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Helpful Packing Tips:
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Use quality tape to seal your boxes.
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Folded clothes can be packed in boxes or suitcases.
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Remove furniture legs if possible, and wrap in bubble wrap.
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Remember to mark all boxes containing delicate items as fragile.
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Use quality boxes that are strong enough to hold the items stored.
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When packing hanging clothes, use a wardrobe box with a hanging bar.
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Never overfill a box, bulging boxes may not sit flat and will be difficult to store.
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If you are planning on storing appliances, make sure that they are clean and dry.
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Framed pictures and mirrors can be stored in specially made cardboard containers.
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Label all of your boxes well when packing to make it easier to find things when you need them.
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Use small boxes for heavier items such as books. Larger boxes for lighter items such as blankets and pillows.
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All fragile or delicate items should be wrapped individually in paper, bubble wrap or foam wrap for added protection.
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Wrap small appliances when packing them and position them securely in a box to keep them from shifting during your move.
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Purchase specially made electronics and television boxes. Use bubble wrap or other padding to wrap the components before boxing.
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If you disassemble any furniture, place the nuts, bolts and screws in a small zip lock bag and tape the bag somewhere on the furniture.
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Dishware and glassware should be wrapped in paper, bubble or foam wrap before being packed in sturdy boxes for added protection.