Useful Tips When Packing Boxes from 4 Secure Self Storage

Listed below are some useful tips you may wish to use,before you start packing your personal items.

Safety First:

• Establish a strong work surface at roughly waist height.

  This will allow you to pack your items in a standing position,

  this should help to avoid back strain occurring.

• Place all hazardous materials such as aerosols, paint, bleach, etc

  in specially marked boxes and keep them away

  from the rest of your belongings.

  This will help reduce the risk of damage to other items

  from solvent and bleaches etc.

• Ensure opened packet tops and bottle lids are taped securely before packing

Packing Materials:

• Ensure you wrap all items sufficiently in bubble wrap / packing paper

  to avoid damage and breakages to your valued possessions before placing

  them into your boxes

Boxes:

• Use smaller boxes for books and heavy items

• Ensure boxes are strong and securely taped at the bottom

  and taped securely when full

• Fill boxes up to (but not above) their top level

• Mark clearly with contents and room destination

• Mark fragile on top and side where appropriate

• Where possible use the original boxes and packaging for computers, TV’s and other audio/video equipment

Breakables:

• Pack plates and saucers on their edges ensuring they are wrapped

  sufficiently to avoid damage to your possessions

• Place all cups and glasses standing up

• Place delicate items (e.g. cup handles, tea spouts) away from the box edge

Pictures:

• Wrap small pictures and pack in boxes standing up

• Put larger pictures into unassembled boxes, and tape either end