Packing everything and relocating to a new home is a stressful experience. And after it’s over, the last thing you feel like doing is unpacking. Streamline the process and make it headache-free by using these tips for unpacking after a move.
Start With Necessities When Unpacking After a Move
As soon as your move is over, you’ll probably be exhausted. Save the majority of unpacking for later and only unpack what you’ll need for that first night. Some essentials that you’ll want to have on hand include:
- Phone charger/electronics
- Sheets, pillowcases, and blankets
- Toiletries
- A change of clothes or two
Unpacking After a Move: Unpack One Room at a Time
If you’ve labeled your boxes well, they should already be located in the appropriate rooms. Completely unpack one room before moving on to the next. Tackling one area at a time will prevent confusion and disorganization. Start with the kitchen; these boxes contain things you’ll need immediately.
Don’t Rush to Finish
After unpacking everyday necessities, you won’t have to rush. It’s not necessary to get everything done in one day. Take your time to make sure everything is unpacked carefully and put away. When you try to hurry through the work, you’re more likely to lose track of where you’ve put things.
Unpacking After a Move: Get Help from Family and Friends
To unpack with minimal stress, get your family and friends to help. Kids can unpack their boxes. Ask nearby friends or relatives to assist. Unpacking is a big job that will take time if you choose to do it all on your own.
Tackle Furniture Assembly Last
If you bought new furniture, wait until you know where you want it before assembling it. You might wait until you have unpacked most of the items for that room. This gives you a better visual picture, saving you time and energy in the long run.
Unpacking After a Move: Plan Your Walls
Hanging pictures, artwork, and mirrors personalize your space. It also declutters the floor because frames and boxes take up a lot of space. Create a layout of where you want to hang photographs and artwork before installing nails. Having a plan will prevent the hassle of taking them down to rearrange.
Enjoy the New Home
Don’t let stress keep you from enjoying your new home. Take some time following your move to walk around your new neighborhood and see the sights. Just make sure you schedule some time every day to unpack so that you can fully enjoy your new home.
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