{"id":5575,"date":"2018-12-18T09:17:35","date_gmt":"2018-12-18T14:17:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/?p=5575"},"modified":"2023-11-03T15:19:33","modified_gmt":"2023-11-03T19:19:33","slug":"unbroken-how-to-protect-electronics-and-fragile-items-during-a-move","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/your-life\/moving\/unbroken-how-to-protect-electronics-and-fragile-items-during-a-move\/","title":{"rendered":"Unbroken: How to Protect Electronics &#038; Fragile Items During a Move"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It happens to everyone. One precarious step or sharp turn in your moving truck, and next thing you know, your mirror, TV, or laptop is out of your hands and on the ground, or tipped over into the truck bed. Packing fragile items appropriately is key to making sure everything arrives in the same condition that you packed it in: unbroken. Follow these tips on how to bubble-wrap electronics and pack plates, and you\u2019ll have one less thing to worry about while moving.<\/p>\n<h2>Identify Your Fragile Possessions<\/h2>\n<div style=\"float: right; padding-left: 5px;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5583 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/packing-electronics-and-fragile-items-300x198.jpg\" alt=\"fragile tape on top of a box\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/packing-electronics-and-fragile-items-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/packing-electronics-and-fragile-items-212x140.jpg 212w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/packing-electronics-and-fragile-items.jpg 426w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div>\n<p>The first step to ensuring you pack everything appropriately is to determine all the fragile things you\u2019ll need to pack! There are different types of fragile items, for example electronics, kitchenware and dishes, and decorative items like mirrors and figurines. We recommend making a fragile items list as you are going through the different rooms in your house, and if you have the space, setting these things aside in a separate area.<\/p>\n<h2>Get the Best Packing Materials for Fragile Items<\/h2>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve identified all your fragile items, you\u2019ll have a better idea of how many supplies to buy. Quality supplies, like new, sturdy boxes and plenty of bubble wrap, are the top fragile <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/packing-moving-supplies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">packing materials<\/a> you\u2019ll need. Here\u2019s the full list:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Packing tape<\/li>\n<li>Packing paper<\/li>\n<li>Plastic, zipper-locked bags<\/li>\n<li>Pliable cardboard<\/li>\n<li>Scissors<\/li>\n<li>Labels or permanent markers<\/li>\n<li>Bubble wrap<\/li>\n<li>New cardboard boxes, or the original product packaging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Packing Electronic Items<\/h2>\n<p>The best way to pack electronic items is to use the original packaging, as it will be customized to the size and shape of the item. Even for smaller items, it\u2019s better to re-package them in the original container, and then put multiple boxes into a larger box. If you don\u2019t have the original packaging, you&#8217;ll need to be a bit more resourceful to ensure that your items are protected during the move. If you\u2019re packing a flat-screen TV or other oddly shaped item, you\u2019ll want to buy a box made specifically for that shape.<\/p>\n<p>Start by checking the owner&#8217;s manual to see if there are any special packing or moving instructions. Remove the batteries from devices that have them; when batteries are stored in unused devices for extended periods of time, corrosion will occur. For the same reason, you should also remove all disks and cartridges from things like game consoles and DVD players.<\/p>\n<p>Gather your materials from the list above. Use packing tape to close one side of a cardboard box and line the bottom of it with 2\u20133 layers of bubble wrap. Wrap the electronic item in at least two layers of bubble wrap and place it in the box. Place any wires and accessories into a plastic bag along with the owner\u2019s manual, wrap the bag once in bubble wrap, and put it in the same box. If there is space between the sides of the cardboard box and your item, line the insides of the box with additional bubble wrap to keep things from moving around. You\u2019re done!<\/p>\n<h2>Packing Other Fragile Items<\/h2>\n<p>Always make sure to set enough time aside to properly wrap and pack fragile items. Doing so will help prevent you from rushing to pack things at the last minute, which could result in damage. To help you keep these items safe, we&#8217;ve provided smart packing tips for the most popular fragile items:<\/p>\n<h3><em>Dishes<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>\u201cHow do you pack dishes?\u201d is one of the most common moving questions, because their different shapes and sizes can make them tricky. For plates and bowls, wrap each one in bubble wrap and secure with tape. Place them <em>vertically<\/em> in small- to medium-size boxes with crumpled packing paper or bubble wrap lining the top and bottom of the box. For extra security, place paper in between each standing plate. Be careful using newsprint for packing fine china: the ink can rub off onto the dishes.<\/p>\n<p>The best way to ensure cups arrive safely is to use cardboard dividers to place each one individually into the box. You\u2019ll still want to wrap each glass in paper, and nest them inside each other to save space. What about how to pack wine glasses? Their shape can make them more delicate than other dishes. You\u2019ll need to stuff them with paper, as well as wrapping them, and make sure you use a divided box. Always ensure dishes fit snugly into the box; add paper or bubble wrap to fill space if needed.<\/p>\n<h3><em>Pictures, Frames, and Mirrors<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Wrap each picture frame individually in packing packing paper, and place them in lined, medium-size boxes with crumpled paper in between each piece. If the frames are more than 8 inches, they should be packed vertically, similar to plates. Framed art and mirrors less than 3 feet in size can be packed in a similar manner as picture frames. However, if the item is larger, it should be secured with a moving blanket, wrapped in plastic, and moved separately.<\/p>\n<h3><em>Large, Oddly Shaped Items<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Wrap the entire piece in bubble wrap and secure with tape. Place it on a large piece of pliable cardboard and place an identical piece on top of it. Then bend the ends of the cardboard so that they meet and secure them with tape. Wrap additional tape around the piece if necessary to create additional protection. Place the whole thing in a paper- or bubble-wrap-lined box, filling any gaps with crumpled paper. Lastly, tape the box securely and mark the box \u201cFragile.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3><em>Small Items and Figurines<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Place small figurines that have many protruding parts in the individual sections of an egg carton. Test to make sure the lid can close properly before packing the egg carton away. For items that are too tall or big for an egg carton, fill a plastic container with shredded paper and place them inside.<\/p>\n<p>For items large enough to pack individually, wrap them in packing paper and place them in a box filled with shredded paper or bubble wrap. Use additional shredded paper or bubble wrap to fill in the gaps between items or to create protection when layering items. When finished, place the egg cartons and plastic containers with smaller figurines on top of the box and secure with tape.<\/p>\n<p>With these smart fragile packaging tips, you&#8217;ll never have to worry about breaking or damaging an item during a move again. For additional moving and packing tricks, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/self-storage\/facilities\/8-moving-tips-for-a-smooth-move\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tips for a smooth move<\/a>. Hate wasting moving materials? We\u2019ve got ideas for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/inspo\/diy-projects\/7-clever-ways-to-reuse-bubble-wrap-after-a-move\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reusing your bubble wrap<\/a>, too. We wish you a speedy and successful move!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div style=\"float: left;padding-right: 12px;padding-top: 5px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/unbroken-how-to-protect-electronics-and-fragile-items-during-a-move\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/packing-electronics-and-fragile-items-300x198.jpg\" alt=\"packing electronics and fragile items\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-5583\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/packing-electronics-and-fragile-items-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/packing-electronics-and-fragile-items-212x140.jpg 212w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/packing-electronics-and-fragile-items.jpg 426w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p>It happens to everyone. One precarious step combined with loose padding, and next thing you know, your precious and fragile item \u2013iPhone, mirror, TV, or laptop \u2013 is out of your hands and onto the cold, hard ground below. If you are lucky, your item will survive with nothing more than a few scratches. For those less fortunate, you\u2019ll be facing hundreds of dollars trying to replace or repair the damaged item. With these smart packing tips, you can be assured that your fragile items will arrive to your new place in the same condition that you packed them in &#8211; unbroken.\t\t<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":5583,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[1073,1072],"class_list":["post-5575","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-moving","tag-packing-for-a-move","tag-packing-fragile-items"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\r\n<title>How to Protect Fragile Items During a Move | The Storage Space<\/title>\r\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"With these smart packing tips, you can be assured that your fragile items will arrive to your new place in the same condition that you packed them in.\" \/>\r\n<meta name=\"robots\" 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