Preparing your way to a stress-free move

Preparing for the unexpected can make the difference between a move that runs smoothly and a costly disaster. Follow our advice for a stress-free and joyful move.

Decide what to keep and what you no longer need

Moving provides an excellent opportunity to re-evaluate what we have, what we really need, and what we can let go of.

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What to recycle

Once you know what you want to get rid of, you need to figure out whether it can be recycled. Check with your nearest IKEA store if they offer recycling services.

What to keep

It can be hard to let go of some things, especially if they have sentimental value. Try to be objective from the outset and use organisation solutions for everything you are keeping.

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How to keep it

Once you've finished decluttering and you have everything that you want to keep, pack these items in an organised way.

Packing 101

It's essential to find the best storage containers for storing and moving your items prior to your move. This will help everything run more efficiently. You'll need to pack your things with care and attention so that nothing breaks, packing and labelling as you go so that you know what's in your boxes and bags without needing to open them.

Reusable bags

These are ideal for moving clothes and smaller accessories from your old house to the new one. Since they're reusable, you can make as many trips as you want without throwing them away, which protects the environment and reduces waste.

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A blue FRAKTA carrier bag, large in the bedroom

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Moving boxes

These cardboard boxes will help you to store and move your belongings and are essential items for any move! They are stackable, durable and can be labelled with the items they contain. They are easy to lift, transport and fold up and store for the next move.

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A brown DUNDERGUBBE moving box in the living room

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Storage boxes

These boxes can be really useful when it comes to moving small accessories, documents, clothing and all kinds of belongings. If you make the most of the space you'll see how, as if by magic, you can even fit in items you thought impossible.

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A pine RAST chest of 3 drawers in the bedroom

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Assemble and disassemble with ease

If you're a DIY fan, you'll love these tools for assembling and disassembling the furniture you need to take to your new home. They'll also help you with hanging your pictures, shelving units and curtain rods, as well as with many other household jobs.

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Preparing your way to a stress-free move

Decide what to keep and what you no longer need

Packing 101

Reusable bags

Moving boxes

Storage boxes

Assemble and disassemble with ease

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