Packing up the kitchen is a difficult task to undertake. The variety of odds and ends that this space contains can quickly become overwhelming. If you don’t know where to start, simplify the process by considering the following tips and securing the help of your local packing service professionals.

3 Tips for Packing Up a Kitchen

1. Dishes

Packing service experts recommend switching over to paper products a few days before the move. This allows you to pack dishes without worrying about what the family will use for meals. Layer bubble wrap along the base of the box and wrap each dish in packing paper. Place a sheet of bubble wrap in between before laying each dish in the box. Crumple up bits of paper and stuff them around the corners of the box to prevent movement during transport. Avoid using newspaper, as the ink can stain light-colored china. 

2. Cookware

Most mixing bowls and pots fit neatly inside of each other, eliminating the need for additional space. If items are fragile, wrap them completely in a layer or two of packing paper before stacking them together. Create a cushion along the base of the box with kitchen towels or bubble wrap and set the cookware inside. Make sure that the lid closes tightly without any openings. Swap over to a larger box if necessary to reduce the potential for damage.

3. Appliances

Appliances come in all shapes and sizes, making it difficult for homeowners to pack them up. Start by tracking down the original boxes and manuals, matching them to each product. Tape the manuals to the back of each appliance and remove components that are either loose or fragile. Place these in smaller boxes with clear labels and tape shut the doors of larger appliances. Wrap the legs in bubble wrap to avoid damaging the door frames when packing services come to haul everything away.

Make the transition as smooth as possible by working with Firefighters on the Move. This locally owned company was founded in 2007 by two firefighters who wanted to offer personalized moving services to residents of Omaha, NE. Today, they maintain a fleet of 26-foot trucks and boast a team of trained movers who provide some of the most efficient packing services in the industry. Learn more about what this company has to offer by visiting their website. Call (402) 850-0145 to request a free estimate.