Doesn’t everyone naturally know how to pack a box? No! Being organized and thinking ahead makes the packing process go more smoothly and takes the pain out of unpacking as well! When you know how to pack a box you automatically take much of the frustration out of moving. How to pack a box extends beyond what you put inside it – labeling, color marking, and a number of other tips and techniques will make your job easier, help the movers work more efficiently, and keep your family happy.
Box Size
There is no one rule of thumb about how to pack a box, but one good tip is to use smaller boxes to pack heavy items and larger boxes for lighter ones. Regardless the size, if the box isn’t easy for you to pick up with ease… it is probably too heavy.
Packing Odd Items
Does every home owner know how to pack a box of appliances? The job probably gets done, but there may be a better way. Keep the box size to 3.0 cubic feet and use newspaper, towels or linens to pack rather than packing peanuts or shredded paper that could damage the machines.
Another great tip on how to pack a box is to have one box that holds all hardware items you may have from disassembling furniture. Place the hardware from each piece in a separate zip lock type of bag and use a black marker to identify which piece of furniture it belongs to.
Knowing how to pack a box requires having a personal rule to leave the task of packing fragile items to professional movers. Most moving companies assume responsibility for items they personally pack – just pass that along!
When you understand how to pack a box, you will wisely pack only one room at a time, will avoid mixing things from different rooms in one box, and will refrain from packing clothing and linens in boxes; suitcases serve a better purpose for these items.