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Abc’s of Moving: Antiques, Breakables and Collectibles
ABC’S OF MOVING: ANTIQUES, BREAKABLES AND COLLECTIBLES Credit: Downsizing Diva Everyone has a different reason for moving, regardless of what it is, you prepare for it in different ways. Amongst your
Plan for a Green Move
PLAN FOR A GREEN MOVE Credit: Downsizing Diva There is so much involved in moving homes, from something as simple as hiring a moving company to something as detailed as using a
I Just Bought My First Brand New House! Now What?
I JUST BOUGHT MY FIRST BRAND NEW HOUSE! NOW WHAT? Credit: Downsizing Diva You recently managed to get your hands on an off-plan property directly from the builders. The model
WANTED: Storage! How to Make More Space!
WANTED: STORAGE! HOW TO MAKE MORE SPACE! Credit: Downsizing Diva Everyone wants more storage space. Why not? The more the better so you can keep the new clothes you just
Diversion With Purpose – Furniture Bank
Furniture Bank here in Toronto has been tracking data outputs for 10 years now. We all know that throwing a good couch or bed into landfill is a dramatic waste
The Social Impact of Furnishing a Home
THE SOCIAL IMPACT OF FURNISHING A HOME Guest post by Kaitlin Krull, Home Improvement Leads When it comes to the home, personal styles and tastes can vary wildly. One thing everyone
Top 11 Best Toronto Movers
Moving anywhere in Toronto can be a daunting task. It seems that there are a million things to consider, not least of which is a moving company. A simple Google
Top 5 Things to Look for in a Junk Removal Company
TOP 5 THINGS TO LOOK FOR IN A JUNK REMOVAL COMPANY We always encourage the community to donate their old stuff instead of junking it. If there’s still life left
Top 10 Things to Consider When Hiring an Interior Designer
TOP 10 THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE HIRING AN INTERIOR DESIGNER Guest Blog Post by Melissa Tossell, Sanura Design & Furniture Bank Volunteer Ever wondered how to be best prepared to get the
Top Charities and Nonprofits to Donate Clothing, Electronics, Books & Furniture
Got stuff you need to get rid of, but which still has life in it? Stuff you don’t want to just throw away? Thankfully, there are charitable organizations that will
5 Things to Consider When Buying a New Mattress
‘5 things to consider when buying a new mattress’ Guest post by Jennifer Young, Furniture Bank Marketing Volunteer We spend a significant amount of our lives asleep so having a
5 Tips on Keeping Yourself (and Your Home) Organized for Spring Cleaning
‘5 Tips on Keeping Yourself (and your home) Organized for Spring Cleaning’ Guest post by Rachael Kalinsky, Order in the House Although it may just start feeling like it, winter 2016
