Content

• Steps
• Part 1 of 3: Getting Started and Organizing
• Part 2 of 3: Efficient and Productive Packaging
• Part 3 of 3: Finishing the job
• Tips
• Warnings

Getting ready for a two-week vacation can be tricky, but packing up for the move can be terrible hard! Few people look forward to the moment when they need to start packing, even if they can't wait to move. Start collecting empty boxes at least a month before moving, if not sooner. Large shops and hospitals always have a large stock of clean, empty boxes, so it's worth asking if you can bring a few to move. Start packing as early as possible to avoid the rush.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Getting Started and Organizing

1. 1 Collect all the required materials and boxes of different sizes. You will need sturdy boxes of different sizes to pack different sizes of items. Make sure you have purchased high quality materials and sturdy boxes, consult a professional for guidance. Also, consider purchasing:
   • Stuffing materials
   • Bubble wrap
   • Packing lists
   • Newspapers, blank newsprint
   • Scissors
   • Strong packing tape
   • Labeling stickers
   • Marking pens
2. 2 Create a folder with all the important documents you will need during your move. Put in the folder: confirmation of ordering a car for the move, information about the company that helps you with the move (if available), veterinarian records (again, if available), money for movers, hotel reservations, contact information for important people (real estate agent or owner of the building) and any other important documents you need before you can unpack the boxes.
   • Keep this folder in a safe place, such as in your personal bag, so you don't get lost or repackaged by mistake. Also, you should not put it where it will not bury itself in the mess that will necessarily form.
3. 3 Pack a suitcase or box for each family member in a few days. This box should contain soap, toothpaste and brush, towel and washcloth, disposable razor (if needed), indoor clothing (comfortable pants or similar) and two complete sets of replacement clothes, and anything else,what each member of your family will need for the first few days (while everything else is still packed). So everything they need is easily accessible.
   • Keep these boxes and suitcases in a safe place where they will not be confused with anything else, maybe in the car or somewhere else (at work or at a neighbor's house). Bring them with you by car or whatever transport you are using.
4. 4 Collect clothes that you can use for stuffing. Instead of buying a huge amount of bubble wrap or foam wrap, go to your clothing to provide padding. This will not only save you money, but you will also pack your clothes at the same time - kill two birds with one stone. Clothing is much more pliable than paper or bubble wrap.
   • For glass items, wrap each item in a sock. As if the socks were meant to do just that. If they hit each other, nothing will happen to them.
5. 5 Take photos of complex settings, such as the back of your TV. Is there something you've been trying to get it right for ages and you feel disgusted that you have to take it apart? Then take a photo to watch later.
   • You may also want to take a photograph for frame grading and decorative purposes. Not to mention nostalgia and memories.

Part 2 of 3: Efficient and Productive Packaging

1. 1 Create a spacious packing space in your home. You will need a cozy, spacious space where you can put all your belongings, then start packing. Here you will have boxes, packing materials, pens, tape and labels close at hand. This is your I-do-my-business room.
   • As you pack each box, number them in addition to the room and contents. In this case, if you have X number of boxes, you will know when one will be missing, in addition to telling the movers how many boxes you have.
2. 2 Start packing and don't pack air. Wrap each item carefully with paper, clothing, or bubble bags. Place them in boxes with care and in the most convenient position, if possible, to avoid breakage. The heavier items should be at the bottom of the box, and the lighter items should be at the top. Try to put as many items in the box as possible to reduce the number of boxes you need.
   • Pack heavy items such as books, toys, etc. into small boxes. Do not overfill boxes to the point that they break from the weight.
   • Pack fragile items with special care and care. If necessary, use extra layers of wrapping paper or bubble wrap to wrap fragile items. Place plastic wrap between bottles and caps to prevent leaks. Place cotton wool between fragile makeup.
   • Use crumpled newspaper or paper to fill in empty spaces in boxes.
3. 3 Pack everything that belongs to each room and mark the names of the rooms on the boxes. This will greatly facilitate the unpacking process after moving. Start packing one room at a time, packing small items first to clean them up and free up space. Carefully mark and tape each box for you to find when unpacking.
   • It will also make things easier for the movers. If they are not in a hurry, they will most likely place the boxes in their respective rooms.
4. 4 Start taking apart any large items and placing all metal parts and fasteners in thick, resealable plastic bags, breaking down by type and the room to which they belong. Pack all bags in one box with the appropriate tools - allen wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, etc. This will facilitate the reassembly process after the move.
   • Place the box of tools and fasteners in a central location where everyone in the family can find it. This will greatly simplify the process of reassembling all disassembled items. Add small items to this box, such as remote controls, boxes of nails, and other similar items that you will need immediately after you move.
5. 5 Clean each room one at a time, starting in the kitchen. Throw away the trash and only pack the items you actually use regularly. Use plastic food containers to collect all of the individual items that you find when emptying crates in the kitchen and other rooms. Label all boxes according to their contents and the rooms they belong to, then close them tightly or tape them. You can use bags of different sizes for the same purpose. Place stickers inside each bag describing the contents of the bag, such as "TV wires" and "pens and pencils". Place all containers and bags in a large box, labeling it according to the room and contents.
   • Plates should be stacked vertically like plates. Don't forget to look in the dishwasher!
   • Should something remain intact, such as a necklace (so it won't get tangled)? Try plastic wrap or duct tape to wrap as is, then pack.

Part 3 of 3: Finishing the job

1. 1 Collect the "Open First" box last. This box will contain the items you will use right up to the day you move. Think about what items you will need before opening the boxes. It is useful to collect such things as dishwashing liquid, a sponge, a roll of paper towels, napkins, several pens, scissors, plastic or paper plates and forks, a corkscrew, towels for each family member, one saucepan and one frying pan, one plastic ladle. , additional knife for opening boxes, etc.
   • Remember that people will need to wash their hands, eat, and shower before you finish unpacking. This box will make everything easier.
   • Also, grab a couple of Lifesavers or other lollipops in case someone gets hungry or their blood sugar drops on the day of the move. This is a good way to keep you in a good mood.
2. 2 Arrange the boxes after you have collected, marked and closed them. Try to collect all the boxes by room that you have finished packing. Keep all extension cords and power outlets in the same box to make them easier to find after you move.
   • Clearly label boxes of tools and extension cords. Consider marking these boxes in bright yellow or red.
   • Leave all nuts and bolts on the item after you take it apart. This way, it will be much easier for you to immediately put the bed or lamp back together instead of looking for them.
3. 3 If you've been counting boxes, count them. Do you know where each of them are? Need some extra scotch work? Have you collected more boxes than you thought and need to warn the movers that you need a bigger truck?
   • Which are fragile and which are strong? Are there any you want to drag and drop yourself, just in case? You might want to set some aside so you always know where they are.
4. 4 Look in each room and make sure everything is transferred. Put all your last minute belongings in one room. Remember, after you fill up the truck and the movers tell you that everything is ready to go, it is your responsibility to check all rooms to make sure you have not left anything. Once you've made sure all the rooms are empty, it's time to close the door and leave!

Tips

• If you find it difficult to buy boxes or are going to leave some boxes in a locker or outside, consider buying plastic containers.Many stores sell large plastic containers for almost the same price as cardboard boxes, only plastic containers are more durable than regular boxes and also have handles, are more resistant and do not get wet.
• When packing boxes, remember that towels, washcloths, and socks are great materials for packing fragile items. Small plastic bags are also great for this, as they trap air.
• Order a truck as soon as you decide on the exact moving date. During the week before move, call the shipping company to confirm your order.
• Use Styrofoam plates between regular plates so they don't break during transit.
• The last thing to do is collect your cleaning supplies, as you will need them in your new home.
• Clothes bags can be used as barriers between fragile items or to fill empty spaces in a truck. Label each package by content or room.
• Use special packing tape, not tape, to secure the boxes.
• Towels, T-shirts, and shatterproof items can be folded into trash bags. Use sturdy drawstring bags and do not stuff them to the point that they become too heavy. Label all bags clearly to avoid confusion with garbage!
• Do not empty your dresser drawers. If they contain fragile items, cover them with towels or socks to prevent them from breaking.
• Use pillowcases to wrap your portraits / paintings in them ... They are great for that!

Warnings

• Once you arrive at your new home, have the workers unload things from the truck. If something breaks, they are responsible for it. If you help, then you will not have the right to claim.
• Keep work or garden gloves with you to protect your hands when moving. Don't pack them. You will need them for loading and unloading.
• When moving day draws near, stack the boxes in one room so that you can move furniture and heavy items into the transport first, and not wander around the boxes that should be stacked last.
• Free doesn't mean better! Don't take empty boxes from grocery stores. These boxes may contain insects or their eggs. Get boxes from liquor stores (they are strong enough to hold a large number of full glass bottles) or buy new boxes from relocation companies. Office boxes are also great as they are great for storing things and are small enough for kids to grab.
• Drain the water mattresses about two days before moving. They take a long time to dry and should be dry on the day you move. Keep the garden hose next to the water mattress so you can fill it with water after unloading the truck.