For many Americans, the furniture they purchase to decorate their homes represents a substantial investment. That’s especially true of fine furniture created using wood and leather, which is expensive and relatively fragile. If you need to store wood and leather-clad furniture, storing it correctly is critical so that, after storage, it’s still in excellent condition. … Read more
Tacoma, Washington, is a vibrant city and home to a wide variety of creative people, including writers, musicians, photographers, and entrepreneurs of every stripe. If you’re moving to Tacoma, WA, and need detailed information about this phenomenal city, the information below will be just what you’re looking for! It’s a comprehensive moving guide to Tacoma, … Read more
Forest Grove, Oregon, is a vibrant college town with just over 21,000 full-time residents located at the base of Tillamook State Forrest. This is small-town Oregon living at its best, with a charming, laid-back atmosphere, plenty of history, and some of the best wines in the Northwest. If you’re moving to Forest Grove or attending … Read more
No matter where you live, most people have heard that Oregon is a beautiful state with adventures and wonder. The city of Bend, Oregon, is part of that wonder, sitting in the center of the state and located in Deschutes County. If you’re moving to Bend and want to know all the good and bad … Read more
When storing household goods, you must prepare some items well. Delicate crystal stemware, for example, must be packed correctly in double corrugated boxes to get the best protection. Other items, including mirrors, collectibles, flat-screen TVs, and more, must also be packed well to survive the rigors of being moved and stored. One item that should … Read more
If you’ve just arrived in Salem, Oregon, and you’re wondering what fun and exciting things there are to do here, you’re in luck! Northwest Self Storage put together the following list of the best things to do in Salem! There’s also information on the climate, cost of living, public school system, and more if you … Read more
If life takes you and your family to Post Falls, ID (or you just arrived), there’s a good bet you have questions about the city. Like most, Post Falls has much to offer the folks here, including green spaces, pleasant summer weather, and good neighbors. Like most American cities, Post Falls also has several minor … Read more
Located in Cowlitz County, about 40 minutes north of Portland, is Kelso, WA, a picturesque city rich in small-town charm. Yes, Kelso is a tiny town, with less than 13,000 residents calling it home. While that might be a drawback for some, Kelso has many more pros than cons that you need to learn about. … Read more
When renting a storage unit in a self storage facility, moving things to the unit is only the first step in a larger process. You have to pack everything into your storage unit carefully so it takes up the least space and lets you store the most items. While that sounds easy, it’s like putting … Read more
Are you moving to Clackamas, Oregon? If yes, good for you! Clackamas is in the heart of Oregon, near downtown Portland. It’s close to Hillsboro and Oregon City and adjacent to lovely Lake Oswego, Milwaukie, and Vancouver. If you’re moving here soon, the information below will be helpful. We have 7 moving tips for relocating … Read more