Packing Tips for Moving

Thank you for moving with Divine Moving®

If you choose to pack yourself, here are some tips that may be useful:

The first thing you will need for packing your belongings is packing materials. This includes boxes, paper (for wrapping), tape, and small bubble wrap. You can obtain these items through this link:
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Once you have collected the necessary materials, you're ready to start packing. The major rule of thumb in packing is to make sure everything in the box is packed tightly. Be sure there is nothing moving or shaking around inside. Remember - loose items can cause damage.
Follow these steps when packing:
• First, Crumble paper and fill the bottom of the box.
• Wrap all breakables with paper or bubble wrap.
• Stand items up (do not lay down) in the box.
• Crumble paper on top of the first layer of items. Then create another layer of items, making sure you have crumbled paper between each layer of items all the way to the top of the box, with crumbled paper on top of the last layer.
• Seal the boxes well.
When packing, keep in mind the following rules of thumb:
• Always pack in reverse order of density, placing heavier items toward the bottom of the box and lighter items toward the top or in a separate box altogether.
• Pack heavier items (books, papers, photos) in smaller boxes.
• Label the boxes where you want them in the new place. It will save both you and us time at the new location.
• Do not pack aerosol cans, matches, nail polish remover, paint, paint thinner, hair spray, gunpowder, fireworks, or any similar items that may be flammable. Also avoid packing any liquid cleaning supplies -it is possible for them to leak and cause damage to other items.
• Make sure to empty out furniture drawers before the move date. Do not tape the drawers, as the tape may cause damages. We use special moving blankets to secure and protect the wood.
• Avoid packing with plastic bags (it's hard for us and to the building's personal to know what is trash and what is your belongings, aside from that we can't really stack them on dollies or in the truck something that will slow the move down).
If you encounter any problems with packing, either leave it for the movers to pack on the move date or give us a call.

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