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Monday
35 Best Hidden Storage Ideas to De-Clutter Your House
More Info & Credit on 35 Best Hidden Storage Ideas Video:
1. Make shelves from repurposed wood
http://www.notjustahousewife.net/2011...
2. Faux Electrical Outlet
http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/hi...
3. Out of Sight Key Rack
https://www.planq-studio.com/rbm/reor...
4. Cabinet Behind the Bathroom Mirror
http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2014/02/...
5. Artsy Garbage Receptacle
http://bydawnnicole.com/2014/11/wood-...
6. Bathroom Cupboard Caddy
http://www.infarrantlycreative.net/ca...
7. Bound Book Storage Box
http://www.familyhandyman.com/home-se...
8. Secure Your Valuables behind Appliance Grills
http://www.familyhandyman.com/home-se...
9. The Slot Beside the Refrigerator.
http://www.instructables.com/id/Hidde...
10. Storage Compartment under Padded Seating
http://craptastickatie.blogspot.sg/20...
11. Hidden in the Tilework
http://dornob.com/design-squared-10-3...
12. Invisible Storage Door
http://blog.cshardware.com/3856/hidde...
13. Built In Storage beneath Bed Base
http://www.hometalk.com/483301/q-unde...
14. Magnetic Makeup Storage
http://www.hometalk.com/1139565/miner...
15. Recessed Bathroom Storage Cabinet
http://www.4men1lady.com/main-bath-be...
16. Bathroom Mirror with Sliding Shelves
http://www.midwestliving.com/blog/lif...
17. Make Book Shelving out of Your Kitchen Island
http://www.bhg.com/kitchen/island/tur...
18. Dual Function Storage Keyboard
http://geekologie.com/2008/03/keyboar...
19. Stairway Drawer Storage
http://saving4six.com/2012/02/basemen...
20. One Drawer or Two Drawers?
http://www.familyhandyman.com/home-se...
21. Bookshelf Doubles as Secret Doorway
http://www.houzz.com/photos/1720266/I...
22. Faux Basement Stair Storage
http://imgfave.com/view/2116047
23. Store it in the Door!
http://makezine.com/2011/03/11/make-p...
24. Below the Cupboard, Above the Floor
http://www.familyhandyman.com/home-se...
25. Conceal it in the Sofa
http://tonyandkristine.blogspot.de/20...
26. Re-imagined Floor Storage
http://www.mylove2create.com/2014/11/...
27. Pull-out Under the Counter Storage
http://helloilivehere.com/under-cabin...
28. Repurposed Kitchen Counter Turned Coffee Table and TV Stand
http://www.justlaine.com/2011/01/1736...
29. Bathtub with Shelves in the Framing
http://www.bobvila.com/slideshow/16-s...
30. Upcycled Coffee Table with Drawers
http://rogueengineer.com/diy-coffee-t...
31. Behind the Photo Frame Bathroom Storage
http://www.bhg.com/bathroom/storage/s...
32. Headboard Storage Compartment
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/uniqu...
33. Functional Rectangular Seating
http://www.hometalk.com/137539/bay-wi...
34. On the Rocks
http://www.hacksof.life/she-glues-a-r...
35. Air Vent Storage
http://www.familyhandyman.com/home-se...
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Wednesday
Useful Posts on this Blog for the Apartment Shopper
Tips for a Stress-Free Apartment Search
6 Signs It Might Be Time to Enlist the Help of Apartment Search Services in Your Area
Apartment Shopping: Know What You're Paying For Before Lease Signing
Community Cover-Ups - What Some Don't Want You to Know
12 Apartment "To Do" Things When You're Shopping/Moving
How Soon Are You Looking to Move?
6 Signs It Might Be Time to Enlist the Help of Apartment Search Services in Your Area
Apartment Shopping: Know What You're Paying For Before Lease Signing
Community Cover-Ups - What Some Don't Want You to Know
12 Apartment "To Do" Things When You're Shopping/Moving
How Soon Are You Looking to Move?
Friday
Don't Ignore Argumentative Neighbors, Loud Noises
With the weather cooling off and on again off again couples choosing to stay home rather than go outdoors as often, there is bound to be problems indoors. Arguing, thumping, crashing sounds, and more go on in some apartments with emotional relationships and if you aren't too careful, you might be the nosy neighbor caught in the couple's cross-fire walking down the hallway. So what to do about your noisy neighbors?
First, file a formal complaint with the leasing office. Be sure you have typed or penned the letter with a copy saved for yourself. Note the day and time each incident occurred and any other information that might be helpful to the staff.
Next, avoid confrontation with neighbors. If you feel like you can't approach them about the noise, don't. The last thing you need is for the pair to turn on you and cause problems.
Third, if others are complaining, encourage them to contact the office. The more complaints, the more likely they will have to move.
Lastly, if the noise is very bad and you are concerned for someone's safety, call the police. You never know you just might be the one who saves a life.
Ignoring turbulent couples who can't stand to live together, but can't stand being apart can be a neighbor's worst nightmare. You don't know if they have guns or other weapons they plan on using. You don't know if one or both is so intoxicated that someone might end up being murdered. You can never be too careful, so be proactive and do what's right, but avoid approaching them in the heat of a battle especially when you don't know who or what is behind the door.
Nicholl McGuire maintains this blog and is grateful for the kind neighbor who over 20 plus years ago made a phone call that saved her life.
First, file a formal complaint with the leasing office. Be sure you have typed or penned the letter with a copy saved for yourself. Note the day and time each incident occurred and any other information that might be helpful to the staff.
Next, avoid confrontation with neighbors. If you feel like you can't approach them about the noise, don't. The last thing you need is for the pair to turn on you and cause problems.
Third, if others are complaining, encourage them to contact the office. The more complaints, the more likely they will have to move.
Lastly, if the noise is very bad and you are concerned for someone's safety, call the police. You never know you just might be the one who saves a life.
Ignoring turbulent couples who can't stand to live together, but can't stand being apart can be a neighbor's worst nightmare. You don't know if they have guns or other weapons they plan on using. You don't know if one or both is so intoxicated that someone might end up being murdered. You can never be too careful, so be proactive and do what's right, but avoid approaching them in the heat of a battle especially when you don't know who or what is behind the door.
Nicholl McGuire maintains this blog and is grateful for the kind neighbor who over 20 plus years ago made a phone call that saved her life.
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