Unpacking Tips - What to Unpack the First Day
Where and How to Start Unpacking
By Diane Schmidt


Okay, I'll admit it. I really, really dislike unpacking. It's probably because I'm usually excited by moving so unpacking just gets in the way of enjoying a new place, a new neighborhood and new city. So I tend to resent all those boxes and all that stuff. So, to make sure I don't feel overwhelmed by the enormity of the project ahead of me, I break down the steps into unpacking days.


Unpacking - Day 1
Place furniture first. If you can know ahead of time the layout of your new home, you can plan where to place furniture. If you don't have access to the layout, then try to assess the rooms when you first arrive so you can have the movers, or your helpers, place the furniture in the space where it will remain. That way, you don't have to rearrange larger pieces afterward.


Check to make sure the electricity has been switched on. If it has, place and plug in all major appliances, in particular the fridge and freezer so they'll be ready to use when you need them.


Set-up and assemble the beds. Locate the bedding and pillows. You're going to be tired by the time the day is over, so you'll want to make sure your bed is ready when you are.


Place boxes in the right rooms.When unloading, place all the boxes into the appropriate rooms. This will save you from frantically searching room by room for stuff.


Locate your essentials box. Unpack what you need to get you through the day and the next morning. Toilet paper, shower curtain, towels, coffee maker, etc... will all come in handy as the day progresses.


Have all the other members of your family locate their essential box, too. This should contain the most critical personal items such as toothbrush, pajamas, any medications, books, etc... These can be unpacked as needed.


Find what works best for you. For people that have moved more than once, you probably have your own method and process of unpacking. Personally, I start with the kitchen, work my way to the bathroom, then do the bedrooms. My office is also a priority since this is where I need to work. I set up my computer first, even before the coffee maker.



Some people, on the other hand, like to unpack a few boxes in one room, then move to the next room. It's up to you. The most important thing to remember is to unpack what you use and need first. If you don't cook a lot, then the bathroom might take priority; or you have to start a new job the next day, so finding and ironing that new white shirt should take precedence. Only you can decide.

Source:  http://moving.about.com/od/unpackingtips/a/unpack_day_one.htm

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