| One of the most important things even
before the actual moving takes place is to pack
your belongings the right way. In order to make
your moving experience a better one, Target Vanlines
Moving & Storage, Inc. has provided you with
some essential tips. |
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Separate your boxes by size, and place
appropriate size boxes in each room.
Have all supplies (i.e. tape, bubble wraps, packing
paper) lined up next to your boxes when packing.
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Pack one room at a time, marking each box with
a description of its contents and destination (i.e.
kitchen, master bath). |
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Put heavy items in small boxes and light items
in large boxes. Keep weight of boxes reasonable.
Group items of similar size and weight. |
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Wrap heaviest items first with bubble wrap or
packing paper and place on bottom of box. Wrap lighter
items with same and place on top of heavier items,
separated by bubble.Fill all voids with |
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packing paper or bubble wrap to prevent shifting.
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Double box fragile items and fill voids between
boxes with packing paper or bubble cushioning to
• avoid shifting. |
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Use "FRAGILE" labels on boxes with breakable
items. This will alert movers to handle with care. |
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When making boxes, reinforce the bottom of all
boxes with 2" packing tape. Start by taping
the seam where the two flaps meet, leaving 4' of
overlap on each side. Add two more strips in the
same direction, on both sides of your first strip,
approximately half way between your strip and the
edge of the box. For additional reinforcement, add
two perpendicular strips equidistant from each other
and the edge of the box. Use a tape dispenser to
make the job easier. |
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Fill each box as much as possible using packing
paper to fill empty space to prevent shifting and
breakage. |
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Make sure tops and sides of boxes do not bulge
or sag. Under-packed boxes may collapse and over-packed
boxes may rupture. |
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For books, lay flat and alternate bindings to
prevent damage.
Pack plates on their edges in double wall corrugated
dish boxes. Dish/Glass Dividers (also known as cell
packs) will help keep these items safe and organized.
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Bubble wrap your fragile items. Small bubble
is recommended for smaller, lighter weight items.
Large bubble (more air in bubbles) is recommended
for larger, heavier weight items. For added protection,
line your box with bubble before packing. |
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To keep large items clean and sanitary, use mattress
bags, furniture bags, and stretch wrap. |
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Use moving blankets to wrap furniture, appliances,
TV's, or other large objects. |
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Use only strong, corrugated carton boxes with
covers. The added strength may avoid damage that
results from the use of poor-quality packing materials.
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Collect old newspapers for use in packing, but
remember that ink may rub off and stain clothing
or other items. |
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Keep in mind that insect eggs and insects can
travel in food boxes. |
| Here's a list a packing supplies
that will come in handy: |
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Labels for easy identification. |
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Foam peanuts, styrofoam pellets or "popcorn." |
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Tissue or craft paper for delicate packing jobs.
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Corrugated paper rolls for figurines and fragile
items. |
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Gummed tape (1 1/2 to 2 inches wide) and/or strong
twine for sealing cartons. |
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Markers and labels for identifying contents of
cartons. |
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Notebook and pencil for carton identification
log. |
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Scissors and/or sharp knife |
