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You can find loads of guides around the web which are designed to help you to live life in your very own tiny home. This sort of lifestyle is largely based around taking up as little a space as you can, limiting your home’s footprint, while also reducing the waste it produces and the power it needs to use. Of course, though, the reality of living in a space like this is never an easy one. Normal things, like being comfortable, can start to become a challenge, causing problems which you’d never expect. To help you out with this, this post will be exploring some of the best ways to cram comfort into this type of property.

 

The Bed-Sofa Combo: Making the best use of space often requires some clever workarounds, and using one item to perform the job of two can be a great way to achieve a goal like this. In the case of a bed and a sofa, there isn’t too much different between these types of furniture. They are both large and unwieldy, making it hard to fit them into a small space, while also being made from soft foam which will be ideal for lounging around. Companies like Sterling Sleep systems can provide you with the foundations for a bed-sofa combination. Along with this, though, you’ll also need to get the tools out, testing your handiwork and resourcefulness.

 

Heating: While it doesn’t cost very much to heat a tiny home, finding clever ways to do it can save a lot of space. Heaters are large objects, and they take up a surprisingly large portion of a room, especially when the room is small. To overcome this issue, another double act can be formed, this time between your hot water storage and your heating systems. Instead of keeping your warm water in a large tank, pipes can be installed throughout your property. Moving warmth around like a normal heating system, this sort of option is great for anyone in need of some space saving.

 

Easy Tricks: Of course, in reality, comfort isn’t all about your physical surroundings. This part of life goes further than this, and there are a lot of little tricks which can be used to boost your comfort without having to put much effort in at all. Color is a great way to achieve a goal like this. Most people will have shades which make them feel at ease, calming them down and making it easier to focus. By adding them to your tiny home, you can start to feel the benefits right way, and it doesn’t stop here. You environment will always dictate how you feel, making it worth considering the little elements of your home when you’re approaching this.

 

Hopefully, this post will inspire you to start working harder on the time you put into finding comfort in your tiny home. Living in a space like this isn’t always easy, especially when you’re doing it on a budget. By looking for simple tricks, though, you can make a huge difference here, and it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg.

 

Moving house is one of the most stressful experiences you will ever endure in your life. There are timelines to match, asking prices to meet, and home loans to be arranged – it all seems designed to raise the blood pressure! But even if you get through all of those stresses without any negative impacts, the sheer thought of packing your entire life’s possessions into boxes and moving them is terrifying.

 

But what if you took a minimalist approach to moving home? Regardless of where you like the minimal lifestyle or not, there are many different benefits of embracing it purely for your big move. Let’s take a look at a few hints and tips on how to make the entire packing and moving process a lot easier!

 

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Plan well ahead of time

 

You can’t expect a stress-free moving experience if you aren’t prepared to put the work in. And in this case, that work needs to begin early. Leaving the logistics and planning to the last minute is just a recipe for disaster, so take measurements of all your furniture, make a list of everything in your home and where you want it to go, and also a list of services you will need to contact to inform them of your moving date. Speaking of which …

 

Remember your dates

 

Most moves will have a hiccup or two, so prepare for any eventuality. As discussed over at communitymover.com, one of the biggest problems you might encounter is that your moving out day is different to your moving in day. So, be ready to book yourself some short-term storage space where you can keep your things as soon as you know there will be a conflict between moving dates.

 

Cost everything

 

Another thing to consider is whether or not you can maximize your opportunity to minimize your possessions, and whether it might work out cheaper to do so. For example, if you are moving to another state – or country – will it cost more than replacing it? Fridges, freezers, washing machines – all the bulky things that weigh a huge amount will all add a significant amount to those expenses. So, make a list of everything, get quotes from professional movers, and then weigh up the real expense of moving those possessions.

 

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Declutter first, pack second

 

This is where the minimalist mindset will do you a world of favors. Decluttering your home before packing a single thing will save you a lot of time and money. A lot of people leave this stage until they move in, but the reality is that unless you are ruthless beforehand, it is unlikely you will be when you don’t really have the time after a move. As pointed out over at zenhabits.net, selling items you don’t use anymore is a great way to pay for some of the costs of moving.

 

Pack in stages

Finally, pack all your unnecessary items away as early as possible. Move on to your possessions such as books, records, video games – all those kind of things. And once they are packed, ask yourself – do you really need them? You will be surprised at how little you really need to take with you, and will save a fortune on the costs of removals. And, of course, improve your mood and enjoy a far less stress-inducing day when the time comes to move. Good luck!

*This is a contributed post.