Smart packing tips
Use these clever packing hacks to save space and protect your belongings:
Don’t overpack your boxes
It might seem like a good idea at the time to keep filling up a box, but overfilled boxes or more likely to break or cause injury. To avoid this, don’t pack heavy items in large boxes. Keep it manageable by using smaller boxes for heavier things such as books and plates. Label any heavy boxes clearly and put them at the bottom of any piles to avoid damage to lighter, breakable things.
How to pack clothes
Keep your clothes on hangers and group them in bunches. Slide a bin bag over the clothes from the bottom up so the hangers poke through the top — then simply hang them up again in your new wardrobe.
How to pack toiletries
Avoid any unwanted spillages by unscrewing lids of shampoos, creams and makeup, placing cling film over the openings, and then screwing them back on. Pop toiletries into sealed plastic bags before boxing them up.
How to pack fragile items
It’s always a good idea to remove drawers from furniture before you move. You can pack fragile items like glassware, crockery, and lamps in them, using clothes or towels for extra protection. Wrap some cling film around each drawer and you’re all set. For things like mirrors, artwork, crockery and pots and pans, use paper to wrap them and then tape on a layer of cardboard if necessary. Label all fragile boxes clearly so they can be handled with care.
How to pack electronics and cables
If possible, use the original boxes for TVs, computers and consoles. Otherwise, wrap them in thick blankets and secure with tape. Use masking tape to wrap up and label each wire.
How to move large appliances and furniture
Big items like washing machines, fridge-freezers and sofas can be the hardest to move safely. Start defrosting your freezer at least 24 hours before moving to give yourself plenty of time, and empty and clean all appliances in advance. You may be comfortable with disconnecting your washing machine yourself, but you’ll need a qualified gas engineer if you’re taking a gas oven with you.
A jack can be useful for moving big appliances and furniture, while a tool kit can also prove valuable on moving day.
Using a professional house removals service can help reduce stress and save you time on moving day. They’ll have the right equipment, handle the heavy lifting, and ensure your belongings are transported safely and efficiently. Get a house removals quote for your move.