Out of the Closet, Into the Box

It seems strange to me that so many people who are moving home worry so much about their closets. I know that 'closet space' is generally one of the major selling points when buying a new home, but why is it such a source of concern when you are actually moving out? Is it because most people have so many things hidden deep inside theirs that they fear what they might find? Or is it that the idea of folding, wrapping and packing so much stuff - from shoes to winter coats - gives them a headache before they've started doing anything?

Having seen my fair share of moves, movers and moving equipment, I have to admit that the task of packing away the items that are generally found in a closet has never been easier. The reason is, quite simply, the range of equipment that you can get these days. Not least amongst them is the 'wardrobe box', otherwise known as the closet box.

In case you've never come across this simple, logical and ingenious invention before, the wardrobe (closet) box is a large, upright box that effectively mimics the role of a closet. There is even a bar stretching between two sides to allow you to hang your clothing in the box. This means that you can simply transfer the clothes, already on hangers, from the closet to the wardrobe box. It can all be done within 10 minutes (if everything in your closet is already pretty much organized of course), though it is still important to detail everything in a checklist.

You might think that the facility itself is rather flimsy since it's made out of cardboard but it is re-enforced to protect its contents. Of course, that's one of the key pluses. It's also much easier to organize your packing, since all that you need to do is transfer the things form the closet to the box, then write the closet location (eg: 'Joan's room closet', or 'hallway closet') on its side.

Times may be changing but they are also getting a lot easier, especially in the moving business, thanks to the invention of practical items that makes simple what used to be time-consuming. Getting your wardrobe onto the truck - by that I mean your clothes, shoes and such - in one box used to not be a simple thing but it is extremely manageable these days. Here at Sage, we offer an extensive range of packing equipment and we highly recommend the closet box.

So, never mind the lengthy discussions on how to avoid tackling the closet until the last moment, or those hours of moaning that it's a complete packing headache. It's a lot easier than you might have thought, so the job can be done now!