Packing is nobody’s idea of fun — but with a few clever tricks, you can make it way less painful (and even a little satisfying).
Here are 10 tried-and-true hacks that professional movers swear by:
Use clothing as padding: Wrap fragile items in T-shirts, towels, or socks to save on bubble wrap.
Leave clothes on hangers: Bundle them in large trash bags and hang them back up at your new place.
Photograph your electronics: Take pics of cable setups before unplugging. You’ll thank yourself later.
Pack plates vertically: Like records. They’re less likely to crack that way.
Use rolling suitcases for books: Save your back — books are heavy.
Label boxes on the side, not the top: So you can still see labels when they’re stacked.
Pack an “open first” box: Include toiletries, chargers, pajamas, snacks, and coffee.
Color-code by room: Use colored tape or markers for each room for faster unloading.
Wrap drawers with cling film: No need to unpack — just seal and move.
Declutter as you go: Keep a donation box nearby. Don’t pack what you don’t want.
Packing might not be glamorous, but it doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Start early, stay organized, and keep a sense of humor — you’re moving toward something new.
