How to Pack for local and long distance moving

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Packing can be stressful, so why not leave all the stress to us? Our specially trained packers and movers can provide cost-effective, complete or partial packing services while you sit back and relax. Your relocation consultant will assist you in selecting the option best to meet your needs. We will pack your family’s belongings quickly, carefully, and securely, ensuring that even the most delicate items arrive safely at your new home. If you wish to do your own packing, contact us to arrange the supply of packing materials both new and used. You can pick up materials and packing boxes at our local moving center or arrange to have them delivered to your home.
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Dish barrels are the best! They are made of stronger and thicker cardboard to absorb travel shock and protect your dishes. They cost a little more than regular moving boxes but are worth it. Ensure you set up the boxes properly and tape the bottoms correctly. Use only strong, wide packing tape and not masking or duct tape. You can use newsprint for packing breakables, but each piece will require washing when you unpack. We suggest using white Kraft packing paper which can be purchased by bundle from our warehouse. Set up a stack of paper on a table and with your carton handy, you're ready to start packing.

Select a box that is bigger than the picture you need to pack.
Tape one end of the box securely with packing tape.
Place the picture in its frame flat on an oversized piece of bubble wrap or crushed paper. Wrap the picture as you would if you were wrapping it to give as a present. Secure the wrapping with packing tape. Slide the picture into the opening of the box. Seal the end securely with packing tape.
Mark the outside of the box, on sides, "Fragile" and its location; living room, bedroom, kitchen, etc...

Hanging wardrobe boxes come in various sizes with each having a metal bar and shaped just like a wardrobe. They are great for hanging closet items that you can't pack flat. Just remember that they are heavy and take up a lot of room. If you can pack clothes flat, this will save you some money. Sometimes these boxes can be used to move chandeliers or delicate wind chimes that are better to move hanging than flat. We provide FREE Wardrobes on loan for your move.

The rule of thumb is that each box should not weigh more than 50 lbs.
Even if you've hired movers, remember that you may have to move the boxes yourself, from one room to another as you are packing, so make sure you're able to lift them yourself. Some boxes, such as Book cartons, wardrobes or electronic boxes may naturally be heavier. Just try to keep the number of boxes over 50 pounds to a minimum.