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Moving
and Packing Tips
Recommended Packing Materials
Cartons. Packing
cartons are specifically designed in various sizes for various purposes
and the contents they contain. The cartons that you may get from
your local grocery or liquor store may be damaged, cut or have the
corners crushed. Look for cartons in good condition with the covers
intact. You may also purchase used or new cartons from us. We have
cartons specifically designed for items such as mirrors, beds, china,
clothing etc.
Packing paper.
You may save up newspaper for use in packing, but note the ink may
rub off onto the items packed requiring cleaning before being put
away. You can purchase packing paper from us, which will not soil
your belongings.
Packing tape.
Masking tape is not recommended. The best tape is plastic and approximately
1.5 to 2 inches wide.
Bubble wrap
and tissue. Used to wrap very delicate, fragile items such as figurines.
Scissors or
a cutting blade.
Markers. Used
to label the contents of cartons.
General
Packing Guide
Begin packing
well in advance. Start with items least used in your household.
Pack one room
at a time, labeling each carton with the general contents and the
destination room in the new home.
Cartons containing
fragile or high value items should be clearly marked.
Follow the guideline
below as to what cartons to use for your belongings, and remember,
the heavier the contents, the smaller the carton.
Ensure the bottoms
of the cartons are well taped to hold the contents.
When packing
individual cartons, place the heavier items on the bottom, graduating
to the lightest items on top.
What
to Take With You
It is best to
take the following paperwork and valuables with you, rather than
have them packed and transported by us.
Cash
Coin/stamp
collections
Deeds/wills
Mortgage
or rental paperwork
Stock/bond
certificates
Jewelry
Family
photos or videos
Contents
of safety deposit box
What
Not to Pack
The following
items are classified as dangerous or hazardous goods and cannot
be transported by us.
Aerosol cans
Ammunition
Firearms
Bleach
Cleaning
fluids
Paints
and paint thinner
Matches
Lighter
fluid
Batteries
BBQ tanks
Pressurized
tanks
Flammable
or corrosive chemicals
Loaded
firearms
Firecrackers
Flares
Explosives
Perishable
goods
Food in
glass jars
Gasoline
Kerosene
Fertilizers
containing Ammonium Nitrate
Live plants
Carton
Types
Crystal/Dresden
Carton
These small cartons are used for packing small, very fragile items
which are then put into other cartons.
2 Cubic Foot
Carton
The 2 cube is a small carton used for heavy items such as books,
CDs, canned food, tools. The heavier the contents, the smaller the
carton.
4 Cubic Foot
Carton
The 4 cube is often used for mid-weight, midsize items such as pots,
pans, clothing, shoes, nonperishable food items.
5 Cubic Foot
Carton
The 5 cube is generally used for items such as bedding, linen, towels,
lampshades, toys, etc.
China Barrel
This is a thick carton used to pack dishes, china and glassware,
lamps - items of a fragile nature.
Mirror/Picture
Carton
These cartons come in varying sizes and can telescope to fit varying
sizes of pictures, mirrors, etc.
Wardrobe Carton
These tall cartons have a bar that attaches across the top to allow
clothing on hangers to be placed on the bar and packed. They can
also be used for drapes or without the bar for bulky items that
are not too heavy.
Mattress Carton
or Mattress bag
These cartons or bags come in every size for every mattress and
box spring type.
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