Not sure where to start with your move? The best approach is to get organized ahead of moving day and pack your boxes carefully to keep your belongings safe.
Steps to Pack Your Boxes
Here are some steps to pack your boxes:
Prepare Your Moving Boxes
Before making your boxes, you obviously need to find a sufficient packing company. Pharmacies and businesses (shops, supermarkets) generally have boxes of different sizes in stock that they do not intend to use. Don't hesitate to ask them to give them to you for free. Otherwise, large DIY stores sell lots of new cardboard boxes and moving items.
In fact, in addition to cardboard boxes, also provide yourself with newspaper or bubble wrap. These will help you protect fragile items before placing them in the boxes.
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Pack the Least-Used Items First
About two weeks before your move, go room by room and do a thorough sort. Put everything you no longer need into garbage bags for donation or disposal. Next, gather the items you use the least or are certain you won’t need until after your move. Pack these first.
As you pack, label each box clearly with the room it belongs to—such as living room, office, children’s room, or bedroom. This will save you valuable time during unpacking.
Packing Fragile Items
- For delicate belongings like plates, glasses, vases, or paintings:
- Wrap each item individually in newspaper or bubble wrap.
- Place them snugly in boxes so they don’t move around.
- Mark each box with “FRAGILE” in bold letters.
- For larger fragile items, use a blanket as protective wrapping.
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Adopt Smart Packing Habits
To avoid breakages and make unpacking easier, keep these packing rules in mind:
- Heavy items first. Place heavier objects at the bottom of the box and lighter ones on top.
- Avoid empty spaces. If there’s extra room in a box, fill it with clothes, towels, or newspaper to keep items from shifting.
- Organize by priority. Write details of each box’s contents or number them by importance. For example, your first kitchen box could be labeled “Kitchen No. 1” to indicate it contains the essentials you’ll need right away.
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Make Your Move Stress-Free
We understand how overwhelming a move can be. That’s why Expert Movers are here to assist you at every stage, from packing and transporting to unpacking in your new home. With the right planning and the right movers, your relocation can be smooth and worry-free.
Expert Mover is the leading relocation company in Dubai and across the UAE, offering a wide range of moving and packing services. Whether you are planning a house move, office relocation, or apartment shifting, Expert Mover ensures a smooth and hassle-free experience. In addition to moving services, the company also provides professional handyman support, cleaning, painting, storage, and transportation solutions tailored to meet your needs. Contact us now!
Author:
Louis Massaro
I’m blessed to have had tremendous success in the moving industry, building a nationwide company from scratch that provided a great service. I’m the author of 10 Rules of hiring professional movers dedicated to helping entrepreneurs in the moving industry
