Eco-friendly moving supplies and the best ways to use them

Posted by Betty on May 10th, 2021

Being eco-friendly is very important nowadays. It is our duty to do whatever we can to help the planet heal. We use too much plastic. Water is getting dirtier and dirtier every day. So, the only thing we can do to help is to recycle and go green. Even when you are moving you can use a lot of eco-friendly supplies and that’s a great way to be responsible. So, let’s see what eco-friendly moving supplies are and explore the best ways to use them. When you are done reading, share this with all your responsible friends.

Eco-friendly moving supplies

-       Enviro Bubble

-       U Haul Furniture Pads, 100 percent sustainable and made out of recycled denim

-       Biodegradable Packing Peanuts for filling empty spaces in boxes

-       Cornstarch Packaging

-       Seaweed Packaging

-       Mushroom Packaging

-       Recycled Cardboard and Paper

As you can see, you can take your pick. Those are just some of them. But the best thing about being eco-friendly is that you can DIY your moving supplies and feel great about yourself. Helping the environment and saving some money.

Alternatives

There are alternatives to compostable packaging. Nowadays you can find plenty of natural alternatives like Bioplastic. Made from a natural source like corn or sugarcane pulp. Bioplastic is very sustainable to produce. 

DIY eco-friendly moving supplies

You can be creative. If you are packing big but breakable items – wrap them in your sheets and blankets. Socks can be great for small breakable items. Also, your clothes can be used to protect some other household items. There is no need to buy bubble wrap since you already have all the protection at home you just need to have some imagination.

Movers

The trick to an eco-friendly relocation is to find movers who are also green. The best way to find out if they are is to simply ask them. But before you do, do some research online. Master Moving Guide can help you as they have all the best movers in their base. So, check some of them out and decide what works best for you. Also, see all the services they can provide you with. They offer a variety of services besides relocation. Movers are a great way to make your relocation stress-free. There is no need to do everything on your own. Not when there are people that can help.

When you start packing

Before you even start unpacking, you should start with sorting your household items and decluttering. It is good to rid yourself of all those things you don’t use anymore. The best way is to recycle them. So, you can gift them. That way they will be used again. You can also sell them online using all those handy apps. Of course, you can always donate. After you are done decluttering you can start with packing. If you have some moving boxes reuse them. Recycling is good. If you don’t have them, don’t buy them. Ask your movers if they have rental bins.

Check your local recycling services

If you have some items that are not reusable you should recycle them instead of just throwing them out. Check to see if you can find some services for your electronics. If you don’t know any, just google “recycling services nearby” since they are not advertising a lot. Even though they are very useful.

Free moving supplies

If it turns out you need some moving supplies, reuse them. If you don’t have any – get used. You can even find some for free. Here is an example:

-       Craigslist

-       Liquor Stores

-       Starbucks

-       U-Haul

-       Target

-       Costco

-       Dollar Store

-       Target

-       Petco and many more

How can you stay green after your relocation?

Start with little things first. Save water. Minimize using the car. Try cycling to work. Also, switch to electricity-saving light bulbs. Recycling is the obvious one. Going food shopping? Get a reusable bag. Switch your cleaning products into eco ones. Stop buying water in plastic bottles. Get a reusable eco-friendly bottle that will last you for a long time. 

Eco-friendly relocation during coronavirus

Now when the global pandemic is raging, you have to stay safe and practice social distancing. Even if you are vaccinated, you still need to be protected and keep social distance. But masks are starting to be a real problem. People use them once and throw them away. This is not good. Switching to a washable mask is a better solution. This way you can reuse your mask. Also, gel sanitizer can be problematic since it comes in plastic bottles and gets thrown away every day. A better solution is to keep the alcoholic spray in a reusable bottle and carry it with you at all times when washing your hands is not possible.

Good luck

First of all, it is amazing that you are trying your best to help this earth and all of us. People often forget about that or simply dismiss recycling and reusing. That is simply not an option anymore. Hopefully, you found the best movers that can help you with your relocation in an eco-friendly way. Be careful on your moving day. Often people in the hurry don’t think about their own safety and that’s when accidents happen. Be careful how you lift all those heavy boxes. Good luck on your moving day and stay eco-friendly the best way you can.