FINE & COUNTRY PLANNING TO PACK
The excitement of moving to a new home can diminish when faced with the daunting task of packing. Jonathan Handford from Fine & Country Leamington Spa gives tips on where to start when packing up your home.
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As most of us dislike change, it is understandable that moving brings up a whole range of emotions. If you find yourself feeling anxious and distressed, accept that this is an emotional time. Having a clear plan for packing can help to reduce stress levels.
Packing is not a fun task, but it can be simpler and less exhausting if you have time to declutter your house or apartment first. There is no point in putting money and time into moving items that you do not need or that will not fit in your new property. Make sure you have a clear picture of your new home’s layout and how much space you have available, as this will inform you of items you may need to dispose of before you move. It is a good way to have a fresh start, as well as increasing your packing efficiency.
Adopt a systematic approach, working through one room at a time. Packing up a spare room or one that is not used as much is a great place to start, as it can then become the designated packing and storing station. Make the most of the benefits of decluttering. Begin by sorting items into three piles: keep, donate, and sell. If you hesitate over an item, that usually means you do not need it.
This is particularly important in the bedroom and can be done weeks before the move. We all seem to have more clothing than we need. Packing clothing from drawers in suitcases is relatively
easy. It is also possible to buy specialist boxes that have a built- in hanging rails to pack wardrobe items, leaving them on their hangers, ready for a simple transfer to your new wardrobe.
The kitchen is often the most daunting room to tackle because there are so many small items, as well as awkwardly shaped appliances. If you are a person who keeps the original boxes, this is the time it will pay off and you can re-use them. If there are items with attachments, put all the pieces together with the instructions and tape them to the appliance. Have a box ready for essentials, too, like your kettle and a couple of cups. These will probably be the last to be packed.
As you are sorting, begin a list of contents that can be taped to each box. This is invaluable when unpacking. Have a separate box ready for cleaning items as well, as these will be used at the end of the pack and possibly needed at the beginning of the unpack.
Stop buying food and perishables a week before moving. Use up as much as possible from the fridge and pantry in the last few days and remember, the fridge needs to be turned off at least 24 hours before the move. An ice chest is usually an adequate replacement for the last 24 hours to keep things like milk fresh – a cup of tea or coffee can boost flagging spirits.
For advice on selling or buying property, please contact Fine & Country Leamington Spa on 01926 455950 or visit
www.fineandcountry.com
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