You’re moving into a new apartment! That’s exciting! This is the first day of the rest of your life or at least the first day in your new place. When we’re packing to move, or packing to move out for the first time, there are things that we tend to forget because they’ve been a part of our lives for so long. Even if you are moving into a furnished apartment with cookware and cutlery provided, some of these things will be missing. Either way, it’s always good to have some of the old standbys to hand. Here’s a quick room-by-room guide to serve as a reminder of the things you might not think of when you move into your new place.
Kitchen
The usual necessities of pots and pans, cutlery and dishes are the first things we pick up if we need to stock a new apartment. Sometimes a furnished place will come with these items already stocked. A couple of things that are frequently missing, even from a furnished apartment, include a strainer or colander and a corkscrew. You only notice they aren’t available when you go to pop open that celebratory bottle of wine or when you need to strain the pasta and realize there is nothing to strain it with.
Bathroom
It’s important to remember toilet paper when you are moving into a place for the first time. People are so accustomed to it always being available that they don’t think about picking up a pack before moving into a new place. Another helpful item that is not always supplied is a toothbrush holder, which is a great way to keep your brushes clean and away from the soap on the sink. Cheap Movers, a source for moving companies Houston, recommends all new apartment dwellers pack a box of essentials to get through the first few nights in the new place. This box is the perfect place to keep your essential toiletries together during the move.
Bedroom
Even in furnished accommodation, you’re going to need sheets and pillowcases. If you have a feather allergy and only down pillows have been provided, you might need to invest in some hypoallergenic pillows too. A bedside lamp is also useful for when you’re going to sleep at night and don’t want to get up to turn off the overhead light.
Living Room
The living room is usually fairly well provided for since we’re all aware that we need a sitting area. One great addition to your living room is blankets or throws for those chilly nights when it’s lovely to be wrapped up in a blanket and enjoy a hot beverage. You want your house to be warm and welcoming, both for your friends and yourself. Adding to the warmth of the room will help create a comforting ambiance and have you looking forward to going home.
Moving into a new apartment can be exciting and daunting. Forgetting things in the confusion of the move, even if you’ve hired local moving services, is easy. These are just a few tips for remembering some of the things we tend to take for granted where we were living before. Attention to detail can help turn your house into a home.