Last week on our furniture blog, we shared tips about how young women can can use student furniture rental and other creative solutions to make the best use of their apartment space. This week, we’re focusing on the men! In general, men have different needs for organization, but the principles are the same. With a strategic approach, you can create a high-class, low-maintenance, and efficient space. Planning Ahead Works When planning your space, think simple and easy. Storing things where they are most frequently used means fewer trips back and forth to find something. When selecting your pieces for your furniture rental, you may want to consider a storage ottoman or a coffee table with a drawer for the remote control devices. While you may not need to inventory everything, taking an inventory of your electronics equipment and noting their sizes will assist you greatly in choosing a shelf or entertainment center that fits your needs the best. A small container placed near the door is a great way to make sure that you can always find your cell phone, sunglasses, and keys when you are leaving the house. Small Containers Have Big Advantages Small and medium storage containers (especially stacking …
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Fitting all of your belongings into your first student apartment can be challenging. This week we will focus on how young women can use student furniture rental and other creative solutions to economize their space while maintaining a sense of order, functionality and style. Planning ahead can make all the difference. Before you move into your new space, take an inventory of the items you will be bringing, and think about how often and where you will be using them. Having a place to put everything is a key to organization, but its also important to make sure that whatever systems you use make things easier, not harder. Store items in the location where you will use them most, with the most frequently used items in the most accessible locations. For example, underbed storage is a great solution for items that you will not need to access very often (like out-of-season clothing), but not a good location for something you will use every day. Large, frequently-used containers should be placed on lower shelves to avoid back strain or accidents. Find an easily accessible and reliable location for items, like a purse or keys, that you will use virtually every time you …
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From time to time on our furniture blog, we like to share the tips we’ve learned in the furniture rental business for keeping your furniture looking great. Last week we discussed how to clean fabric furniture. As promised, this week we will focus on how to maintain and clean your wood furniture. Keeping your wood furniture looking beautiful starts with making sure the environmental conditions don’t damage the wood. Keep wood furniture away from bright sunlight and locations near sources of excessive heat that may dry out, shrink and crack the wood. Keep temperatures and humidity levels somewhat moderate and consistent. In general 40% to 45% humidity works well for wood. High humidity can cause warping or the growth of mildew. Furniture in storage should likewise be kept in controlled conditions, and should also be kept covered. From time to time, wood furniture needs cleaning. Proper cleaning techniques depends on the surface of the wood. Most well-sealed clear-finished furniture (shellacked, varnished or lacquered furniture) can be cleaned effectively using the following steps: Remove any metal hardware before polishing them, as these solvents can damage a finish. Use a clean, dry cloth to remove any dust or dirt from the surface …
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When you rent from one of our partners with CORT Global in South America or Central America, you eliminate international shipping costs. Located on the northern shore of South America, Venezuela is teeming with life. Not only is it one of the most urbanized countries, but it is also home to diverse wildlife. Venezuela’s population and culture are also diverse, with a mix of European, African and Indigenous cultures. From the beaches, to the llanos, or plains and Guiana Highlands, Venezuelans are proud of this rich cultural heritage. If you are planning to arrange for rental furniture in Venezuela, you’ll want to take the country’s varying climate into consideration. Temperatures range from the 80′s along the coastline and averages in the mid 40′s in the Venezuelan Andes. The primary language in Venezuela is Spanish, so you may want to spend time learning the language. If you need rental furniture in Brazil, you will appreciate the quick response of our partners. In many cases, we can have your home completely furnished before you ever walk in the door, and one of our consultants will be available to provide guidance in the moving process. The largest country in South America and the …
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