PACKING TIPS
If you choose to do your own packing, here are some handy tips to help you pack efficiently and prevent damage.
Get your move started right; find out what supplies you’ll need, the types of boxes available, and how to get organized.
With the following guides and suggestions, you’ll find packing isn’t as hard as you first imagined.
Don’t forget that we offer a complete line of packing supplies such as boxes, custom crating, shrink and bubble wrap,packing paper, tape, as well as mattress bags.
GENERAL TIPS
- It is better to use fewer boxes for breakables and pack more in them, rather than putting one or two breakables in many boxes.
- Use plenty of packing paper and pad the top and bottom of each box well.
- Wrap individual pieces in packing paper (avoid using newspaper).
- Use the “layering” method by separating layers with thick packing paper.
- Fill each box completely before starting another.
- Ensure all items are secure and cannot move inside the box.
PICTURES & GLASS PIECES
- Use a standard picture box and cover the sides with packing paper.
- Place packing paper along the sides and edges of pictures to prevent shifting.
- Limit to no more than two pictures per box.
- Keep the box upright at all times.
BOOKS
- Use small book boxes (industry standard: 18″ x 12″).
- Reinforce the bottom of each box.
- Avoid packing books so heavily that the cardboard tears or bends.
CLOTHING
- Use wardrobe boxes for hanging clothes, or request rod strap transfers.
- If moving into storage, wardrobe boxes may not be necessary.
- Place shoes or bedding at the bottom of wardrobe boxes.
- Use linen boxes for all other clothes.
ELECTRONICS
- Pack TVs, stereo components, computers, microwaves, etc. in their original boxes, if available.
- If original boxes aren’t available, wrap electronics in heavy moving pads.
- Label all boxes “FRAGILE” when applicable.