Your checklist for a kitchen move
Your next plan starts with a little preparation. Keep a kitchen move simple with a practical checklist, useful buying criteria and room to make it your own.
Three pieces to plan around.
Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 6 Rolls
Make this part of a kit that is easy to set up, use and put away.
Check price on AmazonBrother P-touch PT-D210 Label Maker Bundle
Create legible room and contents labels with this P-touch label maker bundle. Includes the printer and four label tapes.
Check price on AmazonSharpie Fine-Tip Permanent Markers
Make this part of a kit that is easy to set up, use and put away.
Check price on AmazonThe checklist.
- 01Packing tape
Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 6 Rolls
Make this part of a kit that is easy to set up, use and put away.
What to consider before buying
LOOK FORCheck dimensions, materials, compatibility and care instructions before choosing.
THE TRADE-OFFA larger or more feature-heavy version may take up more space than you need.
- 02Moving labels
Brother P-touch PT-D210 Label Maker Bundle
Create legible room and contents labels with this P-touch label maker bundle. Includes the printer and four label tapes.
What to consider before buying
LOOK FORCheck adhesion, legibility and whether labels can be removed cleanly.
THE TRADE-OFFStrong adhesives may leave residue on some surfaces.
- 03Permanent markers
Sharpie Fine-Tip Permanent Markers
Make this part of a kit that is easy to set up, use and put away.
What to consider before buying
LOOK FORCheck dimensions, materials, compatibility and care instructions before choosing.
THE TRADE-OFFA larger or more feature-heavy version may take up more space than you need.
- 04Packing paper
Bryco Goods Newsprint Packing Paper
Make this part of a kit that is easy to set up, use and put away.
What to consider before buying
LOOK FORCheck dimensions, materials, compatibility and care instructions before choosing.
THE TRADE-OFFA larger or more feature-heavy version may take up more space than you need.
- 05Storage totes
IRIS USA Clear Storage Bins, 5 Quart
Make this part of a kit that is easy to set up, use and put away.
What to consider before buying
LOOK FORCheck dimensions, materials, compatibility and care instructions before choosing.
THE TRADE-OFFA larger or more feature-heavy version may take up more space than you need.
- 06Furniture pads
X-Protector Felt Furniture Pads
Adhesive felt pads for furniture feet on hard floors. These are surface-protection pads, not padded moving blankets.
What to consider before buying
LOOK FORCheck dimensions, materials, compatibility and care instructions before choosing.
THE TRADE-OFFA larger or more feature-heavy version may take up more space than you need.
- 07Document folder
Pendaflex Letter-Size File Folders
Make this part of a kit that is easy to set up, use and put away.
What to consider before buying
LOOK FORCheck dimensions, materials, compatibility and care instructions before choosing.
THE TRADE-OFFA larger or more feature-heavy version may take up more space than you need.
- 08Measuring tape
Mr. Pen Retractable Tape Measure, 25 ft
Check a space before you choose equipment or arrange storage.
What to consider before buying
LOOK FORLook for readable markings in the units you use and a length suited to the project.
THE TRADE-OFFA bulky housing can be less convenient for a small everyday kit.
- 09Small tool organizer
Citylife Craft Storage Box with Tray
A clear craft storage box with a removable tray for arranging small tools and parts. Check tool dimensions and the box’s load limits.
What to consider before buying
LOOK FORMeasure the space, count compartments and check how it opens.
THE TRADE-OFFToo many compartments can add bulk without adding useful space.
- 10Reusable tote bags
BAGAIL Clear Zip-Top Tote Bag
Keep your supplies together and make setup and packing away simpler.
What to consider before buying
LOOK FORCheck capacity, loaded weight, carry comfort and the size of the opening.
THE TRADE-OFFExtra pockets and padding can increase weight and reduce usable space.
A little detail. A better fit.
| Essential | What to look for | Consider before buying |
|---|---|---|
| Packing tapeScotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 6 Rolls | Check dimensions, materials, compatibility and care instructions before choosing. | A larger or more feature-heavy version may take up more space than you need.Check price → |
| Moving labelsBrother P-touch PT-D210 Label Maker Bundle | Check adhesion, legibility and whether labels can be removed cleanly. | Strong adhesives may leave residue on some surfaces.Check price → |
| Permanent markersSharpie Fine-Tip Permanent Markers | Check dimensions, materials, compatibility and care instructions before choosing. | A larger or more feature-heavy version may take up more space than you need.Check price → |
| Packing paperBryco Goods Newsprint Packing Paper | Check dimensions, materials, compatibility and care instructions before choosing. | A larger or more feature-heavy version may take up more space than you need.Check price → |
| Storage totesIRIS USA Clear Storage Bins, 5 Quart | Check dimensions, materials, compatibility and care instructions before choosing. | A larger or more feature-heavy version may take up more space than you need.Check price → |
| Furniture padsX-Protector Felt Furniture Pads | Check dimensions, materials, compatibility and care instructions before choosing. | A larger or more feature-heavy version may take up more space than you need.Check price → |
| Document folderPendaflex Letter-Size File Folders | Check dimensions, materials, compatibility and care instructions before choosing. | A larger or more feature-heavy version may take up more space than you need.Check price → |
| Measuring tapeMr. Pen Retractable Tape Measure, 25 ft | Look for readable markings in the units you use and a length suited to the project. | A bulky housing can be less convenient for a small everyday kit.Check price → |
| Small tool organizerCitylife Craft Storage Box with Tray | Measure the space, count compartments and check how it opens. | Too many compartments can add bulk without adding useful space.Check price → |
| Reusable tote bagsBAGAIL Clear Zip-Top Tote Bag | Check capacity, loaded weight, carry comfort and the size of the opening. | Extra pockets and padding can increase weight and reduce usable space.Check price → |
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