Packing Tips for Space Management & Smart Solutions
Are you dreading the thought of packing for a move? Hopefully, you aren’t, because it doesn’t have to feel that bad. Yes, we do know that packing takes the most of our time and energy while preparing for relocation, especially when you think about the huge number of boxes you will deal with. You need to know how to pack your bathroom, kitchen, etc., how to label all those boxes, and it gets tiring. Fortunately, there are practical ways to save space while packing. Yes, you can pack so effectively to use less space. Here are some handy packing hacks to minimize the number of boxes. Roll Your Clothes Folding all your clothes nicely and placing them into your plastic boxes (or cardboard ones) is not the best idea because it wastes so much space. Did you know that rolling your clothes uses less space? Another mind-blowing fact is that, when rolled, your clothes will probably get less wrinkled. Vacuum Bags This is a marvelous space saver, too. Not only will it shrink the volume of puffy jackets, blankets, covers, etc. saving a ton of space, but it will also save the freshness of those items that end up in the vacuum bag. Wardrobe Boxes When you can pack all your clothes while on hangers, you will save a lot of space and time. The reason is simple – not only you can easily put all your clothes on the hangers in those specialized boxes, but you can also utilize the space that is left under those hanging clothes. Two birds with one stone! Suitcases for Books This is...
Packing Winter Clothes for Relocation
Winter is here! We don’t mind the winter joys and we do love the holidays, but when it comes to winter clothes, we don’t necessarily like packing them for relocation. Packing clothes can be quite a daunting task altogether, but where should we start when we have lots of winter coats, bulky sweaters, jackets, etc. to pack up? The biggest challenge here is the space and how to “squeeze” everything in. Wondering how to pack all your massive winter clothes for a move? Here are some useful tips to pack it all up like a pro. Declutter – Get Rid of Excess Depending on where you are relocating, you will need more or fewer winter clothes. There are always going to be some garments you won’t need and that’s when you should either sell or donate them. Go through all your winter pieces, decide what stays and what goes, and happily reduce your pile. You Will Need Big Boxes We have already mentioned how much space your winter clothes will take. Also, fortunately, all those garments are not difficult to pack up. You can use big plastic boxes to pack it up, or even cardboard boxes as they won’t get too heavy. Winter Clothes are Not Fragile One of the advantages of those bulky clothing pieces is that they are not fragile and can get easily folded, rolled, and placed inside the boxes. You can even use vacuum bags to save up on space and preserve the freshness of the...
Packing a Bicycle – What to Do
If you are passionate about cycling, your two-wheeled friend is of the essence and will go with you wherever you relocate. If you are moving long-distance and don’t want to sell or give a bicycle away, you will have to pack it. But, how can you do it properly? Yes, you can successfully pack and protect your bicycle when you relocate. Let’s check out how to pack and transport it in perfect condition. Prep the Packing Materials and Tools When you are relocating a bicycle and need to pack it properly for transport, you will need different packing supplies. Some of the materials will be the standard packing materials – like a cardboard box or wrapping paper – and some will be unique to the bicycle, such as foam protectors, fork protectors, etc. You will also need tools for partial disassembly of the bicycle, such as a couple of wrenches (hex, torque, and pedal ones) and pliers. Clean Your Bike Before you take your bike apart and start packing, it needs to be clean. You don’t want to relocate all that dirt to your new location so give it a good wash. Also, while you’re cleaning it, give it a thorough check for possible damage or where it’s worn off. That’s how you can fix or replace it before you leave. Partial Disassembling and Packing You can detach the seat, remove the pedals, the front wheel, the handles – basically, all the parts that can be removed and packed. When you’re left only with the bike frame, put it in the designated box. You can also find packing tips...
Quick Guide to Packing Dishes for Relocation
If you are searching for ways to pack dishes for relocation, it probably means you already started packing room by room. Packing in itself is a demanding task, but dishes require an additional amount of care since they are fragile. How to successfully pack dishes for relocation? Here are some quick tips to help you protect, pack, and label your kitchen items. Reinforce, Pad, Place With all the fragile dishes, the essential thing is padding. You will need bubble wrap, packing paper and peanuts, and other cushioning, depending on your preference. If you are using cardboard boxes, make sure to reinforce them, even if they are new. Plastic boxes usually don’t need reinforcing as they are much sturdier. After you pad the dishes and make sure the box is strong, place the dishes and use the packing paper. The more fragile dishes there are, the more cushioning. Stack, Repeat, Label When you are stacking your dishes, especially the plates, always make sure they are properly insulated with adequate materials – bubble wrap, towels, paper, or whatever you chose. Fill the gaps in the box so its content is secured, but never over-pack. With kitchen items, especially dishes, make sure to label it on multiple sides so both you and the movers know you are handling fragile items. Good...
