Packing Tips: Kitchen and Laundry Room
Moving your kitchen and laundry room requires careful planning and organization. These areas often contain fragile, heavy, or spillable items. From china and small appliances to pantry goods and detergents, attention to detail is crucial. Whether you’re planning a local move in Athens or an international relocation to Greece, follow our professional packing tips to ensure your belongings arrive safely.
Start Early with Low-Use Items
Begin with seasonal serveware, specialty pots, table linens, and less-used appliances. As moving day approaches, move on to everyday dishes and essentials. In the final week, switching to disposable plates and utensils keeps the kitchen functional while easing the last packing rush.
Kitchen Packing Best Practices
- Food items — consume or discard perishables, pack canned and boxed goods in small cartons, and seal open packages and wrap glass jars to avoid spills
- China & glassware — wrap each item individually in clean paper, use ample cushioning, and label boxes “FRAGILE – THIS SIDE UP”
- Flatware & bowls — bundle up to three similar pieces, place on edge, and fill voids with crushed paper, using dividers between layers when needed
- Pots & pans — pack in medium boxes, nesting items where possible and separating layers with padding
- Cups & mugs — wrap handles for protection, place upside down with handles aligned, and top off with crushed paper
- Silverware & sets — wrap individually to prevent tarnish, use a towel to protect silver chests, and list high-value pieces on a High-Value Inventory list
Laundry Room and Small Appliances
- Detergents & chemicals — most laundry and cleaning agents cannot be shipped; check the list of restricted items before packing any
- Small appliances — wrap cords carefully to prevent scratches and secure appliances in cushioned boxes
- Steam irons — drain any water before packing, wrap securely, and place at the base of a padded box
Delicate and Specialty Item
- Figurines & keepsakes — wrap in tissue, then soft paper, and pad with towels or blankets
- Mirrors, wall art & photos — wrap individually and stand on edge inside cartons, keeping paper away from oil paintings directly
- Cookbooks — pack books of similar size together, either flat or spine-down, wrapping special volumes individually
Why Choose Allied – The Careful Movers?
As one of the leading moving companies in Athens, Greece, and across Europe, Allied offers:
- Professional packing and moving services for every type of relocation
- Secure storage solutions for short- or long-term needs
- Specialized relocation support for expats living in Greece, retirees, and businesses
- Transparent costs and international moving support
Contact Allied today to request a quote and schedule personalized packing support — moving the kitchen and laundry room the right way, with safety, organization, and expertise.
For more guidance on packing large appliances specifically, see Moving Appliances. For other rooms, return to the Packing Guide hub or explore tips for the dining room.