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- Use smaller and stronger cardboard boxes for heavy items such as books and dishes.
- Dishes, plates, and glasses can be wrapped in newspaper. Place them inside of sturdy cardboard boxes and fill any vacant spaces with towels, sheets or T-shirts.
- Large pictures or paintings can be safely shipped. First cover the glass part with cardboard material, and wrap it with cutout cardboard or place it into a cardboard box of appropriate size.
- Small pieces of furniture usually do not need crating, but they do need bubble wrap and cardboard wrapping. Be especially careful to wrap the corners.
- Electric appliances can be shipped in their original cartons or similar boxes.
- Many people use too much tape on their cardboard boxes. If you use a strong packing tape about 2 or 3 inches wide, one strip along the openings and one or two crossing strips should be adequate. It is not necessary to wrap the entire package several times with multiple layers of tape. Rope and string are also usually unnecessary.
- Large furniture can be very expensive to ship since the shipping charge is determined by volume. Crating may be required, and this increases the volume. The cost of crating itself is also not cheap. For all of these reasons, you should consider all large furniture items very carefully when deciding what to ship.
- You do not have to buy cardboard boxes, as they are usually available free of charge at supermarkets and liquor shops. However, if you are sending goods to Australia, avoid using cardboard boxes that have contained vegetables or fruits.
- Remember that shipping schedules are estimates and delays can occur. Be sure to allow adequate time for your shipment to arrive and give yourself some leeway. Do not ship your best suit if you have an interview soon after arrival, and remember to carry enough warm clothing with you when moving to colder climates.
- Do not hesitate to call or email our office whenever you have questions about your shipment.
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