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Selecting the proper packaging supplies that you need to protect and pack your goods can be confusing. We hope
you find the details in our site helpful for choosing the supplies you need. Alternatively,
if you are not sure about your packing needs, you can visit any of moving boxes and packaging supplies
stores nationwide and buy in store. The team will be happy to advise and guide you
to make the right purchase.
Storage boxes
The boxes are double skinned to make sure they
don't fall apart whilst moving your goods. They are strong enough to
stack on top of each other to minimise the storage space you
need.
Archive box - Suitable for paper work, files and books.
Small & medium box - For every day incidentals.
Large box - For bulkier items.
Saver kits - The cheapest and easiest way to buy your boxes.
Protective packaging
Make sure you don't damage your belongings wrap them in
protective packaging.
Bubble wrap - Ideal for larger delicates such as electrical appliances.
Corrugated card - To protect legs and corners on furniture items.
Acid free tissue - Use to protect glassware & crockery.
Void fill - Fills the gaps in your boxes to keep your goods in place.
Chair, Sofa & Mattress protectors - Keep your furniture clean &
protected.
Moisture absorbers - A must to keep the damp off your goods.
Shrink wrap - Use to secure loose items together.
Dustsheets - Put under and over your goods, keep them clean and protected.
Helpful supplies
These items are not essential, but do make the job
easier!
Sack truck - Use one of these to move awkward or
bulky goods.
Appliance rollers - Put under the
heavy appliances and wheel away!
Gripper gloves
- Protect your hands and have the extra grip when you need it
Fragile tape - Remind your helpers that this
box is 'DELICATE'.
Marker pen - Write the
contents on your boxes.
Miscellaneous supplies
These are other supplies that you just might need. Disposable knife,
Scissors, Tape measure, Collapsible crate, Black Sack, Moving blanket, Plastic
storage box, Rubble sacks, Sticky labels, Parcel tape, Extension lead, Ball
of string, Tape gun, Step ladder, Elastic bungies
Guidelines in Packaging Your Things
Appliances
 Wrap small appliances in inkless
newsprint or your kitchen towels or linens. Tape the bottom of a medium box securely
and put down a layer inkless newsprint for padding. You can pack several small
appliances to a box. For large appliances, make sure you check your owner's manual
for any special instructions before you start to pack. Make sure the inside and
outside of all appliances are clean. You can stuff the inside of some appliances,
such as washing machines and dryers, with towels or linens. Tape down any parts
that could come loose -- the burners on your stove, the electrical cords, etc.
Wrap the appliance with furniture pads and tie securely.
Art and collectibles
Put Corrugated Corners on and wrap each piece in bubble wrap. Pad the bottom
of a large box with crumpled inkless newsprint. Give the items plenty of space,
and make sure you add lots of packing material on the sides, between items and
on top. Remember to label the box "fragile."
Books
Use only small boxes for books -- they get very heavy, very fast. You can use
small paperbacks to fill the sides of the box if there is extra space.
Clothing
This is where wardrobe boxes come in handy. You can move clothing on hangers
straight from your closet to the wardrobe boxes. Clothing in drawers should
be packed in suitcases or boxes.
Electronic equipment
Ideally, you should pack electronic equipment such as stereos, TVs and computers
in their original boxes with their original packing material. If this is unavailable,
wrap the equipment in plastic bags. Wrap each piece in bubble pack and pack
in our heavy duty TV Box (25" x 25" x 25" DW).
Furniture
If you can take your furniture apart in any way to make it easier to move, make
sure you put all nuts, bolts and screws in a small zip-lock bag and tape the
bag to the furniture. Tape drawers shut where necessary. Wrap exposed legs (on
tables and chairs) in bubble wrap or inkless newsprint. Wrap in furniture pads
and tie securely.
Kitchenware
Wrap breakable items in bubble wrap or inkless newsprint. Put layers of bubble
wrap between
each plate or bowl. Fill the top bowl with crumpled inkless newsprint. Make
sure you put the heavier items on the bottom of the box. Wrap nonbreakable items
in inkless newsprint before packing in a box Use cell packs to separate delicate
items. Make sure you pack all the items you'll need for your first few days
in you new home in one box, and label it prominently. You can only eat take-out
for so long.
Mirrors and framed art
Tape an X of masking tape across mirrors and paintings framed with glass. Wrap
each item in bubble wrap. You can use our shipping cartons for these pieces.
Make sure you label everything fragile.
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