Packing Fragile Items when Moving

Instructions for securely packing figurines and other delicate objects.

A lot of care needs to be taken when you’re packing fragile objects like crystal figurines and expensive china for a move. Unlike most other stuff, figurines often break during a rough move. Therefore it’s important that you pack them safely and keep them away from possibly harmful positions. Following is a step by step for packing delicate objects:

1.    GATHER THE THINGS YOU’LL NEED
Gather storage boxes, newspaper, brown paper, shredded paper and a pen to help you safely pack your figurines. This will allow you to proceed with the packing methodically and without hassle. We recommend using plastic storage boxes instead of regular ones because you may have the fear of the bottoms falling open in the latter. If you are using a professional moving company like Good Stuff Moving, you can ask them to arrange appropriate plastic storing boxes for you.

2.    SHRED PAPER
The most effective way of protecting figurines from harm is wrapping them up in paper or cloth and packing them with shredded paper. The shredded paper fills out whatever container you’re using for the packing and hence avoids any bumping and falling within the box. Try to use brown paper instead of newspaper for fine china because the former does not leave any sort of marks.

3.    LINE BOXES WITH PAPER
Use the shredded paper to amply line the box you will be using for packing. Do remember to make a lining at the bottom to act as a cushioning for your fragile items. Don’t just use strips of paper for the task. Paper balls act as the best cushions for delicate items.

4.    PACK EFFICIENTLY
When packing the items inside the boxes, start with flat objects like trays and plates. Wrap each individual item with paper or cloth as well. This keeps them from jangling against, and damaging, each other. And remember to label the boxes according to their contents so you remember what went where when unpacking at your destination. Glassware like sets of wine glasses, should be packed together tightly and securely, and kept at the top of whatever you’re packing them with. Your objective throughout packing fragile items should be to pack tightly and leave no room inside the boxes for movement as that prevents damage.

Packing fragile items like figurines, fine china and glassware requires considerable care. A good alternative to undertaking the task by yourself is hiring the services and consulting offered by a professional moving company like Good Stuff Moving. Call us today at 651.488.4808 or toll free at 866.908.4808.

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