According to the Tennessean, over 24,000 people moved to Nashville in a single year. Chances are high that at least some of them unpacked only to discover a few broken items.
Packing takes expertise, especially when we’re talking about fragile packing. When you’re protecting breakables, the packing materials you use (and how you use them) will make all the difference.
Read on as we share our professional guide to moving fragile items and the materials you need to have on hand.
Bubble Wrap
Bubble wrap is one of the best packing materials to have on hand when you’re moving fragile items like wine glasses and vases. If it has an uneven or asymmetrical shape, bubble wrap is your best bet.
Wrap each item at least once with large bubble wrap and twice with small bubble wrap. Contrary to popular belief, the bubbles should be facing inward, creating a cushion directly around the fragile item. Tape the bubble wrap closed to make sure it doesn’t slide out of place.
Packing Paper
Whether you’re moving at a leisurely pace or you’ve only got a few days to finish the job, you need to have packing paper on hand. Packing paper is one of the most versatile packing materials and can go a long way while fragile packing.
When left flat, packing paper should be used primarily to prevent scratching and abrasions. If you want to use packing paper to absorb shock or make fragile items sturdier, you’ll need to ball it up. For example, you can ball up packing paper and stick it in drinking glasses.
Packing Peanuts
When you’re creating your packing checklist, don’t forget that you’ll need to do more than just wrap fragile items with bubble wrap or paper. You should also fill any voids in the boxes to prevent items from shifting.
Packing peanuts are a lightweight option that can help secure your items without adding weight to the box. Make sure you’re using enough packing peanuts in each box that the items inside are barely able to wiggle.
Honeycomb Materials
Home Innovation found that over 60% of homeowners worry about the sustainability of their homes. Maybe you’re looking for a greener way to move, and you want to ditch the plastic and styrofoam.
Honeycomb cardboard and honeycomb paper are alternatives that you can use to wrap fragile items and fill voids in packed boxes. When you’re done, remove any tape used to keep the materials in place and recycle them the way you would cardboard.
Worried About Fragile Packing? Call Tri-Star Moving
The last thing you want is to complete your Nashville move and discover broken items. Use this guide to master fragile packing by using the right materials the right way. For even better results, get Tri-Star Moving to do it for you.
Tri-Star Moving is a fully licensed and insured moving company in the Nashville area with a personal touch. Our owners are Nashville residents who treat every client like their own neighbor by providing quality customer service and great prices. Contact us to schedule your stress-free move.
