Packing

Books, Records, CDS

Use only small boxes for books, they tend to get very heavy. Records should be packed on end, side by side.

Clothing

Your best bet for clothing are wardrobe boxes. You can move clothing on hangers straight from your closet to the wardrobe boxes. Clothing in drawers should be packed in suitcases or boxes.

Electronic equipment

Ideally, you should pack electronic equipment such as stereos, TVs and computers in their original boxes with their original packing material. If you don't have the original boxes, wrap the equipment in plastic bags. Wrap each piece in bubble wrap and pack in our heavy duty TV Box.

Furniture

If you can take your furniture apart in any way to make it easier to move, make sure you put all nuts, bolts and screws in a small zip-lock bag and tape the bag to the furniture. Tape drawers shut where necessary. Wrap exposed legs (on tables and chairs) in bubble wrap or paper. Wrap in furniture pads and tie securely.

Kitchenware

Wrap breakable items in bubble wrap or paper. Put layers of bubble wrap between each plate or bowl. Fill the top bowl with crumpled paper. Make sure you put the heavier items on the bottom of the box.

Wrap nonbreakable items in paper before packing in a box. Use cell packs to separate delicate items. Make sure you pack all the items you'll need for your first few days in you new home in one box, and label it prominently.

Appliances

Wrap small appliances in paper or your kitchen towels or linens. Tape the bottom of a medium box securely and put down a layer of paper for padding. If you want, you can pack several small appliances to a box. It's up to you.

Also for large appliances, make sure you check your owner's manual for any special instructions before you start to pack. Make sure the inside and outside of all appliances are clean. You can stuff the inside of some appliances, such as washing machines and dryers, with towels or linens. Tape down any parts that could come loose - the burners on your stove, the electrical cords, etc. It's very important to wrap the appliance with furniture pads and tie securely.

Mirrors and framed art

For complete safety, these items may be crated for shipment. Tape an X of masking tape across mirrors and paintings framed with glass. Wrap each item in bubble wrap. You can use our shipping cartons for these pieces. Make sure you label everything fragile.

Art and collectibles

You must use Corrugated Corners and wrap each piece in bubble wrap. Pad the bottom of a large box with crumpled paper. Give the items plenty of space, and make sure you add lots of packing material on the sides, between items and on top. And don't forget to label the box "fragile."

Valuables

You must move all your legal documents,jewelry and currency personally. Keep these items in your possession throughout the move.

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