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Keeping Clothes Safe During a House Removal
22 January 2015
Keeping Clothes Safe During a House Removal
During a house relocation, you will have to move a large amount of goods. The process is essentially transferring your belongings from one address to another, so you should focus on the safely of your belongings. The diversity of items you transfer though can make this difficult. You will have to look into different methods and items that will be necessary so that each item can be used. You will pay attention to many items such as electronics, ornaments and other fragile goods, but one thing you cannot afford to ignore is your clothes. You will likely have many different clothes, in various types and sizes. Each is essential for your life and will have different uses. There are practical clothes for strong weather, relaxing clothes you wear at home, professional clothing for work, stylish garments for parties and going out and much more. You will need all of these for your life and so everything has be handled for your move however, the process can be rough on your clothes and they can easily be damaged during transit. In order to manage things successfully, keep reading for useful tips. The first step to make to keep your clothes safe, dry and clean during a move is having the suitable material to enfold them. Bubble wrap is the most appropriate for this as it is flexible enough to wrap around your clothes and it will protect it from damage, dirt, dust, liquids, and more. This can be bought easily and in large quantities so you will have enough for all of your attire. You should have enough so that clothes can be wrapped up fully, so don’t try to stretch the material over too many items of clothing, as it may not completely cover it. You can use adhesive tape to seal the bubble wrap so that it won’t fall off, though be careful you stick none of the tape on your clothes. Specially designed clothing bags can also be purchased and will serve a similar purpose. When all your clothes are safely wrapped, you can start considering what boxes to use. There is a wide range of containers available that you can obtain, each with different uses and advantages. You can use the typical plastic and cardboard boxes for your clothes are you would any other item for your home removal. These can be obtained easily and will serve you well. It is important that you organise your clothes carefully into these boxes so that they are not folded, so they won’t crease. Stack things neatly and don’t overfill any container as this can lead to damage to the goods and cause accidents when carrying them. Wardrobe boxes are useful as they are specifically designed for sorting and transporting clothes. Such items can be found online and resemble small wardrobes. You can hang the clothes inside and they will be protected from damage, damp, dirt and creases. Buying these will be more expensive than using standard boxes but they will guarantee the safety of your clothes during your relocation. Coat hangers are an essential tool for transporting your clothes. You can use them to hang up your garments in your clothes boxes or just to help clothes keep their shape. You can buy these cheaply and in bulk, though it is likely you will already have many that you can use. Investing in additional hangers can be a simple way of keeping your clothes secure when moving home. Clothes are a crucial part of life and your move, so follow these steps to ensure they remain safe during your home move.


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