The Untold secret: How to pack books like a pro?
It can be difficult to be a handheld book hoarder. While transporting books is one of the most difficult aspects of every move, it is also one of the most rewarding. When you are stressed about moving into a new house, arranging bookshelves always calms me down and helps a new room feel more like home.
Cull the bookshelf at first.
One of the great things about moving is that it gives you the perfect excuse to get rid of any of the books that have been collecting dust on your shelves. Take a few runs through your bookshelves a month or two before your scheduled transfer and ask yourself if you still want to bring this book (among all the other books) to a new location. The response will almost always be a resounding no. Don't look at a book you've chosen to give away again; instead, take the bags to a used bookstore or Goodwill to sell or recycle them to get them out of your hair.
Start with little boxes first.
This may sound self-evident, but it's an error I make all the time. Although the tiny (16′′ x 12′′ x 12′′) box from Home Depot appears to be adequate, it becomes very bulky when loaded with hardcovers. Liquor store boxes, banana boxes, and old mailing boxes have all worked well. If you do use larger boxes, just fill them to around 75% capacity. Use the remaining space for clothing, office supplies, or other light items. To cover the books, line the tops of boxes with paper or bubble wrap.
3. Consider Packing options creatively.
Reusable grocery bags, storage baskets, and even brown paper bags work well for packing books if your move is quick. Be sure the bottom of whatever you're using is durable – books hurt when they land on your foot.
Pack Strategically.
When you're getting ready to pack your books, plan. Keep books that are shelved together in the same bins, so you don't have to search through boxes looking for books that belong together while you're unpacking. Also, spend some time logically labeling the boxes. Since that's how the shelves are set, it is recommended to usually write the genre and read/unread on the box.
This will save you time and aggravation in the long run. Take pictures of your shelves if you like how they're set up so you can remember where books go in general.
5. Start packing books as soon as possible.
Although it's easy to put off packing books until later, I've learned that it's easier to do so as soon as possible. Seeing the boxes hang around may be inconvenient, but packing them early keeps me encouraged to pack carefully, ensures that I have decent boxes to use, and allows me to cull a few extra titles as I fill boxes.
6. Pack the stuff carefully.
If your books are going to be stored before or after your pass, pack them spine down to keep them secure. You may also stack books upright or lay them down. In each package, it is recommended to use a combination of methods. Make sure none of the books are stacked at an angle or twisted unusually since they would be twisted when you remove them.
7. Have your emergency reading material on hand.
Don't bring one of your books with you! Make sure you leave a few books to read before and after your move, particularly if you won't have access to your entire library for an extended period.
Place these books in the same box as your other "emergency" products, such as contact numbers, medications, and mobile phone chargers. It would be a disaster to be without a decent book.
8. After your move is done, unpack all the books.
Nothing will make you feel more settled than putting books on the shelf, and having them in order helps to declutter the rest of the home. Tuck the boxes away and work with them in a fair period if you have a reserved area for books.
Q. How to pack books for moving?
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