15, Apr 2024
After over two decades of working in the organizing and downsizing business, we’ve learned that people usually come across these categories of items when they clear out their parents’ house. Brown Furniture Brown furniture is a term furniture dealers use to describe items constructed from solid wood. Some brown furniture… Read more
19, Feb 2024
Downsizing to a smaller home can be a daunting task. A significant challenge during this process can be disposing of large or unique pieces of furniture. These pieces often hold sentimental value or serve as statement pieces in a home. It can make letting go and “re-homing” them problematic. However,… Read more
12, Feb 2024
We live in a consumer culture. As a professional home organizer in Vancouver, I see first-hand how much people buy – especially the items on sale for a “good deal.” Unfortunately, many of these items break or wear out quickly. The result is a pile of broken, unusable clutter filling… Read more
23, Oct 2023
Whenever the Out of Chaos team executes a Stress-Free move, we use moving boxes or plastic totes. While we have plenty of experience packing fragile items, sometimes we find objects that need more protection than standard moving boxes can provide. In these instances, we arrange for custom crating. It is… Read more
11, Sep 2023
At Out of Chaos, we’re big fans of multi-functional furniture. Naturally, we think a 3-shelf rolling cart is an excellent investment because it keeps your belongings tidy and accessible. They are extremely versatile and can adapt to serve many purposes as you and your family grow and change. In researching… Read more
14, Aug 2023
When we think about temporary relocations, the image that most often comes to mind is a college student living in a dorm for the school year and returning home for the holidays. However, there are many other reasons why people move to transient housing. For instance, I am renovating my… Read more
17, Jul 2023
As I’ve often said, many people look forward to living in a new home even though the process of moving can be overwhelming. We’ve helped hundreds of people transition from one home to another over the last 20 years, so today, we’re sharing these tips that can help make moving… Read more
18, Jun 2023
Do you want to create a fantastic outdoor space? Check out my tips on organizing the balcony in the Public Storage blog. In this article, I encourage people to decide what they want to use their balcony for. Then, check their lease, condo rules, and/or local bylaws before they make… Read more
18, Jul 2022
Almost everyone has moved from one home to another in their lifetime. Some moves are just across town; others are halfway around the world. But no matter the distance, we often encounter at least one common misconception about moving. Here are a few that I would like to resolve right… Read more
14, Mar 2022
If you have met the love of your life, moving in together is a significant step in your relationship. There are many factors to consider, such as kids, pets, extended family, budgeting, finances, and much more. Lawyers, financial planners, and family counsellors can advise you on those items. Out of… Read more
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It sure feels great having a home for everything! I feel like a ton of bricks have been taken off my shoulders!
— Lisa & family – drowning in home