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19 Genius Ideas for Packing Your Home’s Most Difficult Items

by | Jun 10, 2017 | Features

Packing can be hard because there’s more to it than just throwing things in random boxes. How do you do it effectively? There are great tips here that will keep you from making a muddle of things. This can make storing, organizing or a move to another place less of a hassle.

Key Takeaways:

  • When it comes to packing for a move, certain items are far more challenging to organize and load up than others.
  • Instead of loading cardboard boxes with 50 pounds of deadweight, store your exercise weights in sturdy backpacks so they’re easier to carry.
  • Covering your shoes with shower caps prevents dirt from spreading. Stack your kicks on top of one another in a duffel bag or suitcase for easy loading and unloading

“To ensure your stuff isn’t covered in fruity-scented goo once you arrive, employ this method: unscrew the lids of your shampoos, lotions, and face cleansers, cover the openings with plastic wrap, then screw the lids back on. Your bottles are leak-proof.”

https://www.sparefoot.com/self-storage/blog/18298-19-genius-ideas-for-packing-your-homes-most-difficult-items/

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