Relocating can be an exciting yet overwhelming experience. One minute you’re thrilled about your new home, and the next, you’re staring at a mountain of objects that need packing. While it might seem straightforward, packing up an entire household requires planning and organization to ensure a smooth transition. To help you avoid the chaos of unpacking a jumbled mess. We have prepared a packing guide and checklist to make your move as stress-free as possible.
Preparing for the move
Start early
Begin packing well before the moving day to avoid any last-minute stress. This will give you ample time to organize and pack your belongings carefully, reducing the risk of damage and making the process less overwhelming.
Declutter
Sort your belongings and decide what to keep, donate, or dispose of. Moving is the perfect time to get rid of items you no longer need. Furthermore, if this is the case, remember to return any borrowed items you find while packing. This will lighten your load and make unpacking easier in your new home.
Gather supplies
It is essential to ensure you have all the necessary packing materials. Luckily, MOVU offers you all of the important material for your move on topkartons.ch
- Moving boxes: think if you need only normal ones or if you could need specific ones such as moving boxes for bottles of wine, for your clothes or why not for your books.
- Adhesive tape: for securing boxes and reinforcing bottoms.
- Wrapping paper and bubble wrap: to protect your fragile items.
- Floor protection
- Markers & labels: for clearly marking contents and room destinations.
Packing strategy for your easy move
Pack non-essentials first
Start with items you don’t use daily, such as seasonal clothing, books, and rarely used kitchenware. This will allow you to focus on essentials closer to your moving day without disrupting your daily routine.
Create a survival kit
Pack a separate box with essentials for the first few days in your new home. This box should include:
- Toiletries: Toilet paper, soap, towels, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant.
- Food & drinks: Non-perishable items, such as bottles of water.
- Utensils: Paper plates, plastic cutlery, napkins.
- Cooking essentials: Pans, wooden spoons, bottles, and can openers.
- Tools: Screwdriver, wrench, hammer, tape, flashlight, light bulbs.
- Miscellaneous: Chargers for phone and laptop, extension cable, matches, garbage bags, cleaning materials.
Pack room by room
Packing room by room is the smartest thing you can do when moving to your new apartment full of boxes.
- Label boxes clearly: Indicate the room and contents for easy unpacking.
- Secure fragile items: Use wrapping paper or bubble wrap for dishes, glassware, and other breakables.
- Avoid gaps: Fill any empty spaces in boxes with soft items like towels or clothing to prevent shifting.
Weight management
- Limit box weight: No box should weigh more than 25-30 kg to avoid injuries and damage.
- Reinforce heavy boxes: Use extra tape on the bottom to ensure they hold up during transport.
Safety & security of your items during the move
- Valuables: Keep important documents, jewelry, and other valuables with you or store them in a secure place.
- Hazardous items: Pack and transport dangerous items (e.g., sharp tools, chemicals) separately to ensure everyone’s safety.
Final touches and packing completion
- Inventory list: Create a list of items for each box and place it inside or attach it to the box. This will make unpacking much easier.
- Seal boxes properly: Close and tape boxes securely to prevent anything from falling out during the move.
Remember to download the packing list PDF here to ensure you have everything you need for a smooth and organized move.
