You may know all this already, but sometimes it’s good to have a little reminder of the best way to go about doing things. So here goes:
- Place heavy items on the bottom and lightweight items on the top
- Distribute the weight evenly in your container, not all on one side
- Heavy items should be packed in small boxes for easier lifting
- Lightweight items can be pack in larger boxes
- Store fragile items in dresser drawers
- Boxes should be filled completely and lids closed
- Pack your belongings as tight as possible to avoid shifting
- Use packing materials like paper, bubble wrap and moving blankets
to protect your items - Prop the door open while you are loading to keep it from closing unexpectedly
- Secure the container with a strong commercial-grade lock
- Park your car in front of the door for extra security
- Use the Storage Valet inventory list keep track of your items
Packing tables and chairs.
If possible, take tables and chairs apart. Wrap table top and legs with protective
padding to avoid scratching. Put any hardware in a plastic baggie and tape it to the
underside of the table or chair. Disassemble if possible, wrapping legs with paper
pads to avoid scratching. Place any hardware in a plastic bag and tape to the underside
of the table. When packing tables, place top against side of container, not on the bottom.
Packing upholstered pieces.
Couches can be packed on their feet, with a second couch inverted on top of the other for
protection. A single couch can be placed on end, using paper pads to protect the arm rests.
Packing mattresses and box springs.
Use a protective bag and pack along the side of the container.
Packing beds.
Tie bed rails together. Put any hardware in a plastic baggie and tape it to the rails.
Packing rugs.
Thoroughly vacuum your rugs and sprinkle with moth flakes. Roll, tie and pad with packing paper.
Packing lamps.
Larger bases should be packed in boxes with packing materials filling any empty space.
Shades should be placed in individual boxes with packing materials filling any empty space.
Packing bicycles and tools.
Clean and cover with a paper pad or moving blankets to protect your other goods from
being torn. Small tools can be placed in a small box for easy lifting. Long-handled
tools should be taped together.
Packing clothing.
We suggest using wardrobe boxes. place shoes and folded items in the bottom and
use the metal bar to hang others on the top.
Packing mirrors and artwork.
Wrap mirrors and pictures in paper and bubble wrap and pack in a mirror packing box.
Do not lay mirror boxes flat. If possible, place between a mattress and box spring
or on the side of your container.
Packing appliances.
Clean thoroughly before storing. Drain all water and leave doors slightly ajar to
prevent mildew. Tape down all moving parts. Lightweight items can be stored
inside appliances with proper padding.
Packing books.
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