Moving can be a really overwhelming process to go through. Besides the stress of moving to a new place, there are too many household tasks to be done. If you stay organized, you may be ready to enjoy your new home in no time. Try to avoid chaos by following our simple packing tips. First, make an inventory list with the items which you are…
There are special mirror cartons which you can purchase from your moving company. It’s best to pack your glass mirror in such a box, but make sure the box can carry the weight of the mirror. Otherwise, ask your mover about having the mirror crated. Draperies, curtains and blinds For packing your curtains, drapes and blinds you can successfully use wardrobe boxes to…
Hats Pack hats separately in medium-sized cartons or hatboxes with the heavier hats at the bottom. Don’t pack anything heavy on top of hats. Label all boxes accordingly. Shoes If you keep the individual boxes of your shoes, place them in their original boxes and then in medium-sized boxes. However, if you don’t keep the original boxes of your shoes,…
If you’re about to move, you should get organized to start packing room by room. Of course, you can trust professional movers to do the packing for you, but if you decided to do it yourself, follow our simple tips on packing your stuff. In this article we’ll give you some advices on packing your bedroom. Continue reading to find out more. Before packing…
Individual packing of cups and glasses for moving is an annoying task to do, but it’s a safe method to preserve your valuables intact. The easiest way is using a cell pack with cardboard dividers, as it can provide extra protection for your glassware. But in this case you also have to wrap each item individually first. If not using cellular dividers, a small to medium…
If you’ve decided to pack your items on your own, you know that you have to purchase wrapping supplies and moving boxes. These are the packing materials you are going to need for moving your household stuff. When choosing moving boxes, keep in mind that: There is a variety of sizes and types of moving boxes to choose from. You have to select the ones that fit your specific needs. Moving…
For packing your cookware it’s best to use small to medium sized boxes. If you can’t afford purchasing new moving boxes, you can use old shipping boxes or boxes from grocery stores. You can also ask your friends to borrow some boxes. If you have some valuable pieces, however, you’d better buy moving boxes that are specifically manufactured for household moving. Before placing your…
When purchasing purchasing moving boxes, you’ll notice they come with three inside dimensions listed in this order: length, width, and height. For example, a box with dimensions 18″ x 14″ x 12″ represents its length, width, and height, respectively. Discover the common types of moving boxes and their uses Small boxes (18″ x 13″ x 13″) are perfect for packing heavier items…
Some of the companies selling glass ornaments typically put them in a box full of peanuts. This method is a little risky as ornaments try to settle to the bottom of the box and are more likely to crush. Cracks, chips and breaks can cause a valuable ornament to become worthless in an instant. So if you wonder how to safely…
Moving sounds scary and exciting in the same time, doesn’t it? The thought of starting a new life in a new place keeps you thrilled, but one thing could mar your happiness – the process of packing and carrying all your items. Sometimes is just too hard to balance between work and possible looking after the kids, so finding enough time for…
