The second largest "natural disaster" after the repair is the move, because it is not in vain that folk wisdom says that two moves are tantamount to one fire. Most likely this is due to the loss caused, because during such an event something will definitely break, fall apart, fail, get lost or crushed. Therefore, the question of how to pack when moving so that this event does not equate to a fire, flood or tsunami is relevant and important.

Important! It seems to each person that for comfort and a normal life, he needs very few things, but when you start preparing for the move, you realize the true scale of their number. The process of preparing for the move can take more than one day. But everything must be done competently and in an organized manner, then it will not seem such a terrible and improbable event.

Preparatory stage

The preparatory stage will help you not only organize the entire process correctly and pack your belongings securely when moving. Most likely, you can even find something that you have already lost a long time ago or “dig up” things that, in principle, you no longer need and will not be useful in a new place. Follow the following algorithm and you will successfully complete the task.

Materials and packaging

Gather all the necessary materials you will need to pack your things:

1. Sturdy boxes in various sizes, as you will be packing items of various sizes in them.
2. Durable tape.
3. Wrapping.
4. Newspapers.
5. Air bubble film.
6. Scissors.
7. Soft fabric, flannel.
8. Large and small plastic bags.
9. Marking pens.
10. Labels for marking.

Important! Stock up on packing materials at every opportunity: do not throw away shoe boxes, large household appliances and other bulky purchases, then you won’t have to buy additional containers for moving.

Sorting documents

Documents are something without which it is impossible to imagine your life in society. Whatever you try to do or where you are going to go, you will definitely need them. Therefore, pay special attention to this moment and check everything very scrupulously several times.

Gather a folder with all the important, necessary documents that will be needed during the move: a folder with receipts for ordering a car for moving, information about the carrier company (if any), money for movers, necessary contact information and other important documents, keep in a safe place, for example, in a personal bag so as not to lose it and pack it in a hurry.

Important! Personal documents, bank cards, jewelry and money must also be carried in a personal bag. Keep your medications with you if necessary.

Throwing away trash

Get rid of excess! Moving is a great reason to reconsider the necessity and usefulness of each item. Don't bring extra rubbish with you. If you can’t figure out what exactly is and what is not, here is a short list of what you should 100% refuse:

1. Old pens.
2. Broken toys.
3. Separate notebook sheets.
4. A roll of wallpaper left over from a previous renovation.
5. Items you haven't used in 2 years.
6. Items reserved for "just in case".
7. Old utensils.
8. Broken furniture.

Sorting personal belongings

Gather a box or suitcase of personal items for each family member. This box should contain everything you'll need for the first few days while everything else is packed, including:

1. Soap.
2. Toothpaste and brush.
3. Towel.
4. Home clothes and shoes.
5. Razor (if necessary).
6. Hygiene items.
7. Two complete sets of changeable clothes.

Important! Keep the box or bag containing personal items in a safe place so as not to be confused with other items. It is advisable to immediately mark it and write what exactly is in it.

Putting old things to good use

Collect clothes that can be used for upholstery. In order not to buy a huge amount of bubble wrap, review your wardrobe. Surely there you will find many things that you have not worn for a long time, but your hand did not rise to throw them away. In this situation, they will be your salvation - such clothes can pack small items.

Important! Clothes are much more pliable than paper and bubble wrap, so with this procedure you will kill two birds with one stone: pack clothes, items and save your budget. For example, each glass product can be wrapped in a sock, even if the glass products hit each other, nothing will happen to them with such packaging.

Properly preparing equipment for the move

Take a photo of the wires connecting complex electronics so that you can connect them correctly later. So you save a lot of time and your own nerves.

How to pack properly when moving?

The correct sequence in packaging is a guarantee of the safety of products during transportation. So follow a clear plan.

Step 1:

1. First of all, create a spacious place for packing in your home. You'll need a spacious, cozy space where you can lay out all of your items before you start packing for the move.
2. Lay out boxes, packing materials, markers, labels, tape at hand.

Step 2:

1. Wrap each item carefully with clothing, bubble bag, or paper. To avoid breakage, place items in boxes with care and in the most convenient position for them. Pack heavier items at the bottom of the box, and lighter items at the top. Try to fit as many items in the box as possible to reduce the amount of packaging.

Important! Remember the “thumb” rule, it concerns the weight of the packing box: it should not exceed 30 kg. After packing things, you should move the box with your thumb. If you fail, then unpack it and transfer a few things to the next container.

1. On the packaging, mark the name of the room to which these things belong. This will greatly facilitate the process of unpacking after moving. This method can simplify the task for the movers, if they are not in a hurry, they will lay out all the boxes in the appropriate rooms. When you move, start packing one room at a time.

Step 3:

1. First, pack everything from the mezzanines and cabinets. Put bed linen, blankets, tablecloths, curtains and other items in plastic bags.
2. When packing books, stack them in stacks of 15-20 and wrap them in thick paper to protect the delicate corners. Pack brochures in stacks no more than 45 cm high. Do the same procedure with discs. Pack all items neatly into a cardboard box. Fill voids with flannel, clothing or bubble wrap. Seal each box with tape, and glue the seams with tape for strength. Don't forget to label and sign.
3. Before packing clothes and shoes, separate the belongings of all family members so that there is no problem when unpacking and searching for personal belongings. Sort demi-season, summer clothes into packages or smaller boxes, following the principle of thematic selection.

Important! Pack things that cannot be wrinkled in fabric cases and place them in large boxes if they cannot be transferred by hanging them on a coat hanger. When assembling things in suitcases, fold them correctly: put your shoes on the very bottom. Put cosmetics and other little things in the corners to save space. Place items that wrinkle on top.

Step 4

Assemble kitchen utensils:

1. Be sure to wrap sharp objects in thick cardboard and place in a box so that they cannot damage anything. Lay a layer of foam or old newspapers at the bottom.
2. Pack all individual small items found when emptying drawers in the kitchen into plastic food containers.
3. Cover dishes, glass with bubble wrap or thin cardboard.
4. When packing, arrange the plates vertically, like records. Use towels, flannel, and a variety of soft cloths to pack.
5. Rewind pots and pans with newspapers so as not to scratch the surface.
6. Carefully place all the things collected in the kitchen in a box, and fill the voids with soft material so that in case of shaking or falling, delicate glass objects remain intact.

Important! To properly pack your belongings when moving, put smaller items of utensils in pots, after wrapping them in rags.

Step 5

1. Disassemble furniture if possible. Be sure to sign all panels and, wrapping them with bubble wrap (or stretch film), put them in large boxes. Place corrugated cardboard sheets at the bottom of the package for cushioning. For small fittings (handles, screws, nuts, fasteners), select a separate bag or plastic container.

Important! If you decide not to disassemble the furniture, then seal all the drawers and doors with tape. It's also a good idea to take pictures of complex furniture and number the parts before disassembling.

1. Mirrors, paintings, glass doors pack in cardboard sheets and drag with tape.

Step 6:

1. Pack household appliances very carefully, it is better to transport them in their original packaging, securing with foam. If not available, use bubble wrap or flannel. Place documents with each device. If the box is not native, then be sure to indicate the top and bottom of the item.
2. Protect monitor and TV screens with layers of bubble wrap and fix with stretch film. Disconnect all wires and cables and tape them to the equipment.
3. Separately it is necessary to pack flammable substances: varnishes, solvents.

Important! On each large package, write a list of groups of things with a marker and put a number. Duplicate the entry in a notebook to save time and effort when unpacking.

The final stage

Assemble a box labeled “open first” that will contain items needed during the move. It should contain:

1. Roll of paper towels.
2. Dishwashing liquid.
3. Sponge.
4. Several pens.
5. Plastic or paper plates.
6. Forks.
7. Spoons.
8. Towels for each family member.
9. Pot.
10. Frying pan, etc.

Important! The people who will help you pack your things when you move, take them out, bring them in, will need to wash their hands, eat, after you have finished unpacking.

Loading things into the car

When loading things, follow and control the process:

1. First of all, load the bulky items.
2. The heaviest and most stable should be at the base, and on top - light little things and suitcases to make a kind of pyramid.
3. Plants and fragile things are best loaded into a passenger car.

Important! After you vacate the rooms, be sure to tidy up all areas to leave a good impression of yourself to the new owners.

1. To secure the boxes, use special packing tape, not tape.
2. Garbage bags can be used to pack towels, T-shirts, and unbreakable items - just take the largest and with a good density.
3. Use pillow cases to wrap portraits, paintings, photographs.
4. Use clothing bags as barriers between fragile items or fill empty spaces in a truck with them.
5. The drawers of the chest of drawers can not be emptied. Cover fragile things in them with towels or socks so that they do not break.
6. To protect your hands during the move, keep work or gardening gloves with you. They are needed for both loading and unloading.
7. Avoid empty boxes from grocery stores, as they may contain insect eggs. Use boxes for office supplies or buy new boxes from moving companies.

If you use our tips and tricks, your move will not be a natural disaster, just start packing as early as possible to avoid haste.

Getting ready for a two-week vacation can be tricky, but packing for the move can be terrible difficult! Few people look forward to starting packing, even if they can't wait to move. Start collecting empty boxes at least a month before you move, if not sooner. Big stores and hospitals always have a large supply of clean, empty boxes, so it's worth asking if you can take a few for your move. Start packing as early as possible to avoid being rushed.

Steps

Part 1

Start and organization

Gather all the necessary materials and boxes of different sizes. You will need sturdy boxes of different sizes to fit different sizes of items. Make sure you purchase high quality materials and sturdy boxes, ask a professional for recommendations. Also consider purchasing:

• Stuffing materials
• bubble wrap
• Packing lists
• Newspapers, blank newsprint
• Scissors
• Strong packing tape
• Label stickers
• Marking pens

1. Create a folder with all the important documents you will need during your move. Put in a folder: confirmation of ordering a car for moving, information about the company that helps you with the move (if available), veterinarian records (again, if available), money for movers, hotel reservations, contact information for important people (real estate agent or building owner) and any other important documents you need before you can unpack the boxes.

   • Keep this folder in a safe place, such as your personal bag, so you don't lose or pack it by mistake. It should also not be placed where it will not burrow into the mess that is bound to form.

2. Pack a suitcase or box for each family member a few days in advance. This box should contain soap, toothpaste and brush, towel and washcloth, disposable razor (if necessary), home clothes (comfortable pants or similar) and two complete sets of change of clothes, as well as anything else that everyone will need. your family member for the first few days (while everything else is still packed). So everything they need is easily accessible.

   • Keep these boxes and suitcases in a safe place where they will not be mistaken for something else, maybe in the car or somewhere else (at work or at a neighbor's house). Bring them with you by car or by the transport with which you move.

3. Gather clothes that you can use for stuffing. Instead of buying a huge amount of bubble wrap or a pack of Styrofoam, look to your clothing to provide padding. Not only will this save you money, but you will pack your clothes at the same time - killing two birds with one stone. Clothing is much more pliable than paper or bubble wrap.

   • For glass items, wrap each item in a sock. It's like socks are meant for that. If they hit each other, nothing will happen to them.

4. Take photos of complex settings, such as the back of your TV. Is there something you've been trying to get right for ages and you're disgusted that you'll have to take it apart? Then take a photo to see later.

   • You may also want to take a photo for frame classification and decorative purposes. Not to mention nostalgia and memories.

   Part 2

   Efficient and productive packaging

   1. Create a spacious packing space in your home. You'll need a cozy, spacious space where you can put all of your stuff, then start packing. Here you will have boxes, packing materials, pens, tape and labels at your fingertips. This is your I-do-my-thing room.

      • As you pack each box, number them, in addition to room and contents. In this case, if you have X number of boxes, you will know when one is missing, in addition to telling the movers how many boxes you have.

   2. Start packing and don't pack air. Wrap each item carefully with paper, clothing, or bubble bags. Place them in the boxes with care and, if possible, in the most convenient position to avoid breakage. Heavier items should be at the bottom of the box, and lighter items should be at the top. Try to put as many things in the box as you can to cut down on the number of boxes you'll need.

      • Pack heavy items such as books, toys, etc. into small boxes. Do not overfill boxes to the point where they break from the weight.
      • Pack fragile items with special care and attention. If necessary, use additional layers of wrapping paper or bubble wrap to wrap fragile items. Place cling film between bottles and lids to prevent leakage. Place cotton between fragile makeup.
      • Use crumpled newspaper or paper to fill in empty spaces in boxes.

   3. Pack everything that belongs to each room and label the names of the rooms on the boxes. This will greatly facilitate the process of unpacking after moving. Start packing one room at a time, packing small things first to tidy them up and make room. Carefully label and seal each box so you can find everything when you unpack.

      • It will also make things easier for the movers. If they are not in a hurry, they will most likely put the boxes in their respective rooms.

   4. Start taking apart any large items and place all metal parts and fasteners in thick, resealable plastic bags, smashing them according to the type and room they belong to. Pack all bags in one box with the right tools - allen wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, etc. This will facilitate the reassembly process after the move.

      • Place the box of tools and hardware in a central location where everyone in the family can find it. This will greatly simplify the process of reassembling all disassembled items. Add small items to this box, such as remote controls, boxes of nails, and other similar items that you will need immediately after the move.

   5. Clear each room one at a time, starting with the kitchen. Throw out the trash and only pack things that you actually use regularly. Use the plastic food containers to collect all the individual items you find when emptying the drawers in the kitchen and other rooms. Label all boxes according to their contents and the rooms they belong to, then seal them tightly or tape them. You can use bags of various sizes for the same purpose. Place stickers inside each bag describing the contents of the bag, such as "TV wires" and "pens and pencils." Place all containers and bags in a large box, labeled according to the room and contents.

      • Plates should be placed vertically, like records. Don't forget to look in the dishwasher!
      • Should something remain intact, such as a necklace (so as not to get confused)? Try cling film or tape to wrap as is, then pack.

   Part 3

   Finishing work

   1. Collect the First to Open box last. This box will contain items you will use right up until the day you move. Consider what items you will need before opening the boxes. It is useful to collect things such as dishwashing liquid, a sponge, a roll of paper towels, napkins, several pens, scissors, plastic or paper plates and forks, a corkscrew, towels for each family member, one pot and one frying pan, one plastic ladle , an additional knife for opening boxes, etc.

      • Remember that people will need to wash their hands, eat and shower before you finish unpacking. This box makes it easy.
      • Also, grab a couple of Lifesavers or other hard candies in case someone gets hungry or has low blood sugar on moving day. This is a good way to keep a good mood.

   2. Arrange the boxes after you have assembled, labeled and closed them. Try to collect all the boxes by room that you have finished packing. Keep all your extension cords and outlets in one box so they're easier to find after you move.

      • Clearly label boxes of tools and extension cords. Consider marking these boxes in bright yellow or red.
      • Leave all nuts and bolts on the item after you take it apart. Thus, it will be much easier for you to immediately put back the bed or lamp, instead of looking for them.

   3. If you've been counting boxes, count them. Do you know where each of them is? Need extra duct tape work? Have you packed more boxes than you thought and need to warn the movers that you need a bigger truck?

      • Which are fragile and which are strong? Are there any you want to drag yourself, just in case? You may want to set some aside so you always know where they are.

   4. Look in every room and make sure everything is moved. Put all your last-minute items in one room. Remember, after you've filled the truck and the movers tell you everything is ready to go, it's your responsibility to check all rooms to make sure you haven't left anything. Once you've made sure all the rooms are empty, it's time to close the door and leave this place!

   • If you find it difficult to buy boxes, or if you are going to leave some boxes in the locker or on the street, consider buying plastic containers. Many stores sell large plastic containers for almost the same price as cardboard boxes, only plastic containers are stronger than regular boxes, and also have handles, are more stable and don't get wet.
   • When you pack boxes, remember that towels, washcloths, and socks are great materials for packing fragile items. Small plastic bags are also great for this as they hold air.
   • Order a truck as soon as you decide on the exact date of the move. During the week before moving, call the moving company to confirm your order.
   • Use Styrofoam plates between regular plates so they don't break during transit.
   • The last thing to do is pack your cleaning supplies, as you'll need them in your new home.
   • Clothes bags can be used as barriers between fragile items or to fill empty spaces in a truck. Label each package by content or room.
   • Use special packing tape, not tape, to secure the boxes.
   • Towels, T-shirts and unbreakable items can be placed in trash bags. Use strong drawstring bags and don't overstuff them to the point where they become unbearable. Clearly label all packages so you don't confuse them with trash!
   • Don't empty drawers. If they contain fragile items, cover them with towels or socks so they don't break.
   • Use pillowcases to wrap portraits/paintings in them… They are great for this!

   Warnings

   • As soon as you arrive at your new home, have the workers unload the stuff from the truck. If something breaks, they are responsible for it. If you help, you will have no right to claim.
   • Carry work or gardening gloves with you to protect your hands during the move. Don't pack them. You will need them for loading and unloading.
   • When moving day approaches, stack the boxes in one room so you can move furniture and heavy items into the transport first, and so you don't wander around the boxes that should be stacked last.
   • Free doesn't mean better! Do not take empty boxes from food stores. These boxes may contain insects or their eggs. Get boxes from liquor stores (they are strong enough to hold a lot of full glass bottles) or buy new boxes from moving companies. Office supplies boxes are also great, as they are great for storage and small enough for kids to grab.
   • Drain the water mattresses about two days before moving. They take a long time to dry and should be dry on moving day. Keep a garden hose next to a waterbed so you can fill it with water after unloading the truck.

Moving is a very difficult and troublesome business, the proper preparation for which is a great art. Most often, if a person approaches the move without proper attention and precautions, during this event, something is sure to break or be lost. In order for the move not to turn into a subsequent calculation of losses and losses, it is necessary to learn how to properly pack things. Here are some helpful tips to help minimize the damage from your move. The whole process of packing things can be divided into several stages.

Preparatory stage

It is necessary to think in advance about the packaging materials that will be used during the above event. This list is not that big, but everything on it must be purchased:

• cardboard boxes of different sizes;
• old newspapers and special paper;
• air bubble wrap and various types of adhesive tape;
• a variety of soft cloth rags;
• garbage bags of various sizes and colors.

In addition, be sure to purchase several markers or felt-tip pens. This will allow you to label the boxes and significantly reduce the time spent on unpacking things. It is necessary to remember that the safety of things often depends on the quality and quantity of packaging materials. Very large cardboard boxes should also not be used. The fact is that they become too heavy after they are filled with things. A large cardboard box with things is a serious challenge even for a physically strong man.

You should not start packing things with fragile items and utensils. First you need to pack durable things: books, linen (bedding and regular) and clothes. Then crockery and other fragile things are packed. Furniture and all available household appliances are packed last.

All those things that are of particular value to a person: jewelry, jewelry, cash and important documents must be packed separately from all other property and, of course, kept strictly with you. This requirement also applies to essential medicines.

The weight of the box with things should not exceed 30 kilograms, but it is most often not possible to weigh it. In this case, to determine the weight and transportability of the box, the “thumb” rule is applied: if the box cannot be moved with the thumb of the hand, it should be slightly lightened and some of the things that were put in it should be removed.

What is the proper packing sequence for a move?

In order to pack things as quickly as possible and without unnecessary costs of nerve cells, it is necessary to adhere to a certain packing order. First of all, for ease of packing, it is necessary to collect things from the shelves of cabinets and mezzanines. Bed linen, clothes, towels are put into bags for packing things. Those bags where towels and bed linen are packed must be carefully signed and made so that they are at hand. Bed linen and towels will be needed first.

The next stage is the packaging of books. The height of the stack of packed brochures is no more than 45 centimeters. A stack of books - 15-20 pieces. All stacks are carefully rewound with tape, voids in the box (this rule also applies to packing dishes) are filled with newspapers or cloth rags. The box must be sealed with tape. It does not hurt to glue the seams of the box with tape. This will make it more durable.

Shoes and clothes must be packed in large travel bags, suitcases, large packing bags (large garbage bags are great for this operation). If there are things that, during the implementation of an apartment move, it is absolutely undesirable to wrinkle, you should use special covers made of plastic or fabric. These covers are guaranteed to help transport things without wrinkling them at all.

It's time to pack your kitchen utensils. Kitchen utensils that can damage the walls and bottom of the box in which they are packed must be wrapped in thick cardboard. At the bottom of the box in which you plan to pack kitchen utensils, you need to place a layer of old newspapers or air bubble wrap. It is also necessary to fill all the voids in the box with the same film, old newspapers, cloth rags. If voids remain when packing dishes, there is a very high chance that the dishes will not arrive at their new location safe and sound.

Furniture must be disassembled into component segments and put in large boxes, after rewinding with tape. You will definitely need to allocate a bag for small accessories, because they are lost most often when moving. It is advisable to put sheets of corrugated cardboard on the bottom of those strong boxes in which the furniture is packed. Glass pieces of furniture, mirrors and paintings are rewound with adhesive tape and carefully packed, wrapped in cloth rags or, as it was written earlier, bubble wrap.

How to transport household appliances

All equipment is packed last in the list of things. The refrigerator must be completely defrosted at least a day before the move. For large equipment, it is necessary to know its weight so that the movers can correctly place it in the car. The best option for transporting household appliances is to pack them in their original factory boxes in which they were purchased. It is mandatory to pack the equipment, securing it with foam. If there is no polystyrene foam in the house, soft cloth rags will do, or, as the best material, air bubble wrap, old newspapers can also be used.

Documents for household appliances must be put with it so that they are not lost. This, by the way, will help to avoid confusion when installing household appliances in a new house. In the event that it was not possible to find the box from household appliances in which it was purchased, be sure to indicate on the box with a marker or felt-tip pen where the top and where the bottom of the equipment is. Otherwise, loaders can damage the equipment during loading or unloading.

Each box must be signed

All those boxes in which things and utensils are packed must be signed with a marker or felt-tip pen on all sides. Loaders do not have the gift of foresight and may well damage things (especially fragile and household appliances) during their loading and unloading. If the correct location of things or household appliances in it is marked on the box with a marker, the movers will not be able to make a mistake, and the move will not be overshadowed by breakage or damage to things.

That is why you need to get a marker before you start packing and preparing for the move. This small operation (marking with a marker on the box) will help keep things safe and sound.

What things are incompatible when moving

Under no circumstances should books be packed with oil or colorants. This is fraught with their damage and subsequent movement into the trash can. Household chemicals and food should also not be in the same box. Why risk and get a great chance to get poisoned? Sharp objects should be kept as far away from fragile things as possible.

Flammable substances, various solvents and varnishes must be packed separately from other things.

These are the tips that have already been tested by time and tens of thousands of apartment moves. They will help you move smoothly and without loss. If a person does not have the desire to pack things himself and organize an apartment move, you can seek help from specialists collaborating with the Yudu website. These are real professionals who will be able to quickly and correctly pack things, organize an apartment move and charge quite democratic payment for their services.

You're moving and don't know where to start packing? First of all, plan your course of action and stick to the plan. Follow the sequence of packing things. This will relieve problems and unnecessary stress.

How to quickly and without loss to collect things

1. Start preparing early, don't wait until the last day! So you carefully, without haste, put the property, save your nerves and do not forget anything! To move a one-two-room apartment, allocate 5-6 days for fees;

2. Get rid of the excess. Remember that moving is a great opportunity to throw away trash, old and unnecessary things!

3. Determine the scope of work and prepare the packaging:

• Gather the cardboard boxes you have. You can use containers from electronic and household appliances, shoe boxes. Ask for boxes from friends or in a nearby store;
• Stock up on tape. It is better to take brown, as it is durable and securely fastens boxes and bags;
• Take paper or old newspapers to pack fragile and breakable items;
• You will also need bags, bubble wrap, string or strong tape, and large bags.

4. Distribute things into bags, and then put them in boxes. For appliances, use native boxes, for furniture - bubble wrap;

5. Use large items to transport small items. For example, put small plates in a large pot. Just pre-wrap each item with paper or newspaper.

6. Sign the packages. You can act according to the European method. Gather items and distribute boxes to rooms. For example, bathroom, kitchen or nursery. Sign what belongs to what. When you move to a new location, arrange the boxes in the appropriate rooms. This will make it easier to sort things out and keep searches to a minimum;

7. Make a list where duplicate the signed packages. This will save time and effort when unpacking.

How to properly pack

• First, we pack things from cabinets and mezzanines. Curtains, tablecloths, pillows and blankets, bedding put in a bag and tied with a rope;
• Next, we pack books and CDs. Fold in stacks and wrap with thick paper. Put the items in the box and seal with tape;
• We add documents and money separately;
• We collect things and shoes in a bag, bags or large packages;
• We pack the dishes. We wrap sharp objects with cardboard or cloth and put them in a box lined with newspaper. Wrap pots, pans and kettles in newspapers and put them in bags;
• Wrap crystal, glass and breakable objects with paper, and preferably with a cloth. Wrap each item separately, put it in a small bag and put it in a box. Secure the box with tape;
• Disassemble the furniture if possible, put the accessories in a separate bag. Dismantle drawers and doors, wrap with cloth and put into boxes. If moving objects cannot be separated, tape them to the case;
• We remove household appliances. We use our original retail box for packaging. If the box is ordinary, then sign where the top and bottom are;
• Last but not least, we transport things of regular use. Put them in a separate bag.

How to move equipment and furniture

Transportation of household appliances and furniture creates many problems when moving. If it is easy to remove a small microwave oven, then there will be problems with transporting a large refrigerator or sofa.

In order for the refrigerator and washing machine to remain intact and safe, they must be transported in an upright position.

For transportation, use the original box in which the devices were purchased. If the packaging has not survived, take a large cardboard box, sign the top and bottom of the item.

Before placing the device in a container, wrap it with bubble wrap. There should be no empty spaces left in the box, fill in the gaps with newspapers or cloth.

To transfer furniture and appliances, cover the body with a dense layer of cardboard or fabric. Secure items in the box with lashing straps.

• How to pack and transport a refrigerator

Unplug equipment and defrost. Dismantle the shelves inside the refrigerator, put them in a separate bag. Tape the doors to the body with tape. If you still transport the device “lying”, then lay it on one of the sides;

• How to pack and transport a washing machine

Drain the water and turn off the appliance. Dismantle the hoses, drawers and pack in a bag. Fix the drum with special bolts. As a rule, fasteners are included in the kit. However, they can be easily purchased at a hardware store. Don't forget to lock the door closed;

• How to pack and transport upholstered furniture

Disassemble the pieces of furniture, remove the bolts in a separate bag, remove the legs, armrests and wrap with paper. Upholstered furniture is enough to wrap with plastic wrap. It will protect from dirt, precipitation and dust;

• How to pack and ship your TV

Wrap the TV in bubble wrap or plastic wrap. Pack in original box. Carry the Plasma TV flat with the screen facing down. Ordinary TV - in the usual position;

How to transport fragile items

To fragile things, we will include not only crystal and glass, but also flowers. Treat fragile and breakable items with extreme caution. Remember that neat and secure packaging will keep things safe when moving.

To pack the mirror, use cardboard sheets. Wrap them tightly with tape. Wrap crystal, glass and breakable items in paper, cloth or newspaper. Spare no material and pack each item separately. Place the items in a cardboard box and secure with tape.

Packing and transporting flowers is a delicate and time-consuming process. Place pots or other containers with plants in a large box, make cardboard partitions between them. Fill in empty spaces with paper.

When transporting flowers in cold weather, place two or three plastic bottles of hot water in the crate.

It is good if the plants fit completely in the box and do not peek out. Close it and wrap it with tape. Make small holes to let the flowers breathe.

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It is better to pack things in preparation for the move in advance. When it comes to moving from one rented apartment to another, also already furnished, you can start packing things in boxes and bags in a couple of days. If it is planned to transport furniture and oversized items, such as buying a new apartment, then you should start packing at least 1-2 weeks in advance.

What you need when moving

The first thing to do when packing is to find a sufficiently large amount of packing material. You can order moving boxes in online stores (at the moment, the delivery time for such materials can be only 2-3 days from the date of order). In addition, cardboard boxes can often be ordered from the supermarket closest to the house, and the role of insulating and protective material can be performed by old clothes that are no longer planned to be worn or old newspapers and magazines. In addition, you will need to purchase markers, strong adhesive tape that will definitely not come off during transportation, scissors. You will need a marker to write on each box - this systematizes the process of collecting things and will help when unpacking in a new place. Also, they can make the inscriptions “Fragile!” on boxes with especially valuable things.

Principles of collecting things

It is best to collect things "by room". Thus, the scope of work will be divided into several small tasks and will no longer seem exorbitant. In the process of collecting each room, things will certainly be found that are no longer relevant and, if the move was started in advance, they can be sold on special flea market sites or even given away for free.

The collection of things should be built on the principle of "heavy to light". If the move takes place in several stages, furniture and heavy household appliances should be moved first, and only then clothes, dishes and other personal items.

For your own convenience, you should leave one small box or bag for essentials that the family will use on the day of the move. There may be toothbrushes and toiletries, a change of clothes, medicines for the chronically ill, food that is easy to prepare in the absence of most utensils.

A folder with documents (passports, birth certificates, documents for an apartment), money, as well as electronic devices that can help in the process of moving (phones and tablets) are best placed in a daily bag or backpack that will be transported on yourself.