19, Aug 2024
Paintings, photographs, and other framed artwork adorn the walls of our homes and offices. They add aesthetic appeal to a room and reflect our personality. Sometimes, we purchase these pieces as status symbols or as an investment, hoping their value will increase over time. Unfortunately, most framed artwork is not… Read more
13, Nov 2023
Last year, during an estate clearout, the Out of Chaos team found some military medals. We posted a few pictures of them on social media. Colleague Jacki Hollywood chimed in and identified the medals for us. This year, I thought it was fitting to have her write a guest post… 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
07, Aug 2023
The years from kindergarten to high school graduation are filled with memories. Of course, school is where we learn languages, arts, maths, and sciences, but we also make friends and have unforgettable experiences. It’s no wonder we have so many souvenirs from our school days. However, carefully curating and organizing… Read more
12, Jun 2023
Boxes of printed photographs and photo albums are common in many household closets and storage spaces. While people don’t access them frequently, they want to keep them because they represent the family’s history and memories. However, unless photographs are properly preserved, they will degrade over time. That’s why many people… Read more
15, Nov 2021
Moving to a new home is stressful. One concern is ensuring our household goods arrive safely. That’s why knowing how to pack fragile items for a move is essential. Watch the video below and read on for our advice and tips. The Three Layers of Protection To safely pack fragile… Read more
18, Oct 2021
You have spent a lifetime building your collection of artwork, figurines, stamps, toilet seats, or Star Wars memorabilia. You’ve spent time and money carefully curating pieces that bring you joy and add value. Over the years, you have acquired knowledge and become an expert. But now you are moving to… Read more
22, Mar 2021
Many of our residential clients who are moving, downsizing, or decluttering ask us about selling their unwanted goods by consignment. To help readers learn more about the process, I invited Tina Beer Hamlin of Coast Consignment to tell us all about the consignment process. Tell us about Coast Consignment. Coast… Read more
08, Apr 2019
The lure of home décor magazines is incredibly strong when we’re preparing to move to a new home. We imagine living in rooms that look just like those glossy, perfectly staged photos. It is so tempting to buy chic, trendy items for our new home before moving in. However, we… Read more
20, Aug 2018
If you’re moving to a new home, one of the trickier items to pack and move is your artwork. Whether it’s framed family photos or an expensive oil painting, it’s critical to handle them carefully. No one likes damaged art or broken glass! Here are some suggestions on how to… Read more
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— Anna Y.