Room-by-Room Packing Checklist

May 27, 2025

Room-by-Room Packing Checklist

The easiest way to stay organised during your move.

Introduction

The fastest way to feel overwhelmed when moving? Trying to pack the entire house all at once. A room-by-room approach keeps things manageable, efficient, and way less stressful.

Use this checklist to stay on top of your packing — one room at a time.

Bedroom

Items to Pack:

• Off-season clothes
  
• Shoes
  
• Bedside books
  
• Linen and pillows
  
• Jewellery, accessories
  
• Décor and frames
  

Tips:

• Use medium boxes for folded clothing and linen
  
• Pack shoes in pairs to avoid scuffs
  
• Carry valuables (jewellery, personal items) with you
  

Recommended Box:

• Medium 58L Moving Box

Kitchen

Items to Pack:

• Crockery, glassware
  
• Pots, pans, utensils
  
• Pantry items
  
• Appliances (toaster, kettle)
  

Tips:

• Wrap all fragile items in paper or bubble wrap
  
• Line boxes with padding
  
• Use small boxes for heavy items like jars and plates
  
• Tape lids shut on pantry containers
  

Recommended Boxes:

• Small 40L Moving Box
  
• Medium 58L Moving Box

Further Reading:

• How to pack glassware and kitchen items

Living Room

Items to Pack:

• Books
  
• Decorative pieces
  
• Lamps
  
• Artwork and mirrors
  
• Electronics
  

Tips:

• Wrap cords and label them
  
• Use flat picture boxes for framed art
  
• Pack books in small boxes to manage weight
  

Recommended Boxes:

• Picture Packing Box (& Mirrors) – Single
• Large Tea Chest 93L Box
  

Further Reading:

• How to pack artwork and mirrors
  
• How to pack furniture and bulky items
  

Bathroom

Items to Pack:

• Towels
  
• Toiletries
  
• First-aid
  
• Hairdryers, grooming items
  

Tips:

• Place liquids in sealable bags
  
• Use one “open first” box for daily items
  

Suggested Add-On: Include a toiletry kit in your First-night essentials box

Office

Items to Pack:

• Paperwork
  
• Cables and chargers
  
• Electronics (monitors, keyboards)
  
• Stationery
  
• Books or manuals
  

Tips:

• Use archive boxes for files
  
• Label tech gear
  
• Keep critical documents in a clearly marked folder or carry them yourself
  

Recommended Product: Extra Small Office Pack

Garage or Storage

Items to Pack:

• Tools
  
• Paint tins
• Cleaning supplies
  
• Sports equipment
  
• Outdoor gear
  

Tips:

• Drain fuel from equipment
  
• Wrap sharp items carefully
  
• Dispose of chemicals that can't be transported

Final Tip

Tackle one room per day or per packing session — and label every box as you go. The earlier you start, the less overwhelming it feels.

Want to make sure you’re not missing anything critical?
Check out these guides next:

• Packing mistakes to avoid on moving day
  
• How to pack moving boxes like a professional
  
• What to pack first — and what to leave until the last minute
  
  

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