• Wrap items individually in newsprint sheets or bubble wrap.
• Place a layer of cushioning at the bottom of each box.
• Pack cartons firmly, with heavy items in the bottom and lighter items at the top.
• Fill in empty spaces with cushioning to prevent shifting in transit. Top off cartons
with wadded paper.
• Don’t overload boxes – limit carton weight to about 50 lbs. If you can’t lift the
carton easily, it’s too heavy.
• Put heavy items in small boxes so they are easier to carry.
• Pack one room at a time, and pack similar items together.
• Secure all box seams with at least 4" of sealing tape.
• Label each box on the top and on the side with a description of the contents and
which room the box belongs to. Label boxes containing breakables as "Fragile."
• Mark cartons you want to unpack first at your destination.
How do I Pack….
Books
Lay books flat inside the box and alternate bindings to prevent spine damage.
Only use small boxes for books – they get heavy very quickly. Use small
paperbacks to fill in the sides of the box if there is extra space.
Suggested Materials: Packing Boxes, Small or Medium.
Clothing
Move clothing on hangers straight from your closet into the wardrobe boxes.
Shoes can be packed in the bottom. Clothing in drawers can be packed in boxes.
Suggested Materials: Wardrobe and Packing Boxes.
Kitchenware
Individually wrap breakable items in bubble wrap or blank, inkless newsprint
sheets. Put layers of cushioning between each plate and bowl. Fill the top with
crumpled blank, inkless newsprint. (Using printed newspapers could leave ink on
your china.) Use partitions and pads to separate delicate items and protect your
glassware and china.
Suggested Materials: Dish Pack Box, Dish Pack partition, newsprint, bubble wrap.
Electronics/Appliances
Since electronics and small appliances can be heavy, be sure to tape the bottom of
the box securely. Put down a layer of newsprint for padding, and wrap the
equipment in bubble wrap.
Suggested Materials: Electronics boxes, newsprint, bubble wrap.
Mirrors and Art
Pack mirrors and large artwork with four-piece telescopic boxes that prevent
breakage. For smaller artwork, place a layer of newsprint in the bottom of a box
and add packing material (paper or peanuts) in the sides, between the items, and
on the top of the box.
Suggested Materials: Art/mirror boxes, any cushioning.
