for school in
a locker basket .

6-Hooks

Hang clothing and your backpack from hooks.

7-Timetable

Put a copy of your timetable into the inside of your locker so that you know what lessons you have each day.

Magnetic white board

Put a magnetic white board to write reminders.

9- Loce

Nots:-

Carry your valuables( cash, laptop computers , digital cameras or MP3 players)with you; don't put them in your school locker.
Put anything dirty, such as shoes or sports equipment in the bottom shelf .
Another tip: Don't leave food in your locker.When it rots.If you need to keep some snacks in your locker for those days your starving or to rush from school to practice keep packaged snacks like granola bars.

Kids Bedroom Decorating Ideas

2011-02-06T09:42:00.000-08:00

Kids Bedroom Decorating Ideas

Safety is an important issue to consider when decorating your child's room
Therefore you should examine furniture, toys, paints, and fabrics before using them to decorate. Even the placement of your child's bed in relation to the doorway is a decision in which safety comes into play
In case you are planning of decorating your children’s bedroom, there are a number of ideas given below for your help.

Childrens Bedroom Decorating Ideas

1- Dividing up the space
Sleeping, study, clothes storage, toy storage, playspace, TV viewing, hobby area, computer equipment, wall decoration and involve the children in the planning

2- Deciding a theme.

For instance, you can choose princess or beach theme, if you have a baby girl. For a baby boy, you can choose a sports or jungle theme.
You can even choose your kid’s favorite cartoon or fairy talecharacter for the theme.

3- Paint:
One proven, simple approach is to develop a color scheme of two or three hues
In general, whatever colors you use as per your theme, make sure, they are not dull. Use vibrant and rich colors, which will make the room appealing to the kids.

4- The furniture
Kids room collection may include beds, headboards, bedside tables, dressers, armories, bookcases, hutches, tables and chairs and framed mirrors
should be in accordance with his needs.

Bunk beds are a good option for your child as they have a protective railing around them, which reduces the risk of injuries.
Place the bed next to a wall to increase the playing area in the room. Do not put in under a window.

Use small, soft cushions, pillows and quilts, draped in patterned or themed covers.

5- Curtains

For curtains as well, use bright colors and fascinating prints. Use light fabrics, which are easy to maintain.

6-Flooring

If you have hard flooring, use rugs or carpets. Use short- weave woolen rugs

or carpets as they are soft and do not harm the skin of the child.

You can use creativity in adding accessories to the room such as clocks and mirrors. There are different types of accessories in the market, which will spruce the interiors of the bedroom considerably.

7- lighting

The lighting in the room is also an important aspect, which should
be taken care of. You can either use bright lamp shades or just simple lights as per your discretion. Make sure the lights are well placed and oriented, illuminating the right corners of the room.

8- Two Kids
-When you put two or more personalities together in very close quarters, you must balance each child's need for space and privacy

MakeOver Bedroom2

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MakeOver Bedroom2...Reorganizing the bedroom

Expert Bedroom Storage
A bedroom should be a haven from life's chaos, a place to relax and unwind.

Don't fill the room with unnecessary items or let it become overly decorated with fussy window treatments or a plethora of busy patterns.
Lay out bathrobes and place rolled bath towels at the foot of the bed in case your guests would like to freshen up upon arrival.

1- Paint:

- Amedium-sized bedroom
Use lighter colors would be a better choice

- Small Bedroom
Choose the right color for a smaller bedroom because all you want is to add that illusory volume to your room

- Big Bedroom
IF you have a bigger bedroom all you want is to think of ways to highlight the overall look of the room without adding to its size

2- Floor:
lay modern rugs or wool flokati rugs on your floor

3- Lighting :
Make use of lighting wherever you think highlighting is required.Add another lighting element to the room Use the candles.Be sure to place the candles in safe locations where there is no chance of anything catching on fire.

4- Bedroom Drapes:

Place the bed parallel to the window, not directly across from it.

This arrangement allows you to enjoy the view, but also turn away from it if the light is too bright

How To Make a Bed Very Nice

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How To Make a Bed Very Nice...bed making... Making a Beverley Bed
A bed ruffle will help to keep dust from collecting under the bed while providing a decorative accent.
The bed ruffle goes on top of the box spring, covering the box spring and bed frame. It does not require washing as often as sheets.Follow the video

Can put your favorite book or anything you want in a Hanging Bedside Caddy

for you like

OR your kids

http://whimsy-girl.blogspot.com/2009/07/hanging-bedside-organizer.html

clean stainless steel sinks with a lot of options

2011-01-19T04:34:00.000-08:00

clean stainless steel sinks with a lot of options...clean stainless steel sinks....how to clean stainless steel sinks

Try using the cheaper home remedies first.. Instead of using harsh chemicals that smell terribly, cost a fortune, and donot completely remove the streaks,

There are a lot of options

First Routine cleaning Soft Scrub with Bleach:

always wipe it with a dry paper towel when every it is wet and it makes it look like it had been polished.

Be careful

1 ـ Do not use any cleaner with chlorine in it

2ـ Don't get it on your clothes !It has bleach in it!

IF you have tried something for cleaning stainless steel and it didn’t work like Tea stains and coffee stains or dried water spots use:

1ـ Baking Soda as a Soft Cleanser:

it removes stubborn stains without scratching the surface of your sink

Apply a paste of it and scrub with 1/2 a lemon with a wet nonabrasive sponge. You can also scrub with table salt and a lemon. Rinse the sink with plain water to remove the baking soda. then follow up with a soft, dry cloth.

soak in a hot solution of washing soda i.e. sodium carbonate. Coffee deposits - soak in a hot solution of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate).

2ـ Lemon oil or Olive Oil:

Rub stainless steel sinks with olive oil to remove streaks. . Follow up with a soft, dry cloth to polish. The olive oil is safe to use around food prep areas.

or use lemon oiln with elbow grease

3ـ White vinegar:

The acidic qualities of vinegar make this substance perfect for keeping every inch of your home clean

To clean and polish stainless steel, simply moisten a cloth with undiluted white or cider vinegar and wipe clean. Follow up with a soft, dry cloth to polish. Can also be used to remove heat stains on stainless steel cutlery.

To remove dried water spots: pour vinegar into the sink and allow the liquid to sit overnight. For faucets, soak a clean rag in white vinegar and allow the rag to sit overnight.This works especially well

4ـ Cream of tartar and Hydrogen peroxide

try making a paste from 3 parts cream of tartar to 1 part hydrogen peroxide. Use a damp cloth and rub gently into the sink surface, covering the entire thing. Let it dry, and then wipe it off with another damp cloth. Wipe it down with rubbing alcohol, then buff with a soft dry cloth.

If you have any other solutions to this common problem, let me know and I’ll share it with everyone.

Organizing Kitchen Drawers:Before & After

2011-01-18T11:05:00.000-08:00

Organizing Kitchen Drawers:Before & After

Kitchen Drawers Storage Strategies
Here's how to do it in just five steps:

1. Empty all the
contents of the kitchen drawer onto tthe kitchen table, large countertop or in a box. Start with your potpourri of kitchen utensils, oven mitts, and random objects spread , Empty everything .

2.Use Organizational tools that are so readily available

3.Place utensils that you use on a daily basis in a small crock on your countertop next to your stove or in the area you do the most prep work.

4. Fill the silverware drawer. This usually goes directly below the cupboard storing your dinnerware, so fill up this drawer next. A silverware organizing tray helps to keep this kitchen drawer even more orderly. Make sure you don't put anything else besides silverware and serving spoons in this drawer. Chopsticks also belong here.

5.Throw out items that just need to go.Into Beth’s trash can went things like the empty cottage-cheese containers , old dishes, threadbare towels, partially melted plasticware or broken utensils.

How to Remodel Your Kitchen.. Before & After

2011-01-16T12:42:00.000-08:00

How to Remodel Your Kitchen.. Before & After.. Remodel Your Kitchen without Spending a Fortune

there are a few easy ways to update and spruce up your kitchen without having to make a major investment. Start with the least cost,look online for affordable .

what helps to give your kitchen a new look?

1ـNew lighting

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Kitchen lighting affects the mood of a room,New lighting can make a kitchen look larger, warmer and cleaner. It's a small way to make a big impact.

Replacing outdated light features not only gets rid of an eyesore, but also has the advantage of adding more light. Consider adding track lighting. They come in a variety of widths, are prewired, and are easy to install. Many feature halogen spotlights that can be pointed at key areas of your kitchen like the stove or workstation.

2ـ Add a kitchen island

Adding an island or a new rolling workstation can be very attractive and useful for your kitchen , kitchen islands can provide you with more storage room for more kitchenware.It provides a suitable place to congregate and eat.

Clearly your budget will have an impact on your choice of kitchen island but also the dimensions of your kitchen will play a part

The two basic types of kitchen island are:

1ـ Portable Unit

A portable island offers versatility and convenience to a kitchen. It can be a freestanding or rolling worktable. Often, a portable island has a steel, tile, or wood countertop. But you can have one custom-built to blend with your cabinetry.

2ـ Custom Built fixed unit.

ـHow Much Space For A Kitchen Island?

should be sufficient space between the island and other work surfaces to allow for opening cabinet and appliance doors, and for two people to work without jostling one another

A kitchen island can be as small as 2-feet by 4-feet, as large as 4-feet by 6-feet or even larger

The size and shape you choose should compliment your kitchen design and the way you use the space

The walkway between island and stationary cabinets should be about 36 to 42" wide . If the kitchen island will be located near a plain wall, 36" is sufficient clearance

But 42" or more are required if the kitchen island stands near a stove, refrigerator, or dishwasher to allow for safety and ease of use. You want to be sure that you can easily open and close doors of appliances without hitting the new island

Triangle

The area of movement between the sink, stove, and refrigerator is called the work "triangle". When thinking about installing a kitchen island, try not to interrupt this efficient movement from appliance to work center.

3ـ Paint

Paint is the best way to make an easy and inexpensive change to your kitchen.

Picking the perfect color for your kitchen is a difficult decision to make. Painting a kitchen is time consuming with all the little nooks and crannies. You want to pick the correct color the first time. Take your time and do not be impulsive when deciding on your paint
color because you are tired or fed up with the entire process.
There's no shame in not having money for those new cabinets you've been dreaming of. Consider painting them instead.
Take the time to prepare the cabinets for painting by cleaning their surfaces of grease and dirt that need to be thoroughly removed. After the cabinets are completely clean, you've got a good surface upon which to add some color
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4ـ Flooring

Nothing can make a kitchen look dirtier or more outdated than the wrong kitchen floor.

Make sure you choose a tile style and color that you enjoy because it's going to be a fixture in your kitchen for a very long time.

vinyl and linoleum, look better , vinyl is even easier (and quicker) than tile. Vinyl now comes in self-adhesive tiles that can cost less than a dollar per square foot. It comes in a wide range of patterns and styles and is virtually indistinguishable from sheet vinyl if installed correctly.

5ـ And adding new curtains

How to Sew Curtains

Make Over Living Room Before & After Video

2011-01-11T12:18:00.000-08:00

Make Over Living Room Before & After Video

Living rooms should be a place to relax,decoration can
help create those separate spaces within one,
with the use of floor rugs, furniture placement or even lighting placement.

Before & After

Tuscan Living Room

Kitchen How to CleanYour Kitchen easily Video

2011-01-11T02:30:00.000-08:00

Kitchen How to CleanYour Kitchen easily Video

Go into your kitchen and overlook a starting point where you want to begin

Dishes
first start putting up any dishes left out into your dishwasher
run the dishwasher before you go to bed and unload it first thing in the morning.
Or Wash by hand . Fill one half of a double sink or a separate waterproof tub with hot soapy water and drop in utensils as you use them.
Clean up spills as they occur so you won't be faced with one huge cleaning session.

Window
For your own window washing solution, mix 1/3 cup vinegar and 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol in a 1 quart spray bottle. Fill up with water.

A pan
To quickly clean burned food on a pan, add some dish soap and 1/2" of water. Bring to a boil, then let the liquid cool in the pan. The burned food will be easy to remove.

Cabinets

Once a month, remove all the food from your pantry, wipe down with a clean damp cloth, check for spoilage and expiration dates, then replace items in their designated places.

How to Clean Kitchen Cabinets

Tips For Cleaning Your Kitchen Appliances:

Refrigerator
It is important to clean your refrigerator once in every month. Begin by removing all food items, jars, boxes and stored items from your fridge. Discard all expired foods, empty containers and jars. Next, dislodge all the drawers, shelves and trays. Be gentle while taking off the glass shelves.

Rinse the shelves and drawers with a mixture of mild soap, lukewarm water and a small amount of baking soda, to get rid of the grease, dirt and odor. Using a dry clean cloth and a soapy solution, swab the interiors of the refrigerator and freezer, before restoring the shelves, drawers and food back.

Dishwasher
To clean your dishwasher, put a coffer cup filled with vinegar in the dish washing rack and run it through a complete cycle, using the hottest water setting available. If your dishwasher still doesn't smell right, try this: sprinkle a cup of baking soda around the bottom of the tub and again run it through a complete cycle using the hottest water. Using a mild soapy solution, gently scrub the top, bottom and edges of your machine.. If your dishwasher has a filter in the bottom, pull it out, rinse it and clean it thoroughly.

How to Clean a Dishwasher

Microwave
To clean your microwave oven, remove the glass tray from the microwave and rinse it gently with a mild soapy solution by hand or in the dishwasher .

Next, Wipe down the inside of the microwave using a mild dishwashing liquid, general all-purpose cleaner or a mild baking soda solution.

For more stubborn stains, you can use 1 cup of water and ¼ cup of vinegar. Mix it well and microwave it for 2-3 minutes. Turn off the microwave and leave the bowl there for 15 minutes with the door closed. Remove the bowl from the microwave and again wipe down the inside. The built-up dirt should be easy to remove now.

Blender
To clean a blender, squirt a few drops of liquid soap into it, fill halfway with warm water, cover and blend away the mess. Rinse and repeat if necessary. You can also use this method for food processors

Stove

To clean your kitchen stove, start by bumping off the knobs, grates and burner covers and cleaning them.
Gently wipe the surface of your stove and then dip it in hot, soapy water using a good dish detergent.
If things are really grimy, you might want to try a commercial degreasing product.
Just make sure to follow the package directions However, refrain from using abrasives on your stove top because they can scratch or damage the surface.

If you have a gas stove, be careful around the gas ports because you can wipe dirt, grease and cleaning solution into the port and the port can get clogged.
If this happens, use a toothpick to carefully clean the opening before using the burner.

If you don't have a self-cleaning oven, place racks in the bathtub with about 1/2 cup dishwasher detergent and cover them with several inches of warm water.
Let the racks soak for 45 minutes, then rinse and dry.
Make Your Own Cleaning Solutions

Finally, wash the walls and the cabinets behind and to the sides of the stove.

For glass cooktops, there are special commercial cleaners that work well. Use them with a hard plastic scraper to remove burned-on food. Clean your glass cooktop as soon as it cools to avoid having to scrub burned food.

How to Remove Oven Parts for Cleaning

How to Clean an Oven Surface

Tips for Cleaning Inside an Oven

How to Clean Oven Racks

How to Clean Stains in Ovens

How to Keep an Oven Clean

How to Clean Electric Stove Tops

Grill

It's easier to clean a grill if you do it after each use. Also oil the grill rack before each use to make cleanup easier.
Coffeemaker

Over time, mineral deposits can build up inside your coffeemaker and This can even make your coffee taste bitter. This accumulation of mineral deposits may also increase the brewing time of your coffeemaker because the build-up can inhibit the flow of water through the unit.

To clean your coffee maker you have a few different choices :

Add 1/2 Cold water and 1/2 white vinegar.

Pour this mixture into the water reservoir and turn the coffee maker on.
Once the mixture has run completely through, turn the coffee maker off and let it cool for about 10 minutes. After this, run the coffee maker twice with fresh, clean water, making sure to let the machine cool for 10 minutes in between brews.

Or you can either fill the water reservoir with

Hot water + 2 tablespoons CLR (or another brand formulated to decalcify).

Hot water and a denture tablet.

Put a clean filter in the coffee maker and run it as usual. Be sure to run it at least once afterward with PLAIN water to get rid of cleaner remnant and any remaining build-up.

Making sure to let the machine cool for 10 minutes in between brews.

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Sinks

Tips and Solutions for Stainless Steel Sinks

Stainless steel sinks are tough, durable and easy to keep clean, look great and compliment any decor.

Most stains and dirt disappears from your sink simply using soapy water or a cleaner that is ammonia-based.
For a stubborn stain when cleaning sinks, mix one part hydrogen peroxide with three parts cream of tartar.
Using a damp cloth, dip it into the mixture and apply to the stubborn stain.
Allow this to dry and then wipe with a clean, damp cloth.
To remove a rust stain, mix a little lemon juice and cream of tartar and apply to the stain using a damp cloth.
Scrub the rust stain gently but, if the stain remains, leave the mixture on for several hours.
Rinse this off with a damp cloth.
Use warm water with a disinfectant soap, when cleaning kitchen sink areas.
To disinfect your stainless steel sink, wipe with a solution of half water and half bleach.
Pour white vinegar on a cloth and wipe your sink, to remove water spots.
Porcelain Enamel

Wash your sink with a solution of warm soapy water and baking soda to remove soil and soap scum and then rinse with plain warm water.
To remove heavy deposits of soapscum or grease, use warm water and soapy ammonia, then rinse thoroughly.
Never use steel wool, scouring pads or scrapers on your sinks. Always use non-abrasive cleaners, so you do not damage the sinks surface.
When cleaning sinks, use a non-abrasive applicator made of polyethylene, nylon or polyester or a sponge.

Cleaning sinks is easy provided you use some easy to make home cleaning products.
Return from cleaning sinks to quick housecleaning tips.

The garbage disposal

Put lemon or lime pieces through the garbage disposal every few days for a clean fresh smell. To freshen the garbage disposal, sprinkle a couple of tablespoons of baking soda down the drain, drop in two ice cubes and turn it on. Then run the hot water for a few minutes while the disposal is working.

Sink faucet
For lime and mineral deposits on your kitchen sink faucet, wrap vinegar-soaked paper towels around faucets for about an hour. This breaks down the mineral scale, and the chrome will be clean and shiny after buffing with a dry paper towel.

Plastic Water Bottle

Cleaning a 6-Gallon Plastic Water Bottle

a Garbage Can

How to Clean a Garbage Can

Floor

How to Clean Your Kitchen Appliances Properly

Guidelines

Dry baking soda cleans chrome perfectly.
Cream of tartar and water mixed to a paste will clean porcelain.
A paste of baking soda and water will clean coffee stains.
Plain liquid Ivory soap mixed with water is one of the best all-purpose cleaners. You can keep this solution in a spray bottle, but only use a bit of soap or the mixture may become too foamy to spray.
Use a cut lemon half sprinkled with salt to clean copper.
Dissolve 1/4 cup baking soda in 1 quart of warm water for a good general cleaner.
Don't mix ammonia and bleach because it will create toxic fumes
A sponge is actually a great way to spread germs. I prefer using paper towels, discarding them after cleaning each surface, to totally prevent cross-contamination.
Have a place for everything

Kitchen Design idea

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Kitchen Design idea

People now treat a kitchen not only as a place to cook, but also as a place to dine together and socialize

If you want to get contemporary kitchen design ideas or want interior models for your dream kitchen,watch these ideas.

Modern Kitchen

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Kitchen Faucets

Kitchen Sinks

Decorating on a Budget

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Candle
Use candles in the decor, it gives a beautiful feeling and comfort
You can change the shape of candles using colored paper or Colored strips, such as video

Candle Cluster

gravel

Use small gravel of different colors and put it in glass cup
With candles, such as we see in the wedding .Or use some lemon yellow and green

Flowers

You can use the cups to Make vase to Flowers Like the picture

source

scarf

You can use the scarf to decorate livingroom or bedroom

Frame

Collect accessories from places sell inexpensive furniture Stores such as used Furniture Stores, you will find a lot of beautiful accessories

How to change the decor of the bedroom with simple steps

2011-01-04T06:52:00.000-08:00

You Can change from your bedroom in the

steps using simple accessories such as:

cushions

and candles

and frame

Flowers

Wall Decals

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Moving Plans - Checklist Moving Tips Video

2011-01-03T11:47:00.000-08:00

Moving Plans - Checklist Moving Tips

Week By Week Move Planning Guide

6-8 Weeks Before Moving:

· Organization is the key for a smooth move and this is the time to start getting the details of your move.

· This is the time to decide what items you wish to transport to your new home. If you decide to dispose of items that you don’t need you should either donate them to a charity or consider having a garage sale. Contact a local charity or pick a date at least two weeks before moving date for the garage sale. Advertise the garage sale locally. Team up with your neighbors who want to sell some of their old belongings, and plan a large neighborhood "sale".

· Start collecting suitable moving and packing supplies if you plan to do your own packing or partial packing. You can purchase all these materials from your agent or a moving supply company. All boxes that you purchase from us or a moving supply company are specially designed for the moving industry to prevent any damages to your belongings. Getting boxes from other sources may create some difficulties when packed in the van. These boxes may be unusual sizes and they may not be strong enough to prevent damages to items packed inside.

· Think about your new home layout and start thinking about where you'll place the furniture. Create a floor plan of your new home that will prevent the stress of making decisions when your furniture arrives at your new home.

· Get familiar with your new community. Request information on schools, community programs, parks and recreation from the local Chamber of Commerce.

· All travel arrangements (hotel, flights, car rental, etc.) for your family should be made at this time. Try to keep your plan flexible as possible to accommodate any schedule changes or delays.

· Keep all receipts for moving related expenses in a designated moving folder. Many moving expenses are tax deductible. Obtain an IRS Change of Address form, Form 8822, by calling (800) 829-1040 or click here on IRS. You will be able to download and print form 8822 and most other IRS tax forms; e.g., Form 3903 to help deduct moving expenses.

· Finalize all real estate and rental needs.

· Contact your insurance agent to transfer medical, property, fire and auto insurance.

· All medical and dental records should be placed in a safe and accessible place. Be sure to include prescription, vaccination records and eyeglass specifications.

· Plan on taking all important documents, such as wills, stock certificates, and other one of a kind items (jewelry, coin collection, photos etc.).

4-5 Weeks before moving

· Contact the Post Office for the Change of Address form to tell of your move. give your new address to:

Friends and Family
Post Office
Utility Companies
Telephone Company

Trash Company

Cable Company

Water Company

Electricity Company

Internet Provider
Insurance Companies
Banks and Financial Institutions
Checking

Savings

Loans
Creditors
Local Government agencies, Federal agencies, the IRS
Health Providers
Doctors

Dentist

Veterinarian

Pharmacy
Schools
Subscriptions
Magazines

Book Club

Record Club

Newspapers
Travel/Auto Club
Church

· It is the time to take a look at what you own, and decide what must go and what can be left behind. All items such as old books, magazines, broken items, old toys can be left behind. Remember-adding more weight to your shipment costs more money.

· Organize your move by deciding and making lists of what items you will not transport, what items your van line agent will move and what items you will move yourself.

· Make a decision if the items not going that will be sold at a garage sale, picked by a charity or trash it.

· Make a decision on who will do most of the packing or all the packing. It is a good idea that you let the van line agent do most of the packing. The van line agents know the best methods for keeping items safe; that's what they do for a living.

· Get your kids involved with the moving process. Let your kids do some packing and let them suggest a layout for their new room. Make it fun and exciting for them to move.

3 Weeks before moving

· Notify your agent if there are any changes in the dates of your move. If you will need any additional accessorial service such as piano moving, packing and unpacking, storage you should inform the van line agent for pricing information. Also inform the van line agent if you add or subtract items from your planned shipment.

· Decide how much packing your will handle yourself. You should inform your agent of any items that you decided for him/her to pack.

· Whether you move your car with the us or a car carrier, you should make your final reservation for a car pick up at this time.

· Consider giving your plants to friends or a charity if you are moving from one state to another. Some state laws prohibit the moving of houseplants.

· Make transportation arrangements for your pets. Take your pets to your veterinarian to ensure proper up to date health certificates and rabies inoculations. Some states will require these documents.

· You will need to carry all valuable jewelry with you. If you have any valuables around the house, be sure to collect them before leaving.

· Return any borrowed items such as library books. Also collect all items that are being repaired stored or cleaned (clothing, furs, shoes etc.).

2 Weeks before moving

· Transfer all prescriptions to a drugstore in your new city. Call your bank to find out how to transfer your accounts. Clear all your safety deposits boxes.

· Disassemble and disconnect your computer system before your move. Back up all your computer files on a disk. Consider taking all back up files disks with you in the car. Exposure to extreme temperatures can damage your software.

· Make final packing decisions. Clean and clear your home including closets, basement and attics and the items that you will take.

· Dispose of items that represent a hazard and are not allowed to be shipped.

· Tape and seal all cleaning fluids that are non-toxic, non-flammable in plastic bags.

· Drain your lawn mower, snow blower, power tools of all the oil and gasoline to ensure safe transportation.

· Schedule appliance disconnection and preparation with a service provider.

· If you need to store anything call your van line agent about storage options available.

· Inform gas, electric, cable, and telephone services of your move. Arrange to have them disconnected from your present home the day after your scheduled moving day. Sign up for services at your new address and connect them on your moving in day.

· Have your automobile serviced if your travel is by car.

1 Week before moving

· Make sure to mark which items you'll take yourself, so the movers won't take them or have any questions.

· Make sure you haven't overlooked anything in the house.

· Mark your boxes to be shipped with "Fragile", "Do Not Load", "Load Last" stickers.

· Empty, defrost and clean your refrigerator, freezer and clean your stove, all at least 24 hours before moving to let them air out. Try using baking soda to get rid of any odors.

· Prepare items you will need while your goods are in transit. Pack your suitcases and confirm travel arrangements for you and your family. Try to keep plans as flexible as possible in the event of unexpected delay or schedule change.

· Make sure your agent knows the address and phone number your new home. You should also provide an address and phone number of where you can be reached until you will get to your new home.

· Arrange for payment to your van line agent. Contact your van line agent to inquire about methods of payment accepted.

· Inquire with your moving company or van line agents about protecting your goods.

1 Day before moving day

· Pack a box of things you'll need as soon as you arrive at your new home. (This might include non-aerosol cleaning supplies, disposable plates and cups, light tools, snacks, bathroom items and trash bags.)

· Take this box with you or have the driver load it last and unload first. This is usually the day packing is done.

· Make sure all packing services have been performed before you sign for them.

· Defrost, thoroughly clean and dry refrigerator.

Moving out day

· Be on hand when the driver arrives and throughout the loading process. (If you won't be there, make sure someone will be there to direct the movers. Make sure the driver has in writing the name and phone number of that person.)

· Accompany the driver during inventory. Check on the condition of your goods as they are loaded.

· Make a final tour of your home. See that nothing is overlooked.

· Sign the bill of lading and make sure your new address and phone number are correct.

· Lock all windows and doors, and turn off all switches.

Moving in day

· Arrive at your home a day ahead of time, if possible, to make sure utilities are connected and to plan placement of major items in your home.

· Be on hand to pay the driver with cash, traveler's check, certified check or money order prior to your goods being unloaded.

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