Moving is close to the top of the list of most stressful things we go through in life. But, organising each step of your packing list is the easiest way of significantly reducing the amount of potential stress. Organising the supplies for your big move is an essential part of preparation and should be done as early as possible!
Coastline Removals are always on hand to stock and supply the essentials for their customers, leaving them with as little stress as possible. Having the right boxes, tools and equipment to pack your life away is vital. So, let’s look further into the necessary supplies for making your move as successful as can be.
Cardboard
One of the most obvious and popular items to have is the cardboard box. These are rather cheap items, even when buying in bulk. If you are lucky enough to be friendly with a shop owner, they may be happy to supply you with cardboard boxes for free. If you manage to get these, ensure they are high quality. If you aren’t fortunate enough to have access to boxes,
Coastline Removals stock high-quality cardboard boxes.
Cardboard boxes can also be recycled, making them a great sustainable choice for your move. Alternatively, you can keep them for use in future or give them to friends and family to use.
Plastic
The next most popular box is the plastic box. The price difference between cardboard and plastic boxes is rather noticeable; however, the difference in strength and durability is incomparable. A plastic box is capable of carrying significantly heavier items as well as being optionally see-through. Using see-through boxes can make your life extremely easy and removes the need for extensive labelling. You can see exactly what is contained in each see-through plastic box whenever you like!
Other Supplies
To ensure all your clothes are kept together and aren’t damaged, you may want to use a portable wardrobe. These are a great way to avoid creasing your clothes from folding too!
To protect the floor during your move, you can get hold of floor protectors. Plus, to protect your mattress during the move, you may be thinking about getting a mattress protector to avoid any dirt entering the surface.
Packing Placement
When packing, it is a good idea to pack the heaviest items at the bottom of the boxes. This will ensure that no lighter items will get squashed by the heavier items on top.
In terms of which room you should pack first, it’s a good idea to pack the room you use the least, as you may not need to use the items in this room as much as the kitchen items for example. Don’t forget to label your boxes so you aren’t playing guess the contents of the box when you move into your new home.
Should you desire to find out more about essential moving supplies, then please do not hesitate to get in touch with the Coastline Removals team, who are always on hand to ensure your move is as stress-free as possible!