Cleaning my basement

[Marthe48]

We had a 15 x 18 area rug on the floor that the cats have ruined. And a lot of 45 years of collection in boxes, on tables on the rug. I decided to get that stinky rug out. So the last week basically moving things from one place to another. By myself. Which is fine. Today, I got the rug rolled and moved closer to the outside door. I'm planning to recycle it as weed control and bury it under a thick layer of mulch. But have an appt. for the a/c tech to come tomorrow, so I need to clear a path for him. I'll keep working on moving the rug. It has become a real challenge for me.

[LuckyCharms]

1. I feel your pain.

I had to move a large area rug like yours from my basement after a flood. It was waterlogged, which added to the weight substantially.

Be careful, and please don't hurt your back, which is easy to do with those things.

[Marthe48]

4. Sorry you got flooded

I hate water when it is somewhere I don't want it. I've been careful. I've lost weight and doing an exercise class, and I have so much more energy than I had. My back is doing pretty good keeping up with my energy! lol

[Alliepoo]

2. If I was nearby I'd sure come over and help you!!

[Marthe48]

5. And you'd go home with a carload of stuff :)

I'm sorting boxes as I go, and if anyone even mentions something down there, they are getting it! Thank you for thinking of me

[Alliepoo]

7. Lol!! I've been trying to do the same!

So. Much. Stuff. I’m thinking about putting out a couple of tables in the driveway and loading stuff on them and put a “For Free” sign on it!! I don’t really want to do a yard sale, especially with the corona out there. If all of this stuff can find another home, I’m willing to give it away!!

[Marthe48]

8. A lot of us are in the same boat

I started collecting things when I was 8, mostly out of my parents' and grandmother's closets and cupboards into my bedroom. Then, my husband and I collected for 45 years. After we retired, we really got into it. Now that he is gone, I don't want it any more. I have the living areas straightened around, but the basement needs attention. I was thinking that I'd be happy having the upstairs, and leave the basement as an homage to him. Lol

[3catwoman3]

11. Yard/garage sales are such a pain.

You could have a Giorgio Armani gown tagged at just a dollar and someone would ask if you would take 50 cents. Not worth the effort.

[Marthe48]

12. We did okay when we had them

Not having one this year because of Covid.
I made boxes and put names on them, putting things in I think the person will like or want.

[mercuryblues]

3. Take a razor

and cut in in 1/2. It will be easier and lighter to handle.

[Marthe48]

6. I made 1 little cut so I didn't have to move

a cupboard that had one leg on one edge. I don't have the strength in my hands to cut big slices. I have a good utility knife, but need better hands. I might have a guy who will take it the rest of the way out for me, if I can't make the angle.

I think I'd much rather talk about it than do it!

[Marthe48]

9. I did get the carpet rolled up and moved close to the door!

I was excited at my results. The a/c tech was here, so I can get back at it tomorrow.

[Marthe48]

10. I got the carpet out of the basement!

It is in front of the shed, and covered with a tarp, because, of course, we are expecting rain :/ I got it out all by myself and right now, I am really glad I have a walkout! Also really glad I have vodka, because I deserve a drink! lol