Tips and tricks for moving to your new home
You’ve found your new home. Now start imagining all the possibilities. Check out our top tips for a stress-free move. Plus, get a coupon to help you move in with style and on budget.
Big Move? Big Savings!
Get a coupon to save $25 on a purchase of $250 or more pre-tax, in-store when you sign up for our New Mover program. After creating an IKEA profile, including opting in to receive email communication, your coupon will be delivered to you via email.
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Moving Tips and Tricks
Moving can be super stressful—even when it’s only a short distance. But we’re here to help. Check out our top tips for a stress-free move.
1. Declutter and donate
There’s no point in moving things that you were going to get rid of anyhow. Keep only those things that add value to your life, and donate the rest. Donating doesn’t have to be complicated, try asking some friends if they need something.
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. You won’t need your Christmas lights or your spare bedding in your new house immediately, so fill up your boxes with these things first.
3. Pack to unpack, load to unload
The thirty minutes you spend on logistics before the move can save you hours, if not days, once you arrive on the other side. Make sure you organize, pack and load according to how you want to unpack.
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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 favorite meal or take out your coziest 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 house, new you
Maybe you’ve been wanting to lead a more sustainable life. Or perhaps you strive to be more organized. 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.
Big Move? Big Savings!
Get a coupon to save $25 on a purchase of $250 or more pre-tax, in-store when you sign up for our New Mover program. After creating an IKEA profile, including opting in to receive email communication, your coupon will be delivered to you via email.
*Coupon valid for 60 days from date issued. Valid in participating US stores only. Not valid online. Coupon applied before tax, shipping & handling. LIMIT: One coupon per person or household per calendar year. Not valid on previous purchase and cannot be combined with other coupons or offers. Not valid on IKEA Kitchen Appliance offer, Click & Collect, Delivery, Assembly, Kitchen Planning or other services. Not valid on IKEA Gift Cards or payment of your IKEA credit card. Not valid on food, in IKEA Restaurant, Bistro, or Swedish Food market. Coupon may only be used once regardless of format of coupon used (physical or digital) and must be used towards a single transaction. For single item transactions, the net purchase price after application of the coupon will be reflected on the sales receipt. For multiple item transactions, discount is applied proportionally across items purchased, as shown on receipt. If you return an item, only the net purchase price as shown on receipt will be refunded. No cash value and may not be redeemed for cash, except where prohibited, in which case cash value is 1/100¢. Void if altered, copied, transferred, resold, sold through online auction or prohibited. Some assembly may be required. Prices and availability of products are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions may apply. See store for details.