Tips and tricks for moving homes
You’ve found your new home. Now start imagining all the possibilities! Check out our top tips for a stress-free move.
New beginnings
Moving home is a big deal. Keep things simple and straightforward with a mix of cardboard and plastic moving boxes and the ever-versatile blue IKEA FRAKTA bags.
Moving tips and tricks
Moving can be super stressful – even when it’s only a short distance away. But we’re here to help. Check out our top tips for a stress-free move.
1. Declutter and donate
When packing, only keep the things that add value to your life, and donate or upcycle the rest. Don't need that pre-loved IKEA furniture any more? We'll buy it back!
2. Start packing now
Whether you follow a strict sort by category method or you prefer packing room by room, start packing sooner rather than later.
3. Pack to unpack, load to unload
A quick think about logistics could save you hours, if not days, once you arrive at the other side. Pack and load based on how you want to unpack.
At IKEA we love to share our expertise when it comes to life at home. Anything from optimising small spaces to sustainable storage solutions – we are here for the many people.”
Lina Aldén, Interior Designer at IKEA
4. Make it feel like home
Little things like temporary lighting, bathroom essentials or a mobile wardrobe can help you settle in quicker. Cook a favourite meal or take out your favourite blanket and pillows to instantly feel at home.
5. Everything has its place
To make settling in easier, figure out where to place your big furniture first. You might need to move them around a few times before you find the perfect spot. Try to think about your routines and patterns to figure out your ‘flow.’
6. New home, new you
Maybe you’ve been wanting to lead a more sustainable life. Or perhaps you strive to be more organised. Whatever you want to improve, there’s no better time than when you are moving homes.
7. Reuse, recycle and get creative
You don’t have to throw away all your moving supplies. If you can’t recycle something, get creative and repurpose it. You’ll be surprised how many lives a plastic container can have.
