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Posted on entry Moving house. ::: June 24, 2004, 12:09 PM:
Moving tips based on multiple moves:

1. Boxes - get stackable boxes. Boxes that don't close at the top are worthless, inability to stack boxes causes sprawl, clogging arteries and the ability to *move*

2. Boxes - get more than you know you need.

3. Hand-Truck - Get one or two hand-trucks so you can stack 2-4 boxes on it and move it.
Your back will thank you the next day.

4. Have *Everything* boxed before getting the Uhaul.
- pack a suitcase/tote bag like you're going on a weekend trip. Put that aside and live out of that during the 1-2 day packing marathon. Eat at restuarants so you can pack the kitchen. Pack *Everything*

5. Packing a room at a time, with color coded stickers, can be useful in speeding up unpacking.

6. Save an out of the way area in a bedroom for example for odd shapes and fragile items:
- oversize pictures, mirrors, lamps, plants
Transport those separatly by car if feasible.


In my experience I'm glad to help people *move*. I detest trying to help people move when it turns out they need to pack...

And no, I'm not offering to help you move. I live on the west coast. :-)

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