How to pack bedding for moving

Whether it’s your first move or your eighth, packing bedding can be a tricky and time-consuming task. But don’t worry – with a few simple tips, you can pack your bedding like a pro and ensure it arrives at your new home in great condition.

We’ll walk you through how to pack bedding for moving below: 

What are the proper packing materials for bedding?   

The good news is that linens such as comforters and duvets aren’t fragile items, so you won’t need a lot of padding materials! Before jumping into the actual packing process, create a checklist to make sure you have the following: 

• Sturdy and large boxes  

• Vacuum storage bags, large plastic bags, or trash bags  

• Packing paper to protect your bedding 

• Packing tape and marker for labelling boxes 

How to pack pillows for moving

1. Store: When packing pillows for moving, make sure your pillows are clean. Place them inside pillowcases or plastic bags to protect them from dirt and moisture. 

2. Vacuum seal: Pillows are usually bulky and tricky to pack, so it’s also a good idea to use vacuum storage bags to shrink them down. You’ll save a lot of space and need fewer boxes!  

3. Pack: Line your boxes with packing paper and stack the pillows inside. Add another layer of packing paper on top. Secure the moving boxes with packing tape and label them. 

4. Save space: 

   • If you have small pillows, you can fit these inside drawers during the move.

   • You can also set aside some pillows that can be used as padding to wrap fragile items in your home. This way, you’ll save space by using pillows as cushioning. If you’re going to do this, make sure to include “bed linen” when labelling your boxes. This will help you find your bedding faster when unpacking! 

How to pack blankets for moving 

Remember: washing blankets before packing them can help prevent mould and mildew growth during transit. By cleaning your blankets and sheets, you can also ensure they’re ready for use once you get to your new place. 

1. Fold the blankets: The best way to pack blankets for moving is by flattening and folding them to save as much space as possible. This is also applicable to bed sheets!

2. Line the box: Place clean packing paper at the bottom of a box before packing blankets and sheets inside. Make sure to place another sheet of paper on the sheets to protect them from dirt. 

3. Seal and label your boxes: You can colour code each type of bedding (e.g., blue for pillows, black for blankets) to make it even easier to identify the contents of your boxes. 

How to pack comforters for moving

• Option 1: Vacuum seal. Comforters, as we all know, can get bulky. After flattening and folding comforters, placing them in vacuum storage bags can save you lots of packing space. 

• Option 2: Store in plastic bags. If you don’t have vacuum bags, you can place your comforters in regular plastic or garbage bags to protect them against dust and moisture during the move. 

• Option 3: Roll the comforters. Instead of folding them, you can also roll the comforters the way you do sleeping bags.  

Compared to regular blankets, comforters will need large cardboard boxes. As usual, make sure to prepare boxes lined with packing paper. Seal, label, and set aside your boxes once all your comforters are safely packed.

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Hire a packing service if you have limited time 

Now that we’ve gone through the steps on how to pack bedding, it’s time to do the actual bed-stripping and packing! While it’s certainly possible to do everything yourself, enlisting the help of a packing service can save you time and ensure your belongings are packed properly for the move. You can also check how much packing services cost to explore your options.