Preparing for a move to a new home can be challenging, given the number of furniture pieces and personal belongings for each family member. To avoid forgetting any items in the old house and to minimize the hassle and fatigue, there are specific tips and methods for packing and organizing belongings.
Tips before moving belongings to a new home:
- Pack boxes according to the contents of each room: This method facilitates keeping things organized. Once you reach the new house, you can unload the boxes and arrange the items in their new place to prevent chaos. It is advisable to inspect each room in the current house, assess the contents, and make decisions about what to keep and what to get rid of.
- Use appropriately sized boxes: When packing items for transportation, it is important to choose boxes of suitable sizes for bedding, pillows, etc. Additionally, place heavy items at the bottom of the boxes and lighter items on top to achieve balance. Fill any empty spaces with clothes or lightweight towels instead of leaving them empty.
- Avoid mixing items from different rooms in one box: Otherwise, it will be difficult to unload the belongings.
- Label each box with its contents: This step helps when unpacking the belongings in the new place.
- Secure boxes with adhesive tape: Use adhesive tape to seal each box from the top and bottom, ensuring the safety of the contents.
- Pack everyday essentials: On the night before the move, pack a box (or bag) with everyday essentials such as sleepwear, toothbrushes, medications, and documents.
Packing breakable kitchen items:
When packing kitchen items, it is advisable to follow these guidelines: Wrap each dish with paper and group six of them together, adding more paper around them. This applies to cups and small-sized utensils as well. Then, place them in barrel-shaped dish boxes. It is also helpful to use cardboard dividers in the box to protect the cups and fragile contents.
On the other hand, once the boxes are unloaded, it is essential to think about an organizing strategy for the new home. Take note of the dimensions of the space that needs to be organized, including height, width, and depth. Then, arrange the available items and prioritize when shopping for additional storage solutions.