You can make yourself feel right at home in your new place with a few simple tips.
Every year, roughly 40 million people in the US move into a new home. The first few days in your new place can feel scary or unfamiliar. No matter how many of your boxed-up belongings surround you, it can feel like a stranger’s home until you’re settled in.
You can settle in comfortably by using these tips to feel at home in your new house.
Research the Area Ahead of Time
Feeling comfortable in a new home can include the neighborhood you live in. Before you move, use a satellite map to navigate your new surroundings. There may be a few businesses or parks nearby that can help you feel more secure with your move.
If you live nearby, consider visiting the area a few times. This can help it feel more familiar.
Unbox Your Things
The last thing you may want to do after moving is to unbox all your belongings right away. However, visually seeing where your things will remain can help you feel like you belong in your new place. You don’t have to hurry and unpack everything at once, but consider unloading your treasures to help you feel at home.
You can hire a household mover to help with the heavy lifting while you get a head start on finding the right spots for your favorite things.
Hang Family Photos
Sometimes all you need to feel at home is the comfort of your family. Take some time to unbox the photos of your loved ones and hang them on the bare walls. This subtle trick can help your home feel filled with warmth, laughter, and love.
You can avoid damaging the walls by putting framed photos on tables or magnetized to the fridge.
Make the Bed
Nothing beats curling up in your cozy bed after a long day. That’s why you should add making your bed to the top of your list. You’ll feel at home as your crawl under your blankets to give your tired body a good night’s rest.
When you get up first thing in the morning, remember to make your bed again. A recent survey showed that 74% of bed makers feel accomplished at the end of the day.
Eat a Meal at the Table to Feel at Home
Utilize your cooking skills to celebrate your first night in your new home. You’ll get to know your way around the kitchen before eating at the table. Remaining in your daily routine can encourage your comfort.
If you’re not in the mood to cook, or you’re more of a drive-thru type of person, it’s okay to grab some takeout. Just remember to eat at home instead of in the restaurant.
Display Things Familiar to the Senses
One of the best ways to feel at home is to fill your new house with familiar scents and sounds.
Play your favorite music while you unpack. Display some of your favorite fresh flowers to brighten up into the house. Light a scented candle or break out your favorite scented diffuser to fill the air with the smells of home.
Enjoy the Next Chapter of Your Life
When you move into a new place, you’ll feel a combination of excitement and fear. There are steps you can take from before you move in to help you feel at home. You can visit our blog to learn more about how to plan, organize, and prepare for your move.