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Help with How to Pack

Posted August 18th, 2008 by alisonsu
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General Packing

Unless varied by special requirements, the following standards apply to the packing of your goods in cartons/containers for storage or removal.

Cushioning Material = Crushed white paper, foam beads or the like.

  • Make Sure all items are completely dry prior to packing.
  • Line bottom of carton with cushioning material pressed down firmly and evenly to a minimum depth of 5cm. If the items being packed are heavy or you are concerned, add to the depth of cushioning material.
  • Place a layer of cushioning material to a depth of 5cm between each tier of articles packed in the carton.
  • Fill in empty spaces in sides of cartons with cushioning material.
  • Fill in empty space between top tier and lid of carton with cushioning material to a minimum depth of 5cm.
  • Stow heaviest items on the bottom and lightest on the top.
  • To prepare a bundle;
    - completely wrap each item with white paper ensuring that edges are adequately protected and;
    - wrap with white paper to form a bundle of no more than 6 items (e.g. plates).
  • Stow all bundles in carton on edge.
  • Pack bundles tightly together to prevent movement, but do not "bow" sides or tops of cartons.
  • Only pack like items, parts of sets, etc. in carton. Try to restrict, as far as possible, mixing china with glassware, glassware with kitchenware, etc.
  • Seal the carton with packaging tape immediately it is packed, then label with a sticker or by marker pen showing;
    - your name
    - brief description of contents
    - room where carton is to be placed on delivery
    - destination (i.e.Sydney)
  • Ensure the outside of the container is marked to identify which way is up, if not obvious.

    • Other topics available: Crockery & China. Glassware. Ornaments, Vases etc. Silver, Bronze and Pewterware. Small Electrical Appliances. Kitchenware and Cutlery. Pictures & Mirrors. Books.
    Linen, Blankets, Pillows, Cushions etc. Lampshades. Computers.
    Home Entertainment Equipment. Earthenware.Clay Decorative Pots/Urns.

    For more - download our free How to Pack booklet from www.boxesandmore.com.au