12 Useful Moving Tips
Packing up your life in order to move is an extremely stressful time. There is so much to think about, so much to finish, before you move on and leave the old life behind. There are some easy tips to help make your moving experience a positive one. Make a list. You'll thank yourself later. Before you pack even one box, create a simple record keeping system. You can place a number on every box you pack and list the contents on your list. This is where you'll find your labels, marking pens, box tape, and other supplies. When. describing the box contents, be specific. Have plenty of supplies. You'll need many boxes, and having enough boxes will make your life easier! Have about 10 boxes set aside to use for last minute items on moving day, such as bedding, clothing, and cleaning supplies. You'll need strong plastic packing tape to close up the boxes securely. Use unprinted newsprint (newspaper can stain your items) or packing paper or bubble wrap to wrap and cushion household good. Utilize wardrobe boxes. These tall boxes are perfect for bulky, lightweight items such as comforters, pillows, and blankets, as well as clothes that need to remain hanging. Call your mover to ask the width of the wardrobe boxes they'll be bringing. Then measure the clothes in your closets (including coat closets) to see how many wardrobe boxes you'll need. You can also use them for closet storage boxes, shoe boxes, and other bulky items such as fabric bolts, large baskets, or gift wrap tubes. Then, Strategize wardrobe box use. Color coordinate.
Designate a color for each room in the new home, such as yellow for kitchen, orange for dining room, etc. Apply colored stickers on the box near the box number. Keep things together. Insist on keeping things together when you or the movers are packing boxes. Pack ahead. Anything you can pack ahead will save you time on moving day. If it's summer, get your winter clothes out of the way. Consolidate cleaning supplies. If you must clean your old place after moving out, put together a kit of basic cleaning supplies and rags. Clean anything possible ahead of time, and if possible, vacuum each room as movers empty it. Use your luggage. Fill luggage and duffle bags with clothing, sheets, towels, and paper goods. Safeguard valued items. It's a good idea to keep valuable possessions, such as silverware, collections, or antiques, with you. Keep important papers with you. Your list of "important" papers might include: birth certificates, school records, mover estimates, new job contacts, utility company numbers, recent bank records, current bills, phone lists, closing papers, realtor info, maps, and more. Personal boxes.Use brightly colored storage tote boxes, one for each person. Using these tips will keep you organized and stress free when moving into your new home and beginning your fabulous new life.
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