Packing tips

How to pack kitchens, books, electronics, mattresses, fragile items and more, plus what not to pack for a move. 43 articles — page 4 of 4.

How to Stay Organized During a Long Distance Move

While many families and college graduates are moving zip code to zip code, some are moving long distance instead. State to state moves can be hectic because if you forget an item in your old living space, you can’t exactly head back and get it! If you…

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How to Move Your Wine Collection

We all have priorities when it comes to what items take more care to pack; for some, it’s the family heirloom furniture, for others it’s the china set, but for those select few: It’s the wine collection. But perhaps the last time you moved you didn’t have…

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How to Pack a Dining Room Like a Pro

When we’re faced with the task of moving, we often think about all the heavy wood furniture, queen-sized mattresses, and hundreds of pounds of clothes that need to be securely loaded into a moving truck. But actually the most daunting and difficult items to…

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Long Distance Moving Tips to Consider this Summer

Summer is the perfect time to be moving long distance. The kids are out of school, or perhaps you’ve finally become empty nesters and can move to that far-away place you’ve always dreamed of. The first hurdle, however, is packing all of your belongings. We’ve…

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Have No Fear Packing That Crystal Chandelier

Your chandelier is the highlight of your kitchen or dining room – and you’d like to keep it that way in your new home. In order for it to once again hang from the ceiling, it’s going to need to make the move without getting damaged. A chandelier is one of the…

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Downsizing Your Home Without Going Crazy

Is this the year you’ve finally decided to downsize? Perhaps all your children have left the nest, or you’ve just decided to scale back on a more lavish lifestyle. Either way, you’re not alone when it comes to making this decision. According to real-estate…

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5 Things to Know for Moving Day

Perhaps you’ve moved a few times in the past, but each time you catch yourself thinking “Next time, I’ll be more prepared and organized.” Here are a few tips and tricks to get you more mentally prepared for your next move. 1.) Don’t Procrastinate As soon as…

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