Packing your clothes is an essential part of moving home.
There’s no denying that there’s a lot to think about when you’re moving house. It can be difficult to know how to pack your belongings, let alone your clothes ahead of the move.
That said, ensuring that your clothes are both packed and organised properly is an important part of moving house.
Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to packing. However, if you’re looking for inspiration, there are numerous methods that you can use to move clothes.
To move clothes when moving house, try using:
- Wardrobe boxes
- Cardboard boxes
- Suitcases
- Black bags
- Garment bags
1. Wardrobe Boxes
Wardrobe boxes are by far the most convenient way to move your clothes when it comes to moving house.
These are cardboard boxes that have a built-in rail that you can hang your clothes on with ease and are an excellent alternative to standard cardboard boxes.
Wardrobe boxes protect your clothes from creases and other dirt and debris, whilst also minimising how much time you spend packing and unpacking by allowing you to hang your clothes up.
As your clothes are already hung up, it’s no effort at all to unpack them into your wardrobe when your clothes arrive at your new house.
Wardrobe boxes are also an excellent storage solution, whether you’re storing your clothes on a long term or short term basis. This comes down to the fact that they allow you to hang your clothes on the rail inside the box, meaning your clothes are uniform and organised.
Hanging your clean, dry clothes in this way before you place them in storage is the best way of preventing them becoming creased or mouldy.
There are various methods you can use to pack your clothes.
2. Cardboard Boxes
Another option is to pack your clothes in standard cardboard boxes. Cardboard boxes are readily available, and it’s likely that you already have some lying around the garage that you’ll be able to use.
It’s important that you line the cardboard boxes with packing paper before you pack your clothes. This will help to protect your clothes when you begin packing your clothes, especially if you’re using cardboard boxes that you already own.
Folding your clothes up small in cardboard boxes will help to minimise how much space they take up, allowing you to fit more clothes in the box.
While a professional removal company such as Falconer Removals will use meticulous moving techniques, you won’t want to overstuff cardboard boxes with clothes, as this can put them at a higher risk of damage or tears.
3. Suitcases
Another convenient method of moving clothes when you’re moving house is to use suitcases. If you’ve ever travelled, then it’s likely you’ve got a few suitcases to hand. If not, someone in your family definitely will that you can borrow.
The great thing about using suitcases to pack your bags is that you’re utilising bags that you already have, meaning it’s a cost effective way of packing your clothes.
Packing your clothes in a suitcase is no different than packing for a trip, only this time the destination will be your new home. Fold or roll your clothes neatly to prevent creases.
You will want to line your suitcases with packing paper and make sure that you pack heavier items on the bottom of your suitcase. Both of these precautions will help to protect your clothes during the move.
Packing your clothes properly will help to prevent any damage from occurring in the move.
4. Black Bags
One of the cheapest methods to pack clothes is to use black bags, although there are some considerations to bear in mind.
Many people choose to pack their clothes in black bags, as they offer a quick solution if you have lots of clothes to pack and no other means of packing them.
Be mindful when you’re using black bags that you should opt for the extra thick black bags. If you don’t, then there is a risk of them tearing.
In addition to this, it’s difficult to pack your clothes neatly when you’re using black bags. As a result, you need to be mindful that organising your clothes might take a little longer when you get to your new house.
5. Garment Bags
Last but by no means least, you can use garment bags to pack your clothes. Garment bags tend to be used for pricier items of clothing that you want to protect, such as expensive suits or dresses.
These items are best packed with you in your car when you go, to give you peace of mind that you know exactly where they are during the move.
That said, if you have lots of garment bags to hand, you might also want them to pack other pricier items of clothing that you have and want to keep separate from your everyday wardrobe items.
How Can We Help
Hopefully this article has given you some inspiration on how to move clothes when moving house.
At Falconers we use meticulous moving techniques, passed down and perfected through generations for over 132 years, to ensure your goods are moved with expert precision and kept in perfect condition.
To learn more about our removals services or purpose-built storage facilities, contact Nathan, or send us an email at info@falconerremovals.co.uk.
For more expert advice on how to pack, move and store your belongings — or other FAQs on how removals work — check out our blog page.
Written by Jemima Thomas for Falconer Removals & Storage.
Tags: Moving House