Written By Rory Arnold
Reviewed By Tom McLean
Moving all your things to a new home can feel like a major undertaking. One way to make the project more manageable is to break it down room by room. Here’s a rundown of pretty much everything you’ll want to cover in each room as you pack for a move.
Click here to download a PDF of our moving packing checklist.
Kitchen
- Glasses.
- Dishes.
- Silverware.
- Knives.
- Pans.
- Pots.
- Refrigerator.
- Range.
- Appliances.
Dining Room
- Table.
- Chairs.
- Rugs.
- Glasses.
- Art.
Living Room
- Couch or sectional.
- Chairs.
- Coffee tables.
- Entertainment center.
- Media.
Bedrooms
- Bed frame.
- Mattress.
- Pillows.
- Bedding.
- Dresser.
- Nightstand.
- Clothes.
- Jewelry.
Bathrooms
- Shampoo and conditioner.
- Soap and body wash.
- Face wash.
- Lotion.
- Toiletries.
- Medication.
- Hair dryer.
- Brushes and combs.
- Makeup.
- Clippers.
- Shower curtain.
- Cleaning supplies.
- Toilet brush.
- Bath mat.
Laundry Room
- Washing machine.
- Dryer.
- Iron.
- Ironing board.
- Detergent.
Home Office
- Desk.
- Chair.
- Computer.
- Office equipment and supplies.
- Filing cabinets.
- Art.
- Lamps.
- Documents.
Hobby Room
- Toys.
- Exercise equipment.
- Crafts supplies.
Garage
- Tools.
- Storage boxes.
- Bicycle.
Outdoors
- Tools.
- Patio furniture.
- Hoses.
- Sprinklers.
- Rakes.
- Shovels.
- Grills.
- Gardening supplies.
FAQ
Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about packing for a move.
