Moving isn't cheap.
And really, it shouldn't be. If it is, you might find out how
expensive it can get when all of your valuable possessions have been destroyed
in the move! Whether you’re hiring a company to help you relocate, or you’re
planning a DIY (Do It Yourself) adventure, keep these handy tips in your pocket
to protect your goods.
1. Use the
right-sized boxes. Small boxes are ideal for heavy, dense
objects ( books), while larger ones are preferable for lighter items such as
pillows and comforters. A large, heavy box is more likely to split or crush
other items, so keep an eye on each boxes’ size-to-weight ratio.
2. Fill until it’s
still. If a box is rattling around, you’re risking damage.
Fill in the empty space with towels, padding, or other cushioning items to
isolate the valuable contents from stop/start or shaking motions.
3. Pad and
side-load dishes. Place bubble wrap or packing
paper between dishes and wrap bundles of four or more with extra padding. Be
sure to pack dishes on their sides, not flat. This will mitigate the hazard of
shattering from accidental side impact! Padding in the bottom and top of the
box will provide an additional layer of insurance, too.
4. Don’t flatten
out your flat-screen. Spend the money on a special
packing box for your flat-screen LCD and/or plasma TV. Having the original
shipping box is best, but an aftermarket die-cut, foam-supported kit will save
you the hundreds in replacement costs. (Also: Don’t lay the TV flat or stack
any boxes on top.)
5. Tape in the
reinforcements. Taping all the way around the top and bottom edges
will provide additional support to the areas where most of the load is
distributed.
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