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away in boxes or left free standing in the removal van. However, there
are a number of household items that require special care and
attention and all effort should be made to ensure safe delivery to
your new home. Always check where you stand with your removal company
and contents insurance. |
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Antiques:
Packing and wrapping should be given extra attention. Make sure all
items are thoroughly wrapped, covered and cushioned and they are not
stored next to food or items that could leak.
Oil and wax products should not be used on items immediately before
moving. Some products soften the wood, which can make it vulnerable to
damage.
Lifting furniture should be done with care. Try to move tables by the
legs, not the top, which can come off. Chairs should be lifted by the
seat, not the arms or back.
Label all antique items as ‘fragile’ and make sure the removal team
are aware of which items need special care when handling. |
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Pianos:
Professional piano movers are always recommended when moving pianos.
Aside from the obvious weight involved, other factors must be
considered such as access to specialised equipment like trolleys to
roll the piano and effective securing equipment while in transit.
Pianos often need to acclimatise to their new surroundings and
professional advice is always best sought. |
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Paintings & mirrors:
Small mirrors can usually be packed in regular boxes if they are
carefully wrapped and cushioned.
Paintings and large mirrors should be packed upright in wardrobe
boxes, usually available to buy from most package specialists. Local
suppliers can be found in the Yellow Pages under packaging materials
and suppliers.
Sharp items should be kept well away from pictures. There is a risk
that they will puncture the canvas in transit |
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Wine:
Extensive and valuable collections of wine should be packed by
professionals and can be transported in climate-controlled vehicles.
Pack wine on its side ideally. However, packing it upright for a few
days shouldn’t cause any long-lasting damage.
Label all boxes as fragile and ensure that they are stored in the
correct position. Remember to keep them away from any items that can
leak – you don’t want to damage labels and risk drinking your best
bottle at an inappropriate time! Leave wine to rest in wine racks for
at least a week when it reaches your new home. |
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Plants:
Wrap indoor plants with newspaper to keep them warm and prevent damage
during the move.
Use cardboard boxes to pack your plants. Place them in the box and
hold them in place with dampened news or packing paper. Paper can be
used to cushion the leaves. Don’t close the lid; removers may mistake
them for regular boxes.
Label any boxes with breakable plant pots as ‘fragile’ and any boxes
you don’t want in the van as ‘do not load’.
Dig up plants you are planning to take with you. Wrap up the root
section in plastic sheeting and make sure that any attached soil is
damp. |
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Computers:
Make back-ups of all of your important files and programs and store
safely in a labelled container.
Use original boxes when packing up your computer if possible. They
will provide the most effective support and cushioning.
Base units should not be moved around too much or held upside down.
Monitors should be handled with extra care. If you don’t have the
original box, pack in a similar sized box ensuring that plenty of
bubble wrap / polystyrene chips are used for cushioning. |
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Boxes of all sizes
Newspaper
Polystyrene chips |
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Bubble wrap
Bin bags
String |
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Scissors
Coloured marker pens
Sticky labels |
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