There aren’t many people in the world that like moving. It’s stressful, frustrating, and certainly not an easy task.
However, despite how it may seem, there are things that you can do to make the process a little easier. You just need to get creative and try your best to plan ahead.
In this article, we will discuss five crafty hacks that you can use to speed up your next big house move.
Let’s get started!
Seal toiletries with plastic.
Most of us don’t think twice about throwing our toiletries and cleaning products into a box, but they are more fragile than we think. One bump can cause a significant leak that damages everything (even other packages).
One great hack is to remove each bottle’s top, cover the opening with plastic film, and replace the lid. Alternatively, you could seal each of your items in a zip lock bag. Whether you’ve bought real estate in Tennessee or are moving just down the street, it really is worth spending the extra time.
Use clothes and blankets to wrap kitchen wear.
Bubble wrap and packing peanuts are expensive, especially if you’re transporting many fragile items. One cheap solution that will also minimize your number of boxes is to use your clothes and blankets to absorb impact.
Place them around your kitchen wear, and they will remain in perfect condition. Just make sure that you fill all the open spaces and avoid stacking things like drinking glasses together.
Label boxes with a color code system.
Everybody knows the importance of labeling packages, but color coding is a simple hack that makes an incredible difference. It’s much easier to look at a big dot of color than to find and read where each box should go.
Just choose a color for each room and try and keep similar boxes together when loading the moving truck. It really is a life-saver, especially when it comes to unpacking.
Repurpose your recycling.
You might think that a lot of your recycling will be thrown away when you move, but don’t forget to consider their uses first. Many things can help with the process and, of course, will even save you some extra cash.
For instance, egg cartons work great for holding precious items such as jewelry, and you can even use your toilet paper rolls to manage your cords. Another option is to use old plastic shopping bags as cushioning to protect breakables.
Keep clothing on their hangers.
Last on the list, instead of sorting and folding all of your clothing, it’s possible to leave them directly on their hangers. With a few rubber bands and trash bags, you can bind them together and hang them straight into your new closets upon arrival.
Of course, this may take up a bit more space, but it will save time later on. Not to mention they won’t need any ironing.
Final words.
And that’s it! These were just five crafty hacks to speed up the moving process. What do you think? Do you have any other tips or previous experiences that you would like to share?
By HomeLight