Recommended Packing Materials

Cartons:
Packing cartons are designed in many sizes for a
multitude of contents they contain.Look for cartons
in good condition with the covers intact. You sometimes can ask your mover for any used cartons they have on hand for a possible price reduction.Of course the moving company will have new boxes to purchase in varying designs for specific items like mirrors, beds, china, clothing etc.

Packing Paper:
Saving your newspapers as well as your neighbors and friends papers can be the most economical way to go, although you must be careful that the ink doesn't rub off on your items packed. You can also purchase paper from your mover which will not soil your belongings.

Packing Tape:
The best tape is plastic tape, masking tape is not recommended.

Bubble Wrap and Tissue:
Use to wrap delicate, fragile items.

Scissors or a cutting blade.

Markers:
Use to label the contents of cartons.

General Packing Guidelines

• Begin packing well in advance. Start with items least          used in your household.
• Pack one room at a time, labeling each carton with the general contents and destination room in your new home.
• Remember...the heavier the contents the smaller the carton.
• Make sure the bottom of the boxes are well taped to hold  the contents.
• When packing individual cartons, place the heavier items  on the bottom and the lightest on top.
  

What to Take with You

It's best to take the following paperwork and valuables with you, rather than packed and transported by your mover.

• Cash
• Coin/stamp collections
• Deeds/wills
• Mortgage or rental paperwork
• Stock/bond certificates
• Jewelry
• Family photos or videos
• Contents of safety deposit boxes

Do Not Pack

• Aerosol cans/bleach and cleaning fluids
• Paints and paint thinner
• Matches and Lighter Fluid
• Batteries
• BBQ Tanks or pressurized tanks
• Flammable or corrosive chemicals
• Ammunition and/or Loaded firearms
• Firecrackers/Flares/Explosives
• Perishable goods/food in glass jars
• Gasoline/kerosene

Carton Types

Crystal/Dresden Carton:
Theses small cartons are used for packing small, very fragile items which go into other cartons.

Small Boxes
The small box is a small carton used for heavy items such as books, CD's, food, and tools. The heavier the contents, the smaller the carton.

Medium Boxes
The medium box is often used for mid-weight, midsize items such as pots, clothing, shoes, nonperishable food items.

Large Boxes
The large box is generally used for items such as bedding, linen, towels, toys, etc.

China Barrel
This is a thick carton used to pack dishes, china and glassware, lamps, delicate items, and things of that nature.

Mirror/Picture Carton
Theses cartons come in varying sizes and can telescope to fit varying size mirrors, etc.

Wardrobe Carton
These tall cartons have a  bar that attaches across the top to allow clothing to be place on the bar and packed. They can also be use for drapes or use the bar for bulky items that are not too heavy.

Mattress Carton or Mattress Bag
Theses cartons or bags come in every size for every mattress and box spring.

Courtesy of  River City Realty