How To Pack For The Movers

You've chosen a new home, selected a mover,of paper. Place the heaviest items on the bottom
and now comes the task of packing for theof the box and the more delicate things on top.
move. There are 3 important things you shouldWhen you pack flatware like plates, saucers, etc.,
remember that will save you a lot of time andwrap each item separately and then combine in
frustration later:groups of three. Rewrap that group in more
- Collect all the materials (boxes, tape, paper)paper and seal with the plastic tape. Each group
you'llneed to pack.will then be better protected. Stand them on end
- Don't put packing off until the last minute.in the box.
- Stay organized!You can nest glasses and cups 3 or 4 together
Here's a list of the materials you'll need to packand separate with small sheets of paper. It's best
efficiently:to pack them in divided containers if you have
- Paper for wrapping your items:them. If the box isn't full to the top, stuff with
Many people collect old newspapers and use them.additional paper. If you don't have divided
Just remember that the news ink never dries andcontainers, you can place them in other boxes
will come off on your belongings. If you want towhere you have empty space; just be sure to fit
avoid the need to wash everything when youthem in toward the top of the box so they aren't
arrive, you can purchase packing paper from yourcrushed.
mover.Don't nest Goblets and stemware, wrap them
- Boxes:individually.
You can collect boxes from your localTry to keep small kitchen appliances like the
supermarket and other businesses. Select strongtoaster, crock pot, etc., all together rather than
boxes in good condition and make sure they havemixing them with other items. Wrap them
covers. Divided boxes like liquor boxes are greatindividually with 2 or 3 sheets of paper and wad
for glasses and stemware.up paper to fill any empty space. However, if you
Your mover can also provide you with boxeshave a lot of extra room you can add some pots
especially made for moving. However, theseand pans.
boxes are expensive and you may want toYou can nest pots, pans and large bowls in groups
purchase only those which are usually necessaryof 3 with a couple sheets of paper between each
like wardrobes for hanging clothes, mattressof them.
cartons, and cartons for large pictures, mirrorsWhen you pack boxed foods such as cereal and
and table lamps.rice, be sure to seal the tops with plastic tape.
- Sealing Tape - Use plastic tape that's 1½-2"(Remember to do this for salt and pepper
wideshakers also!) If your things are going be stored
- Magic Marker - to mark boxes for contents andfor very long, you may want to discard these
special instructions like "fragile", "this side up", etc.items to avoid rodents or insects.
Now that you have all your materials, you'reYou can pack filled canisters as long as they are
ready to start packing! Start as far ahead of timeindividually wrapped and the tops are sealed with
as you can. Waiting until the last minute will createplastic tape.
a nightmare you don't want to experience! If youFinally, here are some miscellaneous tips to
begin early you can pack a few boxes a day andremember:
have everything completed without stressing- Don't pack anything that's flammable,
yourself unnecessarily.combustive or explosive. This includes items like
It's really important that you keep your packingaerosol spray cans, gasoline, and paint thinners.
organized; it will save a lot of confusion later. It's- Empty all drawers.
best to pack a room at a time so that you can- Pack heavy items like books and canned goods
keep everything thing together that belongsin smaller boxes.
together.- Pack bulky and lightweight items like toys,
Start in areas containing articles that aren't usedblankets, and pillows in large boxes.
frequently such as your attic, basement, garage,- You don't need to wrap toys, books and shoes
etc. You can leave an extra box to hold itemsindividually.
that can't be packed early.- Stand books and records on end.
Packing Up the KitchenIt isn't as hard as it sounds, but it you don't want
The hardest room to pack is probably the kitchento deal with packing, your moving company will be
so let's discuss that in detail.happy to pack for you ~ of course, that service
Remember when you're packing fragile items tocomes with a very hefty price tag!
pad the bottom of the box with several sheets