Packing Tips:Moving Boxes Shipping Boxes Moving supplies Moving Box. And Packing Pointers. 1(818)343-5586 Before actually packing-up, you need to have a game plan. For example: Pack one room at a time. This will help you when it comes time to unpack. Pack boxes starting well ahead of the move. Mark all boxes, designating room. Notify your mover of any high value items. Be sure to have plenty of "filling" material available. Be sure that the bottoms of all boxes are secured and will hold the weight of the contents. box sealing tape is better than masking tape. Pack heavier items toward the bottom of the box and lighter items toward the top. Try to keep a per-box weight of 50 pounds or less; it makes moving a lot easier. A general rule to remember on box size -- the heavier the item, the smaller the box. Clear out unwanted goods – hold a garage sale. Get rid of flammables – paint, petrol, gas cylinders. Empty fuel from mowers, clippers, strimmers and so on. Clothes – do you need them all? Separate books – disposables, family reading, valuables. Check all electrical goods – will they work in the new home? Start making up your change of address list. Arrange to have mail forwarded. Agree termination date for electricity, gas, oil, telephone and other main suppliers. If you are taking electrical goods such as a stereo, see if you still have their original boxes. Have rugs cleaned. If you have children, separate cherished toys to travel with you. Round up personal documentation – marriage/birth certificates, driving licences and so on. Keep passports separate so they are not packed. To say nothing of family pets – make sure vaccinations and documentation are up to date. Will your new home be ready? If not, you need to arrange temporary storage. Shops, schools, theatre, life styles – it’s never too early to find out about your new home. Start running down freezer stocks. Arrange your finances – close or transfer bank accounts, savings accounts and so on, if necessary. Packing Materials Use only strong, corrugated cartons with covers or packing boxes. We can supply you with specially made cartons, for everything from books, dishes, tv's, pitchures, glasswares to clothing and mirrors. The added protection of mover-provided boxes may avoid damage that results from the use of poor-quality packing materials. One alternative, might be to collect boxes discarded by your *grocery or liquor store. Save old newspapers for use in packing, but remember that ink may rub off and stain clothing or other items. *WARNING: Insect eggs and insects such as roaches can travel in food boxes. Keep this in mind when getting boxes from food stores. Here's a list of packing supplies that might come in handy: Plastic bags and labels for easy identification. Foam peanuts, styrofoam pellets or "popcorn." Tissue or craft paper for delicate packing jobs. Unprinted news paper is best. Corrugated paper rolls for figurines and fragile items. Plastic bubble wrap, Box sealing tape (1 1/2 to 2 inches wide) tan and/or strong twine tape for sealing cartons. Markers and labels for identifying contents of cartons. Notebook and pencil for carton identification log. Scissors and/or sharp knife. A general rule to remember on box size -- the heavier the item, the smaller the box. Packing Dishware Select a medium-sized box (or mover provided dishpack) and line the bottom of the box with crumpled packing paper. With packing paper stacked neatly in place on a work table, center one plate on the paper. Grasp a corner on several sheets of packing paper and pull the paper over the plate until sheets completely cover the plate. Stack a second plate on and, moving clockwise, grasp a second corner and pull sheets over the second plate. Stack a third plate. Grasp remaining two corners, folding two sheets of each corner (one at a time) over the plate. Turn your wrapped stack of plates upside down onto your packing paper. Re-wrap the entire bundle: start with one corner of packing paper and pull two sheets over the bundle, cover bundle with next corner, then the third corner; and finally, the fourth. Seal the bundle with box sealing tape. Place the bundle of dishware in a medium-size box so that the plates are standing on edge. Use this process on all saucers, bread and butter dishes, and other dishware. When packing smaller dishes, you may choose to stack in greater quantity. Packing Cups With packing paper in place on the work table, position one cup six to eight inches from one of the corners. Now pull the near corner of the paper up and over the cup. Nest a second cup directly on top, with handle to left (second cup should "nest" itself in packing paper folded over the bottom cups). Pull the two side corners up and over, one at a time, and tuck corners inside the top cup. Hold the bottom and top cup in position and roll cups to the remaining corner. Fragile mixing bowls may be rolled in the same manner. Delicate cups, like china, should be wrapped one at a time. Antique glass or china should be stuffed with crumpled tissue and wrapped one at a time. Packing Glasses and Stemware Stuff glasses and stemware with crumpled tissue or packing paper before wrapping. Lay on the corner of packing paper and roll it one or two full rotations (depending on size); pull sides of packing paper up and over glass/stemware and continue rolling to the far corner. Corrugated paper rolls or cellular boxes may be used for added protection. Place glasses and stemware toward the top of your box. Heavier items (dishware, pitchers,etc.) should be placed toward the bottom of the box. Delicate glassware and stemware should be placed in an upright position, not on its side. No matter what you're packing, you should use crumpled packing paper in between each layer to assure a snug fit wherever there's a gap. All boxes with "fragile" items should be marked accordingly. Specialized Packing Tips The list of individual household items is endless. Most can be packed by following our packing pointers. Here are some additional packing tips for major items. If you want a more comprehensive list on how to pack specialize items, phone us. Bureau Drawers -- Don't overload. Too heavy a load can cause damage. Remove firearms and any items that might break or leak. Firearms, along with serial numbers, must be registered with your van line representative before the move. Canned Goods and Other Non-Frozen Food -- Pack upright with no more than 24-30 cans per carton. Don't attempt to move perishables. Wrap glass containers and boxed foods individually and pack in small cartons. Frozen Foods and Plants -Because of the delicate and perishable nature of these items, your mover is prohibited from accepting these packed items when your shipment is being transported more than 150 miles and/or delivery will not be accomplished within twenty-four (24) hours from the time of loading. Frozen food shipped within these guidelines must be packed in a freezer which at time of loading is at normal deep-freeze temperature. Clocks -- Remove or secure pendulum in large clocks. Grandfather clocks should be prepared for moving by expert servicemen. Drapes and Curtains -- Hang drapes over crossbars in wardrobe cartons, or pack folded in clean cartons. Remove curtains from rods, fold and pack in boxes or bureau drawers. Flammables and Combustibles -- Flammable liquids and aerosol cans must not be packed. Changes in temperature and pressure can cause them to leak, or even explode. For your own protection, you should know that if you pack these items and they cause damage to your shipment or others, you, not your mover, may be held liable. Lamps and Lampshades -- Remove bulbs, harps and shades. Roll up cord. Pack lamps withbedding or wrap separately and place upright in clean, tissue-lined carton. Wrap harp and finial (decorative knob) with packing paper and tape to inside wall of carton that contains shade. Wrap shades in tissue, not newspaper. Place upright in large, tissue lined cartons. Medicines -- Seal caps with masking tape. Wrap and pack upright in small cartons. If needed during travel, carry with you. Mirrors, Paintings and Pictures -- Tell your agent about valuable paintings for special care. Wrap small mirrors, pictures, paintings, and frames and place on edge in cartons. Place large pictures and paintings on edge in heavy cardboard containers. Large wall or dresser mirrors will be taken down by the movers and placed in special cartons. For added safety, place tape diagonally across mirror to protect better against damage. Do not place newspaper directly against paintings. Personal Computers and Video Recorders -- Pack valuable electronic equipment in original cartons when available. Otherwise, use strong, corrugated cartons and place protective padding on the bottom of the carton. Wrap an old blanket or protective pad around the item and place it in its carton. Place additional padding between the carton and the computer or video recorder. Wrap cords separately, label to identify usage and place in a plastic bag away from delicate surfaces. Non-detachable cords should also be wrapped. Place cords between the padded computer or video recorder and the carton. Be sure your personal computer is "parked" and ready for transport. Silverware -- Wrap each piece in cloth or low sulphur content paper to prevent tarnishing. Use an old blanket or moving pad as a wrap to prevent scratching the silverware chest. Tools -- Drain fuel from power tools (do not ship Flammables under any circumstances). Pack tools in small, strong cartons. Wrap separately if valuable. Waterbed Mattresses -- Drain all water from the waterbed and, grasping internal baffle systems with external vinyl, fold mattress 20 inches at a time. Adjust folds to avoid making creases across individual baffles. Consult your owner's manual for special instructions concerning the care and transportation of your mattress. Do not place your mattress in a carton with sharp or pointed objects. Cars and Motorcycles -- Cars and motorcycles shipped on the moving van should be drained nearly empty of fuel. Motorcycle batteries should be disconnected. Automobile antifreeze should be ample to protect against severe cold in winter. Barbecue Grills and Propane Tanks -- Wrap grates and briquets separately in a newspaper (or place all briquets into a grocery bag) and place parts in carton. Pad carton with paper to reduce movement of contents. Propane tanks must be drained before the move. Consult your local gas grill distributor for the safest method. 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This will help you when it comes time to unpack. Pack cartons starting well ahead of the move. Mark all boxes, designating room. Notify your mover of any high value items. Be sure to have plenty of "filling" material available. Be sure that the bottoms of all cartons are secured and will hold the weight of the contents. box sealing tape is better than masking tape. Pack heavier items toward the bottom of the box and lighter items toward the top. A general rule to remember on carton size -- the heavier the item, the smaller the carton. Packing Dishware Select a medium-sized carton (or mover provided dishpack) and line the bottom of the carton with crumpled packing paper. With packing paper stacked neatly in place on a work table, center one plate on the paper. Grasp a corner on several sheets of packing paper and pull the paper over the plate until sheets completely cover the plate. Stack a second plate on and, moving clockwise, grasp a second corner and pull sheets over the second plate. Stack a third plate. Grasp remaining two corners, folding two sheets of each corner (one at a time) over the plate. Turn your wrapped stack of plates upside down onto your packing paper. Re-wrap the entire bundle: start with one corner of packing paper and pull two sheets over the bundle, cover bundle with next corner, then the third corner; and finally, the fourth. Seal the bundle with packing tape. Place the bundle of dishware in a medium-size box so that the plates are standing on edge . Use this process on all saucers, bread and butter dishes, and other dishware. When packing smaller dishes, you may choose to stack in greater quantity. Packing Cups With packing paper in place on the work table, position one cup six to eight inches from one of the corners. Now pull the near corner of the paper up and over the cup. Nest a second cup directly on top, with handle to left (second cup should "nest" itself in packing paper folded over the bottom cups). Pull the two side corners up and over, one at a time, and tuck corners inside the top cup. Hold the bottom and top cup in position and roll cups to the remaining corner. Fragile mixing bowls may be rolled in the same manner. Delicate cups, like china, should be wrapped one at a time. Antique glass or china should be stuffed with crumpled tissue and wrapped one at a time. Packing Glasses and Stemware Stuff glasses and stemware with crumpled tissue or packing paper before wrapping. Lay on the corner of packing paper and roll it one or two full rotations (depending on size); pull sides of packing paper up and over glass/stemware and continue rolling to the far corner. Corrugated paper rolls or cellular boxes may be used for added protection. Place glasses and stemware toward the top of your box. Heavier items (dishware, pitchers,etc.) should be placed toward the bottom of the box. Delicate glassware and stemware should be placed in an upright position, not on its side. No matter what you're packing, you should use crumpled packing paper in between each layer to assure a snug fit wherever there's a gap. All boxes with "fragile" items should be marked accordingly. Specialized Packing Tips. The list of individual household items is endless. Most can be packed by following our packing pointers. The most popular types of moving boxes used are cardboard or rubber tote containers which are available in a number of sizes. Whichever you choose to use for moving your items, do not overload the containers so they become difficult to lift. Try to keep the maximum weight under 50 pounds per moving box. Following is a guideline of box sizes and suggested pack items. (Length x Width x Height) File Type Moving Boxes (15" x 12" x 10" = 1 cubic foot) Although these moving boxes are designed to organize, store and transport files, they are really multi-purpose. Ideal for office supplies, arts & crafts supplies, medicine cabinet items, toiletries, junk drawer items and last minute pack & run "open me first" items. Extra Small Moving Boxes (16" x 12" x 12" = 1.5 cubic feet) Excellent for heavier items such as children's books and small tools. Small Moving Boxes (24" X 12" x 12" = 2.0 cubic feet) Ideal for dishes, plates, glasses, cups, books, knickknacks on the smaller but heavier side and larger tools. Medium Small Moving Boxes (18" x 18" x 16" = 3.0 cubic feet) Kitchen cutlery items, children toys, CDs, VHS tapes, cassettes and footwear. Medium Large Moving Boxes (16" x 18" x 24" = 4.0 cubic feet) Pots, pans, tupperware and small kitchen appliances. Large Moving Boxes (18" x 18" x 24" = 4.5 cubic feet) Lamp shades, clothing items and electronic components. China Moving Boxes (18" x 18" x 28" = 5.2 cubic feet) China, crystal, antiques and other fragile items. Extra Large Moving Boxes (24" x 18" x 24" = 6.0 cubic feet) Linens, pillows, towels, comforters and window coverings. Small Wardrobe Boxes (24" x 21" x 36" = 12.0 cubic feet) Suit jackets, outdoor jackets, blouses, pants, stereo speakers and TV. Large Wardrobe Boxes (24" x 21" x 48" = 14.0 cubic feet) Full-length dress wear, draperies and dining room chairs. Moving Tips, Packing Tips>Moving Boxes>Choosing The Right Box About Assemble packing materials before you start. Good supply of moving boxes, heavy felt marker pens, shipping tape, packing material, and pack & load list. See "Choosing the Right Box" for tips. Tackle One Room At A Time. Do not use newspaper for wrapping. The inks used in newsprint may rub off permanently staining your items. Packing supplies are available from local moving supply companies such as clean white packing paper, bubble wrap, packing peanuts, paper pads, quilted pads, cushion foam, just to name a few. Linens can be used as protective wrapping or padding for many of your fragile items. You will save space and protect your breakables at the same time. Use towels, face cloths, dish clothes, t-towels, sheets, pillow cases, blankets and pillows. Limit the weight of each box not to exceed 50 pounds. Number each box and create an Inventory List with the items packed in each and suggested destination room placement. Place heavier items on the bottom, lighter items on top when packing boxes. Pack boxes as full as possible and pad liberally. The less room for movement, the less likelihood of damage. Fasten top of cardboard boxes with shipping tape to secure shut. Boxed items to remain in upright position should be clearly marked with a bold arrow on all sides of the box indicating which end is up. Boxed breakable items should be marked "FRAGILE" on all sides of the box. Dresser drawers do not need to be emptied. Keep clothes folded flat, remove the drawers and re-insert drawers after the dresser is placed on the trailer. Moving Tips, Packing Tips>Getting Started Books Use small boxes-books are heavy. Alternate rows, bound edge to open edge. Crystal & Stemware Wrap the stem first, then the whole piece. Use a protective material like bubble wrap. Place each item upside down in a divided carton and be certain to use lots of padding. Mark boxes "FRAGILE". Dishes Wrap each dish in polyfoam or clean white packing paper and place on end in the box. Make certain that each row is snug so that the dishes will stand up straight. Use lots of padding. Fixtures Items attached to the floor, walls and ceilings such as drapes, blinds and light fixtures should be dismantled and packaged properly in advance of the move day. Glasses & Cups Wrap individually and place upside down in the box. Some handles on the cups may need an extra layer of wrapping for added protection. Kitchen Items Keep cutlery in drawer divider and wrap in clean white packing paper. Wrap bottles and preserves individually in plastic bags and place upright in a sturdy box. Be certain to use lots of padding to avoid breakage. Use small boxes to pack canned goods and limit the number of items per box so the weight does not exceed 50 pounds. Open boxed or bagged dry goods should be sealed with packing tape and placed in your packing boxes in a upright position. Lamps Dismantle and label the parts, then place them in a bag. Put lamp and parts in the same box. Pad with throw cushions or shredded paper. Lampshades can be stacked and packed in a separate box. Mattresses To ensure your box springs and mattresses are kept clean and dust free, be sure to completely cover them with plastic and use packing tape to seal. As an option, mattress covers may be purchased from local moving supply companies. Medicine Cabinet & Toiletry Items Be certain not to pack any items you may need during the move. Secure all caps and wrap each bottle in a plastic bag. If bottles are glass, be certain to protect them with padding material to avoid breakage. Pictures & Mirrors Wrap small pieces in blankets and place in cardboard boxes. Wrap large pictures and mirrors with protective pads and placed on end in boxes. Rugs Keep rugs on the floors until loading is complete. Roll and pack in the trailer as space provides. Silverware Polish and wrap in plastic bags or polyfoam to prevent scratching and tarnishing. Moving Tips, Packing Tips>General Information.