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13 articles from the MovingGuru Moving Guide.

How to Move a Futon

What is a futon, you ask? A futon is really just a big pillow. A big pillow that you sleep on like a mattress. It doesn’t offer spring-loaded, foam-cuddly support, but for sensitive backs, a futon is actually better –

Cost of Moving · July 26, 2013

Rental Moving Boxes

Yes, there are moving boxes for rent. A single bedroom apartment owner can expect to throw down about $100 to rent moving boxes. And no, they won’t get moldy, worn-out cardboard boxes that some guy stored his dead fish collection in…

Moving Boxes · June 30, 2013

Best Boxes for Moving

Need some moving boxes? The best boxes for moving are just straight-up, cardboard, square boxes. They’re cheap, easy, durable, and, most of all, cat-friendly. However, picking out the best moving box for Mittens your things requires knowing a bit about

Moving Boxes · June 28, 2013

Waterproof Moving Boxes

If you want to protect your things from the rain, sleet or snow, waterproof moving boxes are the way to go. Waterproof moving boxes are, essentially, plastic moving boxes that seal tightly. They prevent water from entering, and are not

Moving Boxes · June 26, 2013

Moving Maps

You can’t move without a map. Well, you can, but why would you do that? Maps are easy sources of information, and they can greatly help you in planning and executing your move. But what maps are we talking about?

Moving Supplies · March 15, 2013

Moving Box Packaging

Wondering how to stuff your moving boxes? Newspaper will do. No, really, it will. As will magazines, McDonalds bags, and junk mail. When balled up, they all help stuff your stuff in place in your moving boxes. However, if you

Moving Supplies · January 5, 2013

Best Tape for Moving Boxes

It’s the little things, you know? Like moving box tape… I mean, who would think that the tape you use for moving boxes would matter? Well, it does, and I’ll tell you why: if you use the wrong tape, your

Moving Supplies · January 4, 2013

Packing and Moving Supplies You Should Use

Getting ready to move? Unless you’re going to hire someone to pack and move everything for you, you need to have the right tools on hand. And by "tools", I mean moving supplies. There are many different packing and moving

DIY Moves · December 31, 2012

What Are Moving Blankets?

Worried about something breaking during your move? Moving blankets protect large items, like wooden furniture and sculptures, from cracks and dents. In essence, they are blankets, big pieces of cloth. However, moving blankets usually come with extra reinfor…

Moving Supplies · December 30, 2012

The Most Important Moving Supplies

Besides moving boxes, do you have all the necessary supplies for your move? To protect your belongings, you will need everything from bubble wrap to furniture slipcovers to tapes and ties. Read more for a quick and easy guide on

Moving Supplies · July 16, 2012

Types of Moving Boxes

Cardboard boxes are like bread and butter to anyone preparing to move. Try mixing and matching different types of them in order to expedite your moving experience. Book Boxes Book boxes are made of a more durable cardboard material than

Moving Boxes · June 20, 2012

Finding Free Moving Supplies

Want some free moving boxes? You can find free moving materials just about anywhere. It’s not hard. And in the end, using free moving supplies can save you anywhere from $20 to $200, depending on how much you have to

Cost of Moving · November 22, 2011

Where to Get Moving Supplies

Do you need moving materials? Moving supplies are the lubricant of a smooth move. If you try to move without the right ones, you’re going to waste a lot of time, and you might end up damaging some of your

Moving Supplies · July 22, 2011

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