Moving: Are Your Doors Wide Enough for Your Furniture?

December 1, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

A little bit of planning beforehand can save you a lot of headache when it comes to moving, and especially moving large furniture. Whether you’re moving a bed, a couch, or a large appliance like your refrigerator, getting it stuck in the doorway can be frustrating and damaging, so read on below to learn how…

How Big of a Moving Truck Do You Need?

February 5, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When it’s time to move somewhere new, you’ll probably need to rent a truck, assuming that all your furniture and belongings can’t fit inside a car. For a hassle-free move, it’s important to find an adequately-sized truck so you can safely, easily transport all your belongings to your new home – nobody wants to make…

11 Things to Measure Before A Move

January 21, 2018 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Whether you’re moving into your very first apartment or moving between apartments, you’ve likely aggregated some furniture that you’d like to bring to your new place. Sometimes, the furniture is just to get by, but some pieces probably tug your heartstrings and must be moved, no matter what! Remember, using furniture you already have (or…

First Apartment Furniture Mistakes

September 17, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

After spending the weekend helping my sister move from her first apartment into a new one in the city, one thing became extremely clear: Some furniture is simply wrong in your first apartment! Big, bulky pieces only make your space feel small and are very difficult to move. In a temporary space, keep unnecessary furniture…