Is there anyone out there that really likes moving? I hate moving, quite frankly. It’s just so time-consuming and the packing and unpacking take so long. There’s just nothing fun about it. But it doesn’t have to be the worst experience! I’ve asked a few people and picked a few of my favorite items I’ve used in the past to make moving far easier and a little more organized.
There are a few items on this list that are best for using before you get all moved in, like this rug stopper, a few products that are good for packing up, like these wrapping blankets, and a great option for using when you get out of the old house, like this paint pen for quick touch-ups. We’ve got you covered from start to finish here so you can make the moving experience a little more painless.
A Moving Essential: Packing Paper
In the midst of moving it’s easy to forget about the smaller things you need. Definitely don’t forget the packing paper. Your most precious of items will definitely need an extra layer of protection come moving day, and this paper is here to lend a moving hand.
Easy Touch Ups
Touch-ups aren’t easy — you’ve got to open a paint can, get all those brushes dirty, wash them all out, and for what? Just a few, small touches? This tool makes your touch-ups simple; fill it with the right paint color, brush it right where you need to, and wash it out. All in a flash!
Shed Some Light
If you’re moving, it’s always a good idea to have a little extra light for those darker spaces; whether in your new space as a new fixture or your old space as you’re cleaning out the darker areas. These puck lights can attach where you need them for some quality, quick light.
No More Trips
As you move from one space to the next, do yourself a favor and attach these edges to your carpets. The last thing you want in your new space is to trip over those same carpet edges as you did in your last space. These keep your edges right where they belong so your house is trip-free.
Avoid the Hair Monster
You all know what I’m talking about; that nasty hair creature that forms in your shower drain as your shed makes its way down the tub. This tool catches your hair and keeps it from making its way into your pipes so your next move doesn’t have to require a visit from the plumber.
Save Yourself From Slips
Slips are scary and can be dangerous! This tape is an easy down, easy up tool that will keep your steps safe so you can move your big items and furniture without worrying about slips. Safety is the name of the game when we move, you guys!
Leave the Door Open
If you’re moving, you’re going to want to keep your doors propped open. It’s way too challenging to have to open the door every time you walk in or out, often with something heavy in your hands. These doorstops keep the door safely out of the way so you can focus on the important stuff.
Light It Up
Add a little more light into your new space, y’all; you’ll thank me later. This light is the first thing that should go into your new space, that way you can get a clear visual while you’re unloading, unpacking, and moving in. It’ll cut down on mess-ups and injuries.
Add Some Space
I learned this trick in my college dorm room — raising your bed gives you space! If you want a little more space in your new bedroom, add these risers to the legs and enjoy! Now you can use all that space for easy and out-of-the-way storage.
Keep It In Place
Zip ties are the number one thing I suggest for anyone that’s about to start a move. They’re infinitely helpful and you never know just how helpful until you’re in a zip tie sort of situation. Just trust me and add this to your cart.
Baby Proof Everything
Maybe you’re moving because your family is expanding. If so; yay for you! But make sure that you get the babyproofing done before you get all moved in. These sliding door locks are a great first step; no runaway little ones in this house!
Don’t Scratch the Hardwood!
I cannot tell you how many times I heard that in my childhood. My grandmother loves her hardwood, and she was hyper-fixated on no one scratching it up. If you’re moving into a hardwood space, these furniture pads are going to be an absolute lifesaver and an anxiety-reducer.
Keep It Organized
If you’re moving into a place with less space, this drawer is an awesome option for you! It’s always a good idea to add a little more storage as you’re moving instead of trying to do that after everything is already set up and unpacked.
Set the Mood
Consider making your new space even smarter than the last. This light bulb is an awesome option for creating a super personalized space. You can adjust the color to fit your mood and your style. Just another way to bring in some personalization to the new space.
Keep It Clean
If no one’s ever told you; you should always clean your new space before you move in! You don’t know if it was thoroughly cleaned beforehand, so just go ahead and do it yourself. These reusable towels are a great way to wipe everything down and get it sparkly clean.
Cleanse Your Space
It’s always important to cleanse your space before you set yourself up in a new home. This candle is pure sage so you can bring a little calming, cleansing into your space before you get settled in. And the back even has a space for you to write your intention for your new home.
Stow It All Away
It’s always a good idea to add a little more storage to your space, and the best time to do that is before you move in. These storage bins are individually divided so you can fit all your favorite kicks in there and slide them away when you’re not using them.
Bring Your Groceries Over
No one thinks about the fridge until the last minute, and the last minute is too late. Be ahead of the curve and go ahead and get yourself these awesome, sturdy reusable bags so you can get your fridge items from the old house and into the new one.
Get Those Hard-to-Reach Places
It’s not an easy feat to get those higher spaces in your home, but this extendable duster makes it a snap. You can get those fan blades, those high shelves, or even those super high cobwebs in the corners of your house that you always call “Halloween decorations”
Light Up the Night
Something you should always have during a move is a hardcore flashlight like this one. You never know when you’ll need to check the crawl spaces or attics in your old place, or your new place, before your move is over — you don’t want to leave anything behind or meet with any critter surprises.
Give Yourself More Storage Space
Make your new space a little tidier and cleaner so you can start out… On the right foot, if you will. This shoe storage is an awesome way to keep everything tucked away so you can have more space to move around and situate things.
Clean Up As You Go
It’s important to clean up as you leave a place, and even more important to leave before you get moved into the new one. These mop heads are an awesome option for reusable cleaning that really gets deep into the built-up grit and grime.
Handle with Care
Keep your flatware safe and sound with these thick, foam-like packing slips. The cushioning assures that you won’t have to worry about clattering dishes while you’re getting to and from. And everything will stay clean dust-free, too! The ultimate packing list must-have for all lists.
Keep Everything Safe
This cool packing paper creation keeps everything safe. Or mostly everything, anyways. It can stretch and shrink to fit whatever you’re trying to safely pack so you can rest assured that your items make it safely from your old home to your brand new one.
Stow It
You don’t have to try and make everything fit into those giant packing containers you purchased. And soft things really should have their own place. These zip-up bags make it far easier, and more space-efficient, for you to bring your clothes, blankets, and towels to and fro.
Wrap It Up
Bubble wrap is a no-brainer when you think about moving, but not everyone realizes how important it is to plan to have it before the move starts. Save yourself several store trips and lots of heartbreak by buying plenty of wrap before you get your move underway.
Transport It Wrinkle-Free
If you’ve got lots of nicer clothes, you don’t want to just toss them into your car and risk them getting wrinkled or damaged in transit. These hanging clothes bags keep everything clean, wrinkle-free, and safe from any potential damage that could happen during an under-prepared move.
Keep Your Important Info Secure
A move can often mean you’re in and out of several spaces and places quite often and that could leave lots of your important documents a little too vulnerable. This small safe allows you to safely and securely bring your documents with you on the move.
Keep Your Glasses Secure
I don’t know about you, but my least favorite part of a move is transporting my fragile glasses. I always worry that they’re going to clank together or get dropped and shatter. This awesome packing kit gives you all you need to get your glasses to and from in one piece.
Keep It Secure
You can never have too much bubble wrap, y’all. It’s important that you keep everything safe and secure during your move — the last thing you want to do is get to your new home and realize everything is broken or damaged just because you didn’t pack well enough.
Keep It Straight
Getting everything packed up is great, but what’s not great is getting everything into your new home and realizing; you can’t remember what room it’s all meant to go in. These labels keep everything straight so you can take all the guesswork out of the unpacking.
Wrap It Up Tight
There are a lot of moving parts during a move, literally, but you don’t want those moving parts to rattle around in boxes, presenting a breaking hazard, or disappear entirely. This wrap keeps all the pieces together so you can find your items, and reassemble them, with ease.
Make Mattress Moving a Snap
Mattresses aren’t easy to transport, and that’s an understatement. They’re floppy, heavy, and awkward to handle. But zip your mattress up into this bad boy and the entire move becomes miles easier. Just as heavy though, unfortunately. There’s nothing to be done about the weight.
Cover Up
Sofas aren’t cheap! And you might make fun of your grandma for covering everything with plastic wrap, but she knows what she’s going; plastic wrap is what keeps your investments safe and sound and free from cuts, scrapes, and tears that might occur during a move.
Bubble Bubble Bubble Bags
These bags are an awesome option for storing those smaller items you want to keep safe and sound. You can store those breakables safely in these bubble wrap pouches so nothing gets destroyed or broken while you’re getting from your old place into your new one.
When All Else Fails, Use Paper
Sometimes, paper is better. While I love bubble wrap, paper is burnable, so you can always save your packing paper to burn in your winter fires. This paper is a great way to keep your breakables safely tucked away with little effort and no bubble wrap involved.
Make More Space
These mug stackers are a real game changer. Not only can you make the most of your space in your new home, but they also make the packing and moving process much easier. Stack and store your coffee mugs safely for a little extra wiggle room.
Snug As a Bug in a Rug
Packing blankets are awesome moving tools! You can throw these bad boys over mirrors and other glass to keep them from breaking, wrap them around edges to keep them from scraping, and cover your breakables with them to avoid damage. What can’t these guys do?