Are Those End Tables or Moving Boxes?
You’ve moved, and months later, those boxes are being used as end tables and scratching posts for your cat. At this point, you might think, I should really get those unpacked. Before you do, though, think of the benefits to those unpacked boxes. You might want to leave them be if…
You Enjoy Living in a Maze
There are some people out there who really enjoy a challenge, and you just might be one of them. Why not make one of your own? With all those packed boxes, you can have a daily maze right in your home, keeping your mind sharp and your wits about you. Move over sudoku puzzles - the cardboard box is ready to shine. Gone are the childhood memories of corn mazes, but you can relive those days with the cardboard maze you’ve built with your own hands. In this maze, you’ll always be surprised by what's around the corner, and your guests will be astonished by the free entertainment.
You Like Searching for the Things You Need
Don’t you just love when you’re in the middle of cooking, the burner is on high, and suddenly you can’t find the tool or ingredient you need right at that moment? With all those packed boxes, you can relive that thrill every day! As you settle into your new home, you can keep the thrill of mystery with each item you realize you need. Flashlight? Check the kid’s bedroom! Mixing bowls? Somewhere in the living room, though last time you found them in the bathroom. Searching through the boxes is a new game the whole family will enjoy, and you’ll play it over and over again as things get shuffled around each box.
You Love Solving the Mystery of the Forgotten Item
Every household needs a good detective, and you can hone your skills with the house of cardboard. Everything your family packed when you first moved in is suddenly missing, and it’s up to you to figure out which box you left it in and where that box ended up. After three months, no one will remember where you packed everything, and that’s where your detective skills come in. Did you pack the kid’s clothes with their toys, or with your clothes? Why would the Tupperware be with your toolbox? That’s for you to sleuth out.
You’re Looking to Embrace that Cardboard Chic
In this economy, furniture is out and cardboard is in. If you’re looking to decorate your house with the latest fashions, save yourself time, energy, and money by leaving that cardboard out and letting it speak for itself. The beige will match your walls and your carpet while serving as whatever furniture you’re missing. Need a side table? You’re set! Need a dining table? You won’t even need a chair. Cardboard is versatile and will serve all your needs, and you just might become a trend setter.
As you can see, there are lots of reasons why someone might find it useful to avoid unpacking and create a cardboard masterpiece instead. However, you might be wondering what you would gain from doing away with that cardboard. You should start unpacking if…
You Want a Clean, Organized Space to Call Home
When you first move into a place, it can be overwhelming. You’re putting together furniture, setting up new utilities, yet you’ve got all those boxes to unpack. It’s easy to procrastinate unpacking, especially if you are also jumping into a new job, getting the kids set up at new schools, or have other adjustments to make that go with your move. But if you’re looking to feel at home in a clean, organized space, then get a jumpstart on unpacking. It will take time and patience, but creating a solid plan for unpacking and recycling the cardboard as soon as you empty a box will help you create a home that feels lived in and welcoming for your whole family. You have the power to choose where you put everything, how you decorate, and how you move through your space. Just don’t push it off - you’ve got everything you need to get started right away. We’re here to help!