Helpful tips to ensure
damage free packing....
The best advice we can provide is to utilise the services of our
professional pre-packers. Millars Removals employs the very best
in the industry to ensure that your precious belongings are kept
safe and sound throughout their transit, and arrive in the same
condition as they were loaded.
We understand that budget is
often a major consideration when moving, so with this in mind,
many people choose to complete their own pre-packing and just
have Millars Removals look after the transport, with this in
mind we have included below some very useful hints and tips to
ensure damage free packing.
The use of Packing accessories such as Industry Standard Cartons,
Port-a- Robes, Premium Newswrap (Butchers) Paper, Tape, Bubble-wrap
and Protective Plastic covers will maintain and protect your goods
whilst in transit and storage. All of your packing materials and
accessories are available for purchase through our office on the Gold
Coast, please contact our office to arrange delivery to your door.
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GENERAL
Fill cartons to capacity
only, partially full or
bulging cartons may cause
the carton to tip or
collapse as they are
stacked.
Heavy items like books or
tools should be packed in
small cartons so they are
easy to handle. Books
should be packed flat, not
on their spines.
Packing and labeling
cartons room by room makes
the unpacking much easier,
and if you need to find
something in storage you
will have some idea of
which carton to begin
looking in.
Appliances
Fridges, freezers and
other white goods should be thoroughly defrosted, dry and clean
before storing. Whilst in storage the door should be secured
slightly ajar. A deodoriser placed inside fridges or freezers is
also a good idea to maintain freshness. Don't place items inside
fridges or freezers as the shelves and linings can be easily
marked and damaged.
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Furniture
Empty the contents of
wardrobes, drawers and cupboards to protect the shelving and
structure of these items. Clothing should be packed where
possible into purpose made PORT-A-ROBES, and personal goods
should be packed in strong secure cartons. Where possible remove
the legs from items of furniture e.g. bed bases, tables etc. to
avoid damage and save space. Vacuum food crumbs from lounges to
prevent attracting vermin.
Dishes & Glassware
Place a layer of crushed paper inside the bottom and top of
cartons containing breakables. Protect fragile items by wrapping
them individually in packing paper (newsprint can be very messy
and possibly stain). Nest cups and bowls after wrapping
individually, stand plates, saucers, platters, casseroles on
their edges. Fill any gaps in the cartons with packing e.g.
scrunched paper or linen. This will keep your fragile items well
protected and prevent them from moving around in the cartons
whilst in transit. Label all cartons containing fragile items
and avoid storing heavy items on the top of these cartons. |
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Mirrors & Paintings
These items should be
protected by packing
material e.g.; bubble-wrap
or in a flat-pack carton.
Store them standing on
their edges in an upright
position (not lying flat).
Available from our storage
depot are industry
standard Picture Cartons,
along with bubble-wrap
your pictures, paintings
and prints could not be
better protected in
readiness for transit.
Appliances
Fridges, freezers and
other white goods should
be thoroughly defrosted,
dry and clean before
storing. Whilst in storage
the door should be secured
slightly ajar. A
deodoriser placed inside
fridges or freezers is
also a good idea to
maintain freshness. Don't
place items inside fridges
or freezers as the shelves
and linings can be easily
marked and damaged.
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Stereos, Televisions and
Videos
Your electrical equipment
is very delicate and sensitive and should be handled with care.
These items will never travel better than in original boxes.
However wrapping items individually in bubble-wrap, packing them
in cartons, and sealing the top will offer adequate protection
for your electrical items to ensure that they are maintained in
perfect working order. Remember to pack out any gaps in the
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Battery operated
appliances & toys
We recommend that you
remove the batteries to
avoid damage from leaking
Batteries.
Computers
Computers, like your other
electrical items, need
special care. The original
boxes are highly
recommended for packing.
However bubble-wrap and
good quality packing
cartons will do the job.
Remember to use some
packing or linen in the
bottom and top of cartons.
This provides extra
protection to the
contents. Pack out any
gaps. If you are unsure
about your computer, refer
to the manufacturer's
manual, or consult your
retailer, especially if
storing for longer than
six months. |
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Mowers & other Machinery
Drain fuel and oil from
all machinery. This reduces the risk of leakage, spillage and
damage to other goods in your space. Petrol and oil left in
machinery are also a fire hazard.
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PLEASE NOTE:
This
is only a very broad
overview of methods of
packing your possessions for
safe transit, if any
questions arise for which
the answers are not clear,
it is better to be safe than
sorry. We are more than
welcoming when it comes to
friendly advice.
All
contact details for our
experienced staff can be
located on our
contact us
page.
0433 221 453 |
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