You have arrived at your new place! You must be feeling very relieved! Moving is hard work and it starts with planning your move. Most likely you have already embarked on a long journey and are finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. And yet… There is still more to do.
Once you have arrived in your new home, you just want to feel at home. We can’t blame you. But you are surrounded by cardboard boxes and feel overwhelmed. (We can’t blame you for that either. Luckily, there’s a strategy for unpacking after a move.
With a little advance planning, you can quickly unpack and settle into your new abode so you can relax in your new abode about it. Between emptying your old house into the moving truck, tying up loose ends, unloading the truck at your new home, and all the details in between, it makes for a busy (and exhausting) day.
Hopefully, you labeled all of your boxes as you packed them. Clearly labeling your boxes will help ensure they get to the right place in your new home. Unpacking the right boxes in the right place will make the whole process that much easier. Cleaning The previous landlord or tenant may have cleaned the apartment prior to your arrival, but technically the most they should do is remove visible dirt.
Before you unpack the boxes, take a moment to clean up a bit. Grab your cleaning essentials: brooms, all-purpose cleaners, rags, and paper towels. Quickly clean the floors and surfaces in each room before you begin. in your unpack project. You’ll feel a lot more comfortable knowing it’s free of any signs of previous tenants. Unpack the essentials
Have you packed a box of essentials? Hopefully, you’ve followed one of our favorite tips and packed a box (or two or three) of your essentials. This includes sheets, pillows, bath towels, toiletries, medication, pajamas, and a change of clothes and underwear. For some of us, the coffee maker and cups are essential items too! By unpacking your essentials first, you’ll be ready for a shower and a good night’s sleep when the time comes.
It also saves you from frantically rummaging through boxes looking for the things you need. Prioritize Your Spaces A middle-aged couple unpacks kitchen boxes If the idea of unpacking an entire house is overwhelming, remember that you don’t do everything at once. Start with the most important rooms first and work your way up from there.
Moreover (and depending on how you’ve labeled your boxes), start with the most important items in the most important rooms.
In general, we recommend starting with the rooms. Begin by making your bed and move on to the other areas of the room. Fill your drawers and closet so you can easily go about your daily life (e.g. getting dressed for work). or the gym) without opening the boxes. Next, go to the kitchen, living room, and home office if you have one. Once you’ve tackled all the main rooms, you can move on to the others, e.g. B. the dining room. room, any other room, and a storage room.
Clear as you walk When you unpack, remember one thing: make sure you don’t get confused as you walk. Of course, you will need to empty the boxes and find a place. But stay organized and tidy as quickly as possible. You empty your boxes. You’ll thank yourself later, trust us.
You can empty your chests a little more slowly, but it’s best to take your time and empty your stuff where it belongs while you’re at it.