So, you’ve taken the plunge and decided to move-in together – great! Once you’ve got the ball rolling and secured a place to live, the next step is to move all your belongings into your new house or apartment. However, sometimes that can be easier said than done. If you’re moving with a lot of stuff and you’re worried it will take up too much room, we’ve got some top tips on how to make space for your partner. After all, you want your joint space to be as harmonious and clutter-free as possible to ensure your relationship milestone gets off to the best start.
1. Offload unwanted items
Perhaps an obvious solution, you could always sift through your items and offload those unwanted clothes, books and equipment to a new home. Whether you want to donate them to a charity shop or make a little extra money on an app or buying and selling platform, there are many ways to give your unwanted items to someone who can make good use of them.
2. Use self-storage
But what if you don’t want to get rid of everything or don’t have time? No worries! If you don’t want to get rid of something because it has sentimental value, or you think it might be useful in the future, self storage may be the perfect place to store these items. You can securely lock away your items at a local storage facility and with 24 hour access, it’s almost like having an extra room away from home.
If you’re living in Cambridgeshire, 1st Access offers both long and short-term personal storage in Peterborough to help you when you’re moving in with your partner and need that little extra space.
3. Rearrange your items
Sometimes it’s not about removing stuff at all, but just finding a different way to arrange your belongings. Try it and see if you could comfortably add a few more of your items into your new abode.
4. Invest in clever storage
There are some fantastic storage hacks available in the modern age which can help you manage and maximise your storage spaces in your home, even the really small ones! From stackable boxes, to storage compartments under your bed, to creative shelving that can house all your books, houseplants, picture frames and ornaments, there are an abundance of storage options to help you use your space more effectively and ensure that all your belongings have a home.
5. Reduce duplicate items
If you’re moving in with your partner and taking all your stuff with you, it’s only natural that there will be duplicate items. You can spend some time together to identify which items you don’t mind having more than one of, and which ones are unnecessary. For instance, if you both have a flat-screen TV, you may decide that one is enough and get rid of the other one.
So in short, the best ways to make room for your partner when you’re moving in together includes removing unwanted or duplicate items, rearranging your items, or investing in storage. We hope you found these suggestions and tips helpful, and remember if you need extra room but don’t have the heart to get rid of some of your items, self-storage can be a great option.
To find out more about our Storage Peterborough facility, head over to our website or contact one of our friendly advisors.
