Are you about to move house? If so, you'll soon be facing many exciting changes, but also a long list of things that need to be done. In addition to your new home, a move always offers the perfect opportunity to design your new home to your own taste and to be completely creative once again. And this is exactly where curtains and drapes come into play.
To help you create a homely and personal ambience in your new apartment or house right from the start, we have put together some helpful checklists for moving house with a special focus on "curtains and drapes".
Preparation is everything - our checklist for your move
Before you start your move, it always makes sense to create a detailed checklist for your move. This checklist should not only cover aspects such as transporting your furniture and personal belongings, but should also take into account the design of your new favorite rooms. And the choice of curtains and drapes plays a super important role, especially for the feel-good factor, which we go into in more detail here in our special "Checklist for moving - curtains & drapes
Structured into your new home - our moving checklists to tick off
Ourmoving checklist will help you stay on top of things and ensure that you can concentrate on the important things - like settling into your new home.
- Preparation phase (approx. 2-3 months before the move)
- Set yourself a realistic moving date and start planning early
- Sign the new tenancy agreement and terminate your old one in good time and on time
- Create a budget plan for your move
- Sort out things you no longer need (take the opportunity to clear out)
- The hot planning phase (approx. 1-2 months before the move)
- Early deregistration with the previous municipality of residence - a personal visit to the residents' registration office may also be necessary
- If applicable: also deregister your dog with your old municipality of residence
- Inform the road traffic office (if changing canton = new canton of residence)
- If applicable: For school-age children, contact the teachers / school authorities
- Inform important institutions about your change of address (e.g. employer, banks)
- Removal company or self-move: Decide whether you want to hire professionals or whether you want to carry out the move with a rented van and friends/acquaintances
- Final cleaning: Decide whether you want to do the final cleaning yourself or organize a cleaning company
- If necessary, apply for vacation for the day of the move
- Start packing things that you don't need every day
- The packing marathon (the last few weeks before the move)
- Get packing materials (e.g. boxes, adhesive tape, protective material for fragile items)
- Systematically pack all your things, preferably room by room
- Label the boxes clearly (so you can find everything quickly later)
- Make sure you have all important documents and formalities to hand (e.g. re-registration with authorities, forwarding order for the post office, transfer of contracts for internet, electricity, etc.).
- The big moving day
- On the day of the move itself, you should get up as early as possible to have enough time
- Make sure you have enough food for yourself and your helpers
- Make sure that everyone involved knows what needs to be done when and how
- Do a final round through your old premises to make sure you haven't forgotten anything
- Carry out a thorough final clean
- Hand over the old apartment properly (e.g. keys, necessary documents)
- Settling into the new four walls
- First unpack the things you need immediately (bed linen, kitchen utensils, etc.)
- Take time to arrange your furniture, decorations and curtains sensibly
- Explore your new surroundings or say hello to your new neighbors
- Register with the residents' registration office of the new municipality within 14 days
- If applicable: If you own a dog, register it too
- AND VERY IMPORTANT: Celebrate your successful move with your loved ones or simply enjoy the quiet time to settle into your new surroundings
An often overlooked and yet important point before the move: are your old curtains still moving-ready?
Moving house is always the perfect opportunity to (re)consider your curtains and drapes. During a move, we often focus on packing furniture and organizing movers, while our window and room decorations are easily overlooked. However, curtains and drapes play an important role in our living spaces and have a significant influence on the new feel-good ambience.
Before you simply stow your curtains and drapes away in boxes, you should therefore make a few considerations.
Moving curtains checklist - ask yourself these 3 questions in advance
- ◄1. Do your old curtains match the new style of your future home?
- As mentioned, moving house is a great opportunity to redesign your living space and this includes adapting your curtains and drapes in terms of colors and patterns to the new furnishing style. Perhaps you've long wanted a bedroom with blackout curtains in the form of romantic, playful curtains or a modern living room with light day curtains that let in lots of light and create an airy atmosphere? Now is the perfect opportunity to replace your curtains if your old curtains no longer match your desired style or do not have the desired properties.
- ◄2Are the existing curtains still in good condition?
- Over the years, curtains can accumulate dust and dirt, which is particularly noticeable when you take them down and hang them up again. Thoroughly washing or cleaning your curtains before moving can give them a new shine, but this is not always enough. Over time, it is possible that stains have formed on the curtains that cannot be removed by simple cleaning or that small tears have appeared. In such cases, when planning a move, it is a good idea to treat yourself to new curtains or drapes to give your new home a fresh look straight away - without any old stains or tears.
- ◄3. Do the dimensions of the current curtains match the windows in the new rooms?
- You should definitely make sure that your curtains are the right length and width to fit your new windows. Nothing is more annoying than finding that the curtains are either too short or too long when you arrive at your new home. This consideration should definitely be included in your moving checklist. Start by carefully measuring the windows in your new rooms to make sure you choose the right curtains. You can find a helpful video on our measuring guide page that shows you how to correctly measure the right track width and curtain height.
With our following checklist for moving curtains and dra pes, you can easily document and tick off these and other factors:
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Detailed checklist for moving - curtains & drapes
Measure all windows and/or doors in the new premises
- Breiten:
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- Tiefen:
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Inventory of existing curtains before the move
- Do the current curtains still match the desired furnishing style of the new rooms and would they create the desired atmosphere in the new rooms?
- Are the existing curtains in good condition or are they torn, stained or damaged?
- Are the dimensions of the curtains sufficient in terms of width and length to cover the new windows?
- Do the current curtains still meet the requirements for light transmission, privacy, thermal insulation and soundproofing for the new environment?
- Could I rework or redesign the old curtains and drapes to adapt them to the new rooms or do I even want to go to the trouble of doing so?
Option 1: Take the existing curtains with you
- Wash all curtains and drapes before the move - for a fresh and radiant look in your new home
- Carefully pack the curtains and drapes in suitable packaging material, such as tissue paper or special curtain bags, to protect the curtain fabrics from creasing
Extra tip:
Make sure you don't fold the curtains too tightly to prevent unsightly creases - Store the curtains in sturdy boxes or storage boxes that offer enough space to store the fabrics carefully - be sure to label them as well
Option 2: Use the new start for new curtains
A selection of curtains and drapes to suit every style of home. From room dividers and noise protection curtains to in-between curtains and accessories - we have everything you need to perfectly stage your rooms and give them that certain something. Discover the possibilities now and design your living spaces the way you've always wanted - you're just one click away from your new favorite pieces at vorhangschweiz.ch!
Check fastening materials
- Do you have the right rods and brackets for your curtains?
- Are there enough curtain rods available?
- Do you have the necessary fixing materials ready?
Suspension & fine-tuning
- Does sufficient daylight enter the rooms or can they be darkened as required?
- Are the hanging height and type suitable for the desired light transmission and atmosphere in the room?
- Is the length of the curtains suitable and do they fit harmoniously into the overall picture?
CONCLUSION: With a checklist for moving house, you can handle the move easily and stress-free
A move is always an opportunity for a fresh start and with our helpful moving checklists, you'll be well prepared for your move, whether it's packing, organizing or furnishing.
And if you want to give your new rooms a fresh and individual look, you'll find the largest selection of curtains and drapes in Switzerland in our online store, as well as an extensive range of styles and designs to suit every interior and every room.
Our team of experts will be happy to help you make the best decisions for your new rooms. And now good luck with your move - your new home is waiting for you!
