This is the moment you have been preparing for when you move all your possessions from your old place into your new home. However, there is more to moving day than meets the eye, and it’s important to not overlook any vital steps.
1. Plants
Plants are as fragile as can be. Some might even understand that plants are just like raising a pet, they need contact care and love to grow and flourish. You’ll want to protect the pots that are carrying the plants. Start by wrapping each pot in a few layers of packing paper.
2. Glassware
There aren’t many people who don’t use glassware in their homes. Even when you have little ones running around, every house has a few important pieces of glass that need to be moved to your new home. Never pack too many glass items in one box. Wrap each glass item in either packing paper or bubble wrap. Clearly label each box as ‘Glassware’ and ‘Fragile’ so that both you and your movers will know to carry and transport those boxes with care.
3. Artwork
Art pieces, no matter their size or shape, can be extremely difficult and awkward to move. They can also be very expensive and depending on the piece, can be of great value to you as the owner. If you have bigger pieces, consider using slat crates to surround the items, suspending the items from any dangerous bumps from your other belongings. Make sure to securely wrap them in bubble wrap to securely surround them from all sides.
4. Mirrors
Mirrors, no matter how appealing they can be, are a nightmare to move. Not only are they expensive, but they are extremely delicate and can shatter if moved recklessly. Use special flat crates or frames to surround the mirrors, surrounding them in their special safe bubble. Or, if special crates are out of your budget, bubble wrap can become your new best friend.
5. Lamp Shades
Due to the soft materials usually used to create lamp shades, they can easily become dented or even ripped during the move. How to protect them: The most efficient way to protect your lamp shades is to wrap them in your old best friend, bubble wrap. Then, to make the shade extra protected, is to stuff the inside of the lap with packaging wrap.
6. Large Furniture
The bigger they are, the harder they fall. And this is especially true when it comes to big furniture such as beds, tables and couches. Here, you need to move with care to make sure all of your precious furniture makes it to your new home in one piece. Professional movers have extra items on hand to ensure the safety of your things, such as padded blankets and covers, which they will wrap around your furniture.
7. Books
Whether you are an avid chef collecting cookbooks or just love to read in your spare time, there are bound to be a few books laying around that need to be transported to your new home. You wouldn’t want to forget your favorite recipes at your old home. An easy way to transport your books is to get some cardboard boxes and a bit of wrapping paper.
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