Swyft's Mover's Guide

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Swyft Home
Movers Guide

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Hello!
Moving house? We’ve got you covered.
This exclusive guide has everything you
need to know about getting into your new
place. Discover our no-nonsense home
movers checklist, fuss-free renovating, and
our guide to narrowing down your personal
interior style. Grab a cuppa and a comfy
place to sit, and take in the tips.

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Whether it’s your first place or your fifth,
there’s always a lot to deal with in the run-
up to a house move. Knowing what to do
and in what order is a challenge, and before
you know it you’re knee-deep in bubble
wrap and boxes.
While it’s good to be a little flexible with
your schedule, there are still some must-
do’s you’ll have to be on top of to ensure
your move goes smoothly.Tick your way
through our no-nonsense home movers
checklist and you’ll be in your new place in
no time.
Two months to go…
Let’s get the (removal van) wheels in
motion. Now’s a good time to begin
some of the bigger jobs, and make sure
everyone’s on the same page.
Confirm moving dates
Organise pet sitters/childcare
Book a removal company
Buy removal boxes and packaging
Declutter and donate
Notify your utility providers
Begin packing non-essentials
The no-nonsense
home mover’s
checklist
One month to go…
Time flies when you’re having fun. With just
4 weeks left, it’s time to get to paperwork
and other life admin. How grown up of you.
Register with a new GP
and dentist
Let the council know about
your move
Sort out utilities for your
new place
Notify your bank
Secure home insurance
Start packing items you don’t use
every day
Label your moving boxes
One week to go…
The clock’s ticking and you’ll be in your
new abode in just 7 days. Check you’ve got
everything below done and dusted by the
time the week’s over.
Finish up your packing
Wrap and protect furniture
Disassemble furniture for easier
transportation
Have a kitchen clear-out
Pack valuables and important
documents in a safe, easily
accessible place
The day before…
By this point you’ll be sorted, and it’s
important to take some time to rest ahead
of the big day (or days, if you’re moving
further away).
Charge your phone fully
Get a box of first-night essentials
or an overnight bag packed
Move all of your boxes and
furniture downstairs or to the
most accessible place for the
removal company
Collect your hire van or confirm
the schedule once more with your
removal company
On the day…
After what felt like a lifetime, you’re finally in.
Collect your keys, grab an energy-rich brekky
and get moving. If you’ve gathered a few
friends to help, make sure they all know what’s
to go where.The same applies if you’re using a
removal company.
Take meter readings for all utilities
and keep note of them to pass on
Strip all beds down and put
everything in clearly marked bags
Do a final sweep of the house to
ensure you haven’t left
anything behind
Instruct your movers on
what is and isn’t going into
the removal van
Do a final house clean
Turn off electrics and heating
Make sure all doors and
windows are locked
Leave or drop off keys as instructed
for the new owners or tenants

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How do I
find my own
interior style?
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Some of the most common messages
we get here at Swyft are “Will this sofa
go with my style?” or“Can you help me
decide which colour to go for?”.This stems
to more than just furniture, however. It’s
about making sure you’ve narrowed down
an overall design that feels right for you.
We get it- figuring out your own interior style
is hard. In the age of social media, endless
scrolling to identify the specific look and
feel you want for your space can be pretty
daunting.
Some of the most common messages we
get here at Swyft are “Will this sofa go with
my style?” or“Can you help me decide which
colour to go for?”.This stems to more than
just furniture, however. It’s about making
sure you’ve narrowed down an overall design
that feels right for you.
Can you do interior design on your own?
Absolutely. In this post we’re breaking down
some quick steps you can do at home, to
help figure out your interior preferences.
We can’t promise you’ll be a professional
interior designer by the end, but we’re pretty
confident you’ll have a clear vision to run
with.
How do I decide my house style?
Starting with a blank page isn’t always a
great idea. As a starting point, jot down
a couple of your favourite places.This
could be somewhere you’ve travelled to, or
somewhere local, such as:
- A different country, a resort, or somewhere
you plan to holiday to
- A restaurant, coffee shop or another hang-
out spot
- A friend or family member’s house
When thinking about these places, consider
why you visit them. Asking yourself what
sort of emotions and feelings are associated
with these places will help you get to the
bottom of the type of environment you
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should create for yourself at home. For
example: A local coffee shop/bar: creativity,
warmth, friendly, spacious.
Where else can I look for home inspiration?
Bringing the focus back home, next, take a
look at what’s in your wardrobe. No, we’re
not suggesting a total Netflix Queer Eye
style makeover (as much fun as that would
be).This is about noticing what colours,
patterns and textures you tend to gravitate
towards. What styles you go for can actually
help in building that picture for your interior
choices.
Take note of any recurring themes in your
most-loved outfits. Are you a minimalist
with a neutral, capsule-style wardrobe? Or
do you reach for eclectic, thrifted outfits
first? Perhaps you’re big into florals or bold
patterns?

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Contemporary VS Traditional
Keeping it simple, there are two clear
avenues to go down when it comes to
decorating your home- contemporary or
traditional.
Contemporary interior design is modern.
Think sleek furniture, clear and clutter-
free surfaces, and a minimalistic,
uncomplicated feel.
Traditional interior design is characterised
by detail.Think ornate patterns, heavier
fabrics, original features and a luxe feel.
Using social to find your interior style
Saving posts and creating mood boards
on social media platforms is a great way
to slowly figure out your own personal
interior preferences. On Pinterest,
create boards in a way that works for
you, pinning ideas you like the look of.
On Instagram, save interior photos and
videos into named folders.
Once you’ve got the hang of this, review
your socials regularly to pick up on any
common themes you’ve gravitated
towards. It might be that a lot of your
living room inspiration has velvet sofas,
or your bathroom inspiration always has
subway-style tiles. Notice these patterns,
and you’re sorted.
Remember that the creative process of
figuring out your ideal home style should
be a fun one.There’s no right or wrong
way of doing things, and you don’t have to
stick to one particular label. Building the
confidence to make decisions about the
way you decorate your place is key.You’ll
know you’ve found your groove when your
environment and vision for it makes you
feel great.
“Remember that
the creative process
of figuring out your
ideal home style
should be a fun one.”

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How to live in
a house you’re
renovating
With house prices on the rise, many are
choosing to get their sleeves rolled up
and renovate a new home. We can all
agree that there’s something exciting
about the freedom to decorate and make
changes to a space that’s totally yours.
However, if you’re watching the pennies,
sometimes renting whilst renovating just
isn’t doable.
Renovating a property whilst living in
it is no walk in the park, but careful
planning combined with a healthy dose
of creativity can end up saving you
additional cash.This can be put back
into building your dream home - and we
reckon that’s worth shouting about.To
find out how to do it without your stress
levels skyrocketing, we’re on hand with
the below plan of action. Grab your DIY
tools and a builders brew - it’s reno time.
Plan, plan, and plan some more
There’s an old saying that goes “fail to
prepare, prepare to fail” which rings true
here. Anyone who’s done a renovation will
tell you the biggest part of it is project
management. In this case, it means working
out what needs doing, and in what order.
Speak to your individual contractors for
advice, and make sure they’re giving you a
clear view of completion dates and relevant
milestones.
Creating your own calendar for a house
renovation project will:
- Allow you to know where to keep free so
you’re not in the contractors’ way
- Help with tracking budgets
- Flag up any sticking points or delays so you
can rework the plan
- Give you milestones to look forward to,
including that all-important finish date
Paper diary and tablet with calendar app
Designate work, living and relaxing zones
Renovating a house whilst living in it is all
about being super flexible and expecting
it to change. Before you go headfirst into
tearing out kitchens and knocking rooms
through, think about the minimum amount
of space you and any others in the house
need, to live day-to-day.This might mean
living in just the upstairs for a while, and
then swapping when the downstairs portion
is complete, or if you’re renovating a smaller
place, being able to function out of just
one or two rooms. It’s important to plan in
advance and identify areas that are not for
use during the renovations to avoid dust,
noise, hazards, and most importantly, not
getting in the way and slowing contractors’
progress. Make sure everyone in your place
is clear where they can and can’t go, and
consider sending kids, dogs and the like
away to be looked after whilst the major
parts of the project are underway (you’ll
thank yourself for doing so!).
Protect your belongings and furniture
If you’re staying put with your stuff, think
about how you’ll protect it from damage
throughout the renovations. One thing that
always surprises first-timers is the amount
of dust that redecorating can create, and
how it has the ability to somehow get
everywhere! Speak to your contractors
about getting air vacuums with filters, and
keep on top of hoovering and sweeping
surfaces regularly to avoid build-up.
Make sure your furniture and belongings are
protected from damage too. Wrap things
like glass tables, mirrors and tableware in
bubble wrap or similar, and keep them well
away from any machinery or tools. Clearly
label these items as fragile so they’re easily
identifiable. Use plastic covers and dust
sheets to protect fabric items like sofas,
armchairs, curtains and mattresses from
dust, debris and damage. If possible, it’s a
good idea to move these to a storage unit
temporarily.Thankfully, our furniture’s easy
Swyft-Hook and Swyft-Lok systems make
disassembling and transporting furniture
stress-free.

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Create a bathroom plan
Having a plan of action for bathroom
access isn’t just important for you, but
also for your contractors. If there’s only
one bathroom and you plan to redecorate
it, think about where else you could use
temporarily.You may need to ask family
and friends for daily visits, or make use of
a local gym- it’s all about getting creative!
If you’re lucky enough to have a spare
bathroom, create a schedule for use to
avoid clashes between routines if you
live with others.Try to keep bathroom
products to a minimum to save space,
and consider where you could set up a ‘get
ready’ area with hairdryers and a mirror in
another part of the house. Although this
is one of the most inconvenient parts of
living in your renovation, it’s always worth
it for that satisfaction when done.
Get inventive with food
Having a plan for your kitchen is a little
trickier, as this isn’t really something
most people have two of (if you do, we’re
very jealous!).Think about where your
appliances are going to go during the
renovations and if you’ll need a hand
moving them.
When it comes to keeping yourself
suitably fed throughout for that all-
important energy needed for renovating,
consider adjusting your usual weekly
menu to accommodate a lack of chilled
and frozen storage. Where it’s safe to do
so, get inventive with portable stoves,
kettles, and microwaves in other areas of
the house.
Consider investing in a mini or worktop-
sized fridge for daily essentials like milk,
for all those builders’ brews! Setting
aside some budget for convenience, food
deliveries or eating out is a good idea to
keep things stress-free. In sunnier weather,
cracking open the BBQ at the end of a
hard day’s DIY is a great alternative when
the oven’s out of use.
So, there you have it! Renovating a place
you’re still living in can be tricky, and you’ll
have to get inventive, but it is achievable.
Enjoy saving the pennies in the short term,
and remember to look forward to your
completion date when all your hard work
will pay off. You’ve got this!

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Model 01 is sleek, simple and clean. It’s
a classic mid century sofa which comes
out of the box with no fuss. It offers
a convenient living space solution: a
modern, comfy, quality-built sofa you
can assemble in minutes.
Model 01
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Model 01, armchair
Linen Pumice
Width: 80cm
Depth: 85cm
Height:82cm
Model 01, two seater
Linen Shadow
Width: 175cm
Depth: 85cm
Height: 82cm
Model 01, three seater
Velvet Vine
Width: 205cm
Depth: 85cm
Height: 82cm
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Model 01, ottoman
Velvet Teal
Height: 43cm
Width: 83cm
Depth: 62.5cm
Leg height: 19cm
Model 01, footstool
Velvet Light Grey
Height: 37.5 cm
Width: 62.5 cm
Depth: 62.5 cm
Leg height: 15.5 cm
Seaglass
Vine Elephant
Shadow
Teal Brick Light Grey
Pumice
Available in 10 swatches
Velvet
Linen
Mustard Charcoal

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Model 02 has a big focus on appearance
and comfiness. Sitting on a solid wood
plinth, it demands attention. Its versatile
design, round bolster cushions and pulled
seam detail adds a dash of character to
your home.
Model 02
Model 02, two seater
Linen Seaglass
Width: 175cm
Depth: 85cm
Height: 82cm
Model 02, three seater
Velvet Teal
Width: 205cm
Depth: 85cm
Height: 82cm
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Seaglass
Vine Elephant
Shadow
Pumice
Velvet
Linen
Model 02, ottoman
Velvet Brick
Length: 83 cm
Width: 62.5 cm
Height: 43 cm
Leg Height: 15.5cm
Model 02, footstool
Linen Shadow
Length: 62.5 cm
Width: 62.5 cm
Height: 37.5 cm
Leg Height: 12cm
Mustard Charcoal

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“Quick and easy”

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Left Arm
W: 92cm
D: 92cm
H: 71cm
Right Arm
W: 92cm
D: 92cm
H: 71cm
Single
W: 70cm
D: 92cm
H: 71cm
Corner
W: 92cm
D: 92cm
H: 71cm
Ottoman
W: 70cm
D: 70cm
H: 45cm
Individual Modules
Two seater Two seater + ottoman
Three seater Three seater + ottoman Four seater
Four seater + ottoman Corner Corner + ottoman
Armchair
From two seats to ten, left or right corner,
with or without an ottoman, the Model
03 is your modular sofa so you choose
how you want it.
Model 03
Seaglass
Vine Elephant
Shadow
Pumice
Velvet
Linen

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The Model 04 is a sofa and sofa bed to
be proud of; it’s beautifully designed,
can be used as your main sofa, and is as
comfortable as any standard double bed.
It’s the perfect companion for those with
limited space who enjoy the occasional
sleepover. Or, for those who like to relax
in style and dream in comfort.
Model 04
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Model 04 sofa bed, three seater
Linen Shadow
3 Seater:
W: 208cm D: 94cm H: 86cm
Double Bed:
W: 208cm D: 135cm H: 59cm
UK Double Mattress:
W: 135cm L: 190cm
Seaglass
Vine Elephant
Shadow
Pumice
Velvet
Linen
Mustard Charcoal

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Getting your beauty sleep never looked
so good.The Bed 01 Double Bed features
upholstered pulled-button detailing in either
cool linen or sumptuous velvet fabrics.
Choose from classic neutrals or stand-out
hues to complete your bedroom oasis. Easily
assembled or disassembled in just minutes
thanks to our signature Swyft-fix system,
you’re free to throw complicated instructions
and tools to the wind. Sweet dreams.
Bed 01
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Single Bed
Velvet Mustard
W: 104cm D: 208cm
Headboard H: 107cm
Base H: 32cm
King bed
Velvet Vine
W: 164cm D: 208cm
Headboard H: 107cm
Base H: 32cm
Super King Bed
Velvet Charcoal
W: 194cm D: 218cm
Headboard H: 107cm
Base H: 32cm
Double bed
Linen Midnight
W:149cm D: 208cm
Headboard H: 107cm
Base H: 32cm
Vine Teal
Stone
Velvet
Linen
Charcoal
Mustard
Midnight Natural

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Getting your beauty sleep never looked so
good.The Bed 02 Double Bed features a
contemporary winged headboard in either cool
linen or sumptuous velvet fabrics. Choose from
classic neutrals or stand-out hues to complete
your bedroom oasis. Easily assembled or
disassembled in just minutes thanks to our
signature Swyft-fix system, you’re free to
throw complicated instructions and tools to
the wind. Sweet dreams.
Bed 02
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Single Bed
Linen Natural
W: 104cm D: 220cm
Headboard H: 104cm
Base H: 37cm
King bed
Velvet Charcoal
W: 164cm D: 220cm
Headboard H: 104cm
Base H: 37cm
Super King Bed
Velvet Mustard
W: 194cm D: 230cm
Headboard H: 104cm
Base H: 37cm
Double bed
Velvet Teal
W:149cm D: 220cm
Headboard H: 104cm
Base H: 37cm
Vine Teal
Stone
Velvet
Linen
Charcoal
Mustard
Midnight Natural

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Get in touch
Can’t decide? Order a free swatch box and you’ll
be one step closer to owning your very own slice
of perfection. Go on, it’s time to treat yourself.
If you have any Swyft-related questions, our
Customer Experience team are available and
happy to help.
Call us on 020 3488 4726
Email us on support@swyfthome.com
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