Packing your entire home into boxes can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re moving out of a studio condo or a four-bedroom house, the key to success is having a plan and starting early.
Here’s a room-by-room guide (plus expert tips) to help you pack smarter, not harder.
Step 1: Prep Before You Pack
Supplies Checklist:
- Moving boxes (various sizes)
- Packing tape & dispenser
- Bubble wrap or packing paper
- Labels and permanent markers
- Zip-top bags (for small parts)
- Stretch wrap or mattress bags (for furniture)
- Heavy-duty trash bags (for soft items)
Start With:
- Decluttering — donate, toss, or sell items you don’t want to move
- Booking movers or a moving truck
- Creating a packing timeline (room-by-room, day-by-day)
Step 2: Pack Room by Room
Living Room
- Disassemble furniture if possible (label hardware in bags)
- Wrap electronics in towels or bubble wrap
- Label cords and remotes
- Use blankets or pads for TVs, art, and mirrors
Kitchen
- Pack dishes vertically with padding between
- Bundle utensils and silverware
- Use original boxes for appliances if available
- Mark boxes FRAGILE clearly
Bedrooms
- Pack off-season clothes first
- Leave clothes in drawers (if movers approve)
- Use wardrobe boxes for hanging clothes
- Disassemble beds last
Bathroom
- Toss old products and empty bottles
- Wrap liquids in plastic or seal in bags
- Keep a “first night” bag with essentials
Kids’ Rooms
- Let kids help pick what stays out vs. gets packed
- Pack toys and books tightly to avoid shifting
- Label by child’s name if needed
Garage/Utility Areas
- Drain gas from tools (lawnmower, etc.)
- Bundle long items (brooms, rakes)
- Use small boxes for heavy tools
Step 3: Smart Tips for an Easier Move
- Label Everything: Include room + short list of contents
- Pack by Weight: Heavier items in small boxes, lighter items in large boxes
- Color Code: Use colored tape or stickers by room for quick ID
- Take Photos: For electronics setup and furniture assembly
- First Night Box: Bedding, towels, paper towels, toilet paper, chargers, etc.
What Not to Pack in Moving Trucks
- Important documents (keep with you)
- Valuables and jewelry
- Hazardous materials (paint, propane, cleaners)
- Perishables or frozen food
Want a Completely Stress-Free Move?
If the thought of packing, lifting, and organizing everything makes your head spin, you don’t have to do it alone.
Sunshine Movers Inc. offers White Glove Full-Service Moves that handle every detail for you:
- Professional packing and unpacking
- Furniture disassembly and reassembly
- Transportation and placement in your new home
- Specialty item handling (TVs, antiques, large art)
- All materials and supplies included
You don’t lift a finger—we do it all, with care and precision.
Let’s Make Moving Easy
Whether you need a few extra hands or full-service help from start to finish, Sunshine Movers Inc. is here to make your next move the smoothest one yet.
Call now to book your white glove move (727) 934-2020
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