Which Packing Methods are the best for your next move?

Alot of times, movers are excited and happy to arrive in the new hoome and don't even mind that there glassware and items are chipped, scrathed or even worse totally destroyed. By using a simple couple of Moving Tips and Packing Tips you can be happy with the move and have all your contents in one piece with no damage.

Let us think what happens when placing dishware in side of a bouncing moving truck. The dishes, no matter how well the sides are padded, a good jolt up and down will crack your precious dishware. But on the other hand, dishware that are bubble wrapped on the edges will have a much greater chance of survival in your moving trip.

If you are one who looks in the long run, it definitely pays to have the right packing materials. Sturdy and tough boxes, bubble wrap, and packing peanuts can be purchased from your moving company and included with a quote if you bring it up at the time of sale. If you do not have access to those items you can use crumpled paper, blankets, pillows, even clothing to serve as a bumper for those delicate objects.

Moving Packing Tips

• Only start with one room at a time.
• Label Boxes with a description of it's contents and it's destination
• Keep the weight of the boxes reasonably low. If it is possible place your heavier items in small boxes to make them easier to carry.
• Never use tape on polished wood, or painted finishes.
• Always double box fragile items and add plenty of cushioning.

Movers Recommend the Following for your move on first night:

Think before and feel confident later.

Once everything is packed and ready to begin placing into the truck, make sure the items you need least go in the truck first. Place the boxes that contain your best glass ware or china on the top of those big books and not vice versa.

Prepare the first night in your new home with important items you will need in a separate bag to carry with you. One suggestion is even placing a simple meal you can heat up and serve for the first night, or just call a pizza guy.

• For each person in the household: a change of clothes, a towel, prescription drugs, a toothbrush, and other personal items.
• For everyone: plastic utensils, paper plates, paper towels, plastic cups, toilet paper, toiletries, trash bags, a flashlight, first aid kit including pain relievers, pencil and paper, snacks, beverages, and re-closable plastic bags.
• Small tool kit for re-assembling items that couldn't be moved whole.

Packing for moving with good technique and the right materials can mean an easier move and fewer chipped dishes.