Thursday, April 14th, 2011
It’s great to overhaul and organise your wardrobe during this time of year as part of your Spring cleaning and by getting your wardrobe ready for the summer you can ensure that winter items aren’t taking up valuable storage space. Here are some top tips to spring clean your wardrobe.
First of all, clear out any winter jumpers and jackets to make space for summer clothing as you won’t need these again until Autumn. If you have space underneath your bed you can place them in airtight plastic boxes or in vacuum space bags to make sure that they stay in good condition. Alternatively if you’re short on space you could place them in one of our self storage rooms.
If you’re finding clothes that you haven’t worn in a while, be ruthless especially if you have a small wardrobe and donate to charity or give to someone else who you think might be interested.
Once you have sorted what stays and what should be stored, you can keep your wardrobe free from clutter by organising your clothes by category. Keeping shirts, dresses and jackets together will make it easier for you to find what you want later.
If you’re in need of storage items including vacuum space bags or want to find out how you can benefit from self storage visit www.bigyellow.co.uk to get started.
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Monday, March 21st, 2011
Not only is Spring cleaning and going green good for the environment but it can also save you money as natural products can work just as well for cleaning and they don’t carry the harmful effects. Here are some top tips that will help you save money and go green while cleaning this Spring.
There are many cleaning remedies that you can use at home such as sprinkling baking soda over your carpet before vacuuming and you can mix it with water to make a strong natural paste for removing difficult stains on hard surfaces.
Another option is to use a mixture of white vinegar with water which is an environmentally safe, natural solution for your cleaning needs that can be used instead of using harmful chemicals. It’s a natural odour absorber and neutraliser which can be used to clean everything from floors, sinks, bathrooms, kitchens and you’ll be impressed with the results.
Instead of buying sponges, paper towels and cleaning wipes you can use old clothes as cleaning rags. By tearing them to use for rags you will be creating space in your wardrobe while saving money, recycling and going green.
In addition you could buy a few houseplants to put around your home that will not only filter the air indoors but you’ll be making your home go green for Spring and many months to come.
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Tuesday, March 8th, 2011
Warwick Sleigh, who works for the Big Yellow Wandsworth store is hoping to raise £15,000 in support of St George’s Hospital dedicated charity, First Touch, which helps fund its equipment and staff initiatives. The money will be given as a thank you to all the excellent staff who gave live-saving care to his new born daughter in October 2009.
Warwick will be leading a team of work colleagues and friends, including ex-Saracen’s rugby star Muna Ebongalame on a bicycle ride to raise the money. The cyclists will ride 60 miles from St George’s Hospital to Eastbourne District General Hospital on 7th May 2011.
We’ve been able to provide the team with matching cycling jerseys and the cause has already raised more than £2,000 so far!
To find out more information about the 7th May cycle, visit cycle2savelives.com, and to learn more about the charity visit www.first-touch.org.uk.
To sponsor Warwick and his team please visit www.justgiving.com/Warwick-Sleigh.
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Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011
Your living room is meant to be the place in your home where your friends and family gather but if the space is cluttered then it may drive people away. Your living room doesn’t have to be a collection of clutter and keeping it clear shouldn’t feel like a chore that you just want to avoid. Here are some top tips that will help you reclaim the space in your living room.
Clothes that belong in a wardrobe or a jacket that needs to be hung up before you use it next should be placed in the correct space. Items that don’t belong in your living room shouldn’t be kept there.
If all of your possessions don’t have a home then they will always be out of place. Find a space where cluttered items can be kept. Remember to store items where they will be used as it’s easier to put things in place if you don’t have to run around your house putting them all back.
Keeping your decorative items in check is a must, as too many will make your living room look cluttered and disorganised. Only use decorations that you really find inspiring and can add to the atmosphere of the room.
Getting in a routine of clearing clutter once per week will mean that it will never build up. By putting any kitchen items, toys or clothing back where they belong you will make the room more inviting for the next day.
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Monday, February 21st, 2011
Did you know that we’re not the only ones that suffer from too much clutter around the home? Even former Friends star Jennifer Aniston is selling her Beverley Hills mansion because she is desperate to de-clutter. The house has been placed on the market for an incredible £26million as she looks to simplify and clear the clutter. However, there are many solutions to help solve clutter and get organised in your home without having to move.
Your living space should only have items that are used on a regular basis as all the other items can be stored elsewhere. Ensure all of your items are sorted before you place them in the storage areas around your home as this will prevent clutter being moved from one area to another and for the items that you can’t find a space for you could consider putting them in storage.
You can view the article where Jennifer discusses the clutter in her home here.
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Sunday, February 20th, 2011
Deciding how to store items in your home is a very important part of de-cluttering and getting organised. The following tips will help you make quick and valuable decisions which will help you organise all areas of your home.
Hallway – Sort through your collection of scarves, hats, coats and other items of clothing that take up space. You can keep the items that are used daily or weekly as any of the excess items can be moved into a nearby cupboard, donated to charity or put in a self storage room.
Living Room – Old books, DVDs and CDs are the usual culprits so lose the bits and pieces and only display your most prized possessions.
Kitchen – The main source of frustration in a kitchen is overstuffed cabinets and drawers filled with duplicate kitchenware, dishes that are used only on special occasions, mismatched containers and appliances that you no longer use. If you can’t bear to part with an item consider relocating it or putting the items in storage.
Closets – It’s time to be strong and clear out those items that haven’t been worn in the last year, no longer fit or are out of style.
Bathrooms – Throw away any items that have expired or those that are no longer in use. Items such as toothbrushes can be kept in holders to save space and keep them clean.
Office – Any paperwork that can be found on a website or email should be recycled. Filing systems can help you minimise the inflow of paperwork and help reduce your existing paperwork piles.
Kids Room – Teaching children the concept of ‘one in, one out’ can stop toys from becoming jumbled and cluttered on the floor.
Garage –When you clear space in your house, boxes of old clothing, sports equipment and extra furnishings usually end up in the garage and will never return inside your home. To create a vast amount of free space you can donate the items or keep them in self storage.
To find out how you can benefit from self storage, visit our Quote and reserve online page to get started.
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Wednesday, February 16th, 2011
The free space in your attic is often taken up by the Christmas decorations and old children’s toys that never see the light of day. While sorting through your belongings you may find items that are a blast from the past and even some hidden treasures.
Attics are usually dumping grounds that lack organisation but you can use the free space to clear clutter around your home before it becomes unbearable. The first task is to eliminate any items that are broken or you no longer have a need for.
Some people like to hoard items because they think they will use them again someday and find it hard to throw anything away. However, keeping the clutter takes up valuable space that can be used to free up other areas of your home. You could sell any items that you find that still have value but you no longer want on an online auction site or garage sale. Not only will it create more space but it will put some cash in your pocket.
For the items you have decided to store, it’s a good idea to add shelves, hooks and racks that can maximise the space available.
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Tuesday, February 15th, 2011
There are many advantages of living in a small flat or an apartment but if you don’t maximise your storage space it can quickly become cluttered. Here are some top tips to help you reclaim your space and ensure the storage available is used effectively.
The living room is often the most used area of an apartment which means it’s the area which can become cluttered the quickest. Having coffee tables with drawers offers additional storage space for smaller items and small decorative baskets are a good way to store remote controls in one place.
Maximising the storage space in kitchens can be tricky as there a lot of small items within a confined area. Cereal and boxed items can be stored in smaller plastic storage containers to save space and stacking canned items takes up less room in cabinets.
Using the space under a bed is a must for organising and storing in a small bedroom. It’s a useful area that can be used to store seasonal items such as clothes, blankets and shoes in storage containers.
Being creative in a small bathroom is essential. Use the back of your bathroom door and if your bathroom has a small closet, use the back of that as well. There are many storage items that are made especially to hang over the door and come in a range of different sizes.
To find out how you can reclaim your space and benefit from self storage, visit our Quote and Reserve Online page to get started.
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Saturday, February 12th, 2011
We tend to spend a lot of time decorating our bathrooms but more often than not toiletries begin to take over and outgrow their storage spaces with extra clutter. You can make great use of all the areas of your bathroom to help store items in the most efficient way regardless of the size. A great way to start clearing the clutter and maximising the space is by throwing away any items that have expired or products that you no longer use.
Shelves are a versatile storage solution that match any décor and can be added to a blank wall space which will give you the opportunity to find a place for items in your bathroom. Corner shelves are very useful to maximise the space in the corner of your bathroom and be purchased ready-made from household retailers.
Wicker baskets are practical, provide simple storage solutions and can aid in the décor of your bathroom. They’re portable and can be placed on open spaces around your room, although you don’t want to cover every available space with a basket. With these you’ll be able to store a variety of different large or small items as they come in many different shapes and sizes.
Adding a storage cabinet that goes above your toilet is a great way to make use of the dead space that is often left empty. It will give you lots of extra space to store items such as soap, toilet tissue and hand towels.
The back of the door is an area which many don’t realise is a great storage space. You can purchase hangers which clip on to the top of the door or even paint the door with magnetic paint. This space can be used to hang towels and store other items while maintaining the attractive look of the door.
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Monday, February 7th, 2011
One way to banish the winter blues is to get your home ready for Spring and Summer. Spring cleaning is something many people hate but it’s a great time to sort out your belongings and freshen up your surroundings. Before you start cleaning there are many things you can to in preparation to make it go as smoothly as possible.
In each room of your home, break down the individual tasks that need to be completed in a list that you can check off. This could be to sort through the pile of magazines or to organise the cabinet. Once you’ve completed it you can tick it off your list as completed.
If you have a wardrobe of out-of-season clothes then this a great time to sort your old items before the new season. Instead of cramming all of your clothes into a small space, sort through the items that you no longer want. This will free up space and prevent your clothes from becoming wrinkled.
Instead of completing all of the tasks that need to be done yourself, you can distribute them to other members of your family. If you have young children then you could give something small for them to do such as sorting through some of their old toys. They could be sorted and together you can decide which ones to keep and which toys they may have grown out of.
Lastly, schedule when you are going to start your spring clean in your diary or on a calendar so you can give yourself plenty of time to prepare.
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