Bin There Dump That: One Man's Trash Blog

If you are like so many others that have grown tired of the corporate world and working for someone else, what to do next is usually the most daunting step. You know you want to be your own boss and be in charge of your future, but where do you begin?

Jumping headfirst into a new business venture without any real world experience could be a recipe for disaster. The journey from “great idea” to successful, sustainable business is always littered with obstacles, and if you don’t have a sound plan and a little luck on your side, you may end up as just another small business statistic.

The garage shouldn’t be a space where junk is left to accumulate and be forgotten. There are so many ways to put this space to good use and it goes beyond just storing your car. It can be a woodshop, a space for road hockey or somewhere to do work on your bike and car. With so much potential, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t make cleaning out the garage your next home improvement project.

But if you haven’t been tending to your garage on a regular basis, you could be in for a big job. It’s not easy to get rid of all the years’ worth of stuff that have been accumulating in there.

Fortunately, this blog is here to help with these 5 garage organization tips.

Interested in removing your ceramic floor tiles, whether you want to install new ones or revamp your floor entirely. It’s a tough job, but you can do it yourself. A few tools coupled with physical power go a long way.

If you are considering removing ceramic floor tiles for your next home improvement project, here are a few tips to help.

Plan Ahead

When planning a ceramic-floor tile removal project, it is essential that you make preparations ahead of time. It is a great idea to set aside at least one day to finish up the project. You should also determine how to dispose of the materials that may cause potential risks and hazards. There is also need to consult a professional on how to go about the entire project. In the event that there is no expert around, seeking information via online means may similarly be helpful.

Hardwood floors can be the perfect addition to your living room, bedroom or even a basement. It catches the eye and conveys a timeless look that many homeowners and potential homeowners value. The good news is that it’s possible to tackle this project in your own.

But there are a few issues you need to consider in order to make your hardwood flooring installation a success. Here’s what you need to know.

 Do you want to go green?

Making green home improvements is a great way to reduce your impact on the environment for the long-term. Let’s take a look at five green home renovations that you can do to make your home a lot greener:

It’s fall but there’s still time to get started on your home renovation project. Whether you are moving into a fixer-upper or just in need of renovations to your existing house, you might be wondering how you can finance all of these renovations.

Fortunately, if you reside in the United States, the Federal House Administration (FHA) has created the 203K loan program to help. See how you can meet the 203k loan requirements below.

Wondering if you’ll ever need to rent a dumpster? Trust us — you will.

You might not realize it, but there are more than just a few reasons why homeowners need dumpsters.

Cleaning out the garage? Of course. Remodeling your kitchen? Yup. Are you skeptical there might be, say, 23 more reasons? Here you go:

It’s that time of year again — time to clear out all the useless junk in your house, spread it out in your driveway and make LOTS of money with a garage sale!

Just because you have no use for that crocheted fly swatter cover and set of Mickey Mouse cheese knives doesn’t mean they don’t hold great value for someone else. Right?

But the most confounding part of hosting a yard sale is the garage sale pricing. Price items too high and they won’t sell. Price them too low, and why go to all the trouble?

Experts in the yard sale experience tend to agree on basic prices for common items. Stick with the prices most people use, and your toddler’s shoes, paperback books and kitchen gadgets should go home with happy new owners.

The crocheted fly swatter cover might be a tougher sell. More on the “Free” pile later…

It’s almost garage sale season, when eager homeowners everywhere are convinced that SOMEBODY will pay good money (maybe two bucks!) for that toaster that sort of works and the clock that quacks like a duck every hour.

Let’s be optimistic and assume there’s a willing buyer for all your unwanted stuff. The next step is knowing what NOT to do when you launch your garage sale.

There’s more to this time-honored art than piling all your merchandise in the driveway and hoping for the best. Memorize these eight garage sale tips and your next sale might be a sell out.