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Moving is a period with many new things. For example, people often choose to purchase new furniture when moving into their new home. Often that means a lot of old furniture is left over. And since you are reading this blog you are probably thinking, what should I do with all this old stuff?<\/p>\n

1. Take an inventory<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Start with a good inventory of your furniture. Which items do you definitely want to take with you to your new home? And which furniture no longer matches your new interior or has seen its best days? By making these choices in advance, you can save a lot of time and effort.<\/p>\n

2. Selling: give your furniture a second life<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Do you have furniture that is still in good condition but you no longer need it? Consider selling them. Often platforms like Marketplace or Facebook are good places to give your furniture a second life. Not only will you make someone else happy, but you can also recoup some of your moving expenses.<\/p>\n

3. Donate to charity<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Many charities and thrift stores are happy to accept furniture that is still usable. Consider, for example, the Salvation Army or a local thrift store. Often these agencies are heartened by used furniture. So this can be a perfect option if you don’t necessarily need to get money for your old furniture.<\/p>\n

4. Reuse or upcycle<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Do you have furniture that you don’t want to get rid of but doesn’t quite fit into your new interior? Consider giving them a makeover! A lick of paint, new upholstery or a creative adjustment can give an old piece of furniture a completely new look.<\/p>\n

5. Storage rental<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sometimes you are not sure yet if your old furniture will fit in your new home, or maybe you have less space temporarily. In that case, consider renting a storage unit<\/a> from Oomen Opslag. This gives you time to decide what you want to do with the furniture, without making hasty choices. At Oomen Storage, there are plenty of options to temporarily store your furniture.<\/p>\n

6. Recycling or disposal<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Is your furniture really worn out and no longer usable? Then make sure you dispose of it in an environmentally friendly way. Many municipalities have recycling centers where you can drop off old furniture. Some moving companies, such as Oomen Movers, even offer a service to dispose of unwanted furniture.<\/p>\n

7. Get help from your moving company<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A professional moving company can often help you transport, donate or store your furniture. At Oomen Movers, for example, we offer flexible storage options and transportation services that make the whole process a lot easier.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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