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Tips on How to Pack Other Items
• Wrap mirrors and pictures in protective covering such as
bubble wrap and mark them as “Fragile.” Cardboard corners can be
purchased to protect the sharpest, weakest areas of frames.
• Separate lamp bases and lampshades and wrap them for
protection.
• Consider having awkward or heavy pieces such as exercise
equipment packed professionally. Talk to your storage facility
manager or local pack-and-ship store about options.
• Vacuum-sealed bags work really well for draperies, bedding,
and clothing.
• If you plan to store clothes, think about investing in a
wardrobe box with a built-in hanging rod. These are available
for purchase at most storage and moving facilities.
• Large appliances must be prepared correctly for proper
storage:
o It’s a good idea to wipe down the inside of appliances with
baking soda before you store them to keep them dry.
o Defrost refrigerators and freezers thoroughly to avoid water
damage and mildew growth. Tie down the appliance doors during
transport, but leave them slightly ajar once in storage.
o Drain washing machines, and tie down hoses and cords before
storing them.
• If storing photographs, consider a climate controlled unit
where temperature fluctuations will not damage your photos. If
you do store loose photographs, place them between pieces of
clean cardboard and consider taping them together to avoid
curling.
• If you're storing upholstered products such as mattresses and
sofas, consider investing in covers, bags or sheeting for
additional protection. Storage and moving facilities often sell
large heavy-duty bags for this purpose.
• Electrical equipment such as TVs, stereos, and computers
should be packed in their original boxes whenever possible. If
using other boxes, choose ones that are as close in size to the
original as possible, and fill all gaps with paper. Make sure
you secure the player arm of a record player and turntable.
• Spray your wood furniture with a good quality furniture polish
before storing it to give it some added protection.
• Disassemble furniture such as beds and tables before you store
them. Wrap and cover the separate sections, clearly mark them
and keep them together. Keep assembly components such as screws
and bolts together in a plastic bag, mark them clearly, and tape
the bag to the appropriate piece of furniture. (Use tape that is
safe for use on furniture, or tape the bag to an inconspicuous
place on the piece.) Cover chair legs with bubble wrap or rags
for extra protection.
• Treat leather items with a leather conditioner before you
store them.
• Wipe down metal objects and tools with a little oil before
storing them to avoid rust formation that can occur when the
tools are not used regularly.
• When storing a vacuum cleaner, clean out the bag or canister
first; bacteria, mold and vermin can accumulate otherwise.
• When storing an oven as well as a refrigerator, enclose the
exposed back area of the appliances to prevent vermin.
Along the way, maintain a good inventory of every item you’ve
packed. Ideally, include an estimate of the replacement value of
each item you store. Consider taking pictures of valuable items.
These steps will help you make accurate insurance claims in case
of unforeseen damage or loss.
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