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Moving Supplies - Underrated and Underused

Sunday, September 27th, 2009

Moving Supplies

Your moving day is carefully planned.  You’ve labelled all your moving boxes, you’ve repeatedly instructed your friends to be careful with certain boxes and items, you’ve even refused to let anyone else drive the van, for fear they would hit bumps too fast.  But did you take the time to pack your items carefully with the proper moving supplies to ensure their safety?

Many people are borderline obsessed with the safe handling of their moving boxes during their move.  Many of these same people, however, neglect to sufficiently protect their valuables within the boxes.  The fact is, even light bumps or jostles can damage fragile glassware, stoneware, etc.  And, ufortunately, balled up wads of newspaper simply do not cut it when it comes to protecting your important breakables.  Inexpensive and high quality moving supplies are available to help protect your items and give you piece of mind during your next big move.

Protective moving supplies such as bubble wrap and packing paper can play a huge role in keeping your breakable safe during transport.  Even moving supplies as simple as high quality packing tape can help strengthen your boxes and help them hold up to heavier items or loads.  Even items that don’t fit into traditional moving boxes can get a protective boost from the addition of moving blankets and edge protectors.

You have planned your move down to the last detail.  Don’t cut any corners on protecting your valuables.  Visit MovingDayBoxes.com for a full line of moving supplies to help keep your items safe.  Who knows, you might even feel safe enough to let someone else drive.

Packing Supplies - Look Before Your Leap

Sunday, August 30th, 2009

Moving Boxes

The day of your next big move may be quickly approaching.  Or maybe you feel like your are already behind on your packing.  Either way, there seems to be a strong temptation to pack things away as quickly as possible and simply get it over with.  While this approach may seem like a time saver, it can also lead to frustration due to the discovery of damaged or broken items during unpacking.  A little bit of careful planning can go a long way towards keeping your items safe and sound during your move.

After selecting quality moving boxes, your next important step will be to find the appropriate packing supplies for your particular items.  Large items that cannot be packed into moving boxes may require packing supplies such as moving blankets or pads.  These will help insulate your large items from any bumps or jolts from your moving boxes.  Smaller fragile items inside your moving boxes also need protection to prevent damage.  Even the lightest of bumps can damage glass, stoneware, and other delicate items.  Consider using inexpensive packing supplies such as bubble wrap or packing paper to cushion your breakables.

Your move will likely take a significant portion of your time and energy.  Don’t make it stressful by leaving the safety of your items to chance.  Visit Moving Day Boxes for a wide variety of packing supplies and moving boxes to fit your needs.  Take the time to protect what you have so you don’t end up spending time and money in the store replacing your broken items.

Moving Boxes - De-Clutter Your Space

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

Moving Boxes

There’s no doubt that the clutter monster can take control of anyone nowadays.  You may be busier than ever with a new job, new house, new kid, or maybe you’re just now finally realizing all the trinkets and clutter that have built up over the years.  The bottom line is, hope is not lost.  There are several options out there to help you de-clutter your house, apartment, or even office, with convenience and affordability.

First things first, take a complete stock of the items in question and determine what you can live with having packed away for awhile (or even shipped off to the local Goodwill or Salvation Army).  Next, track down some affordable and durable moving boxes to store your extra items in.  For the sake of your items’ safety and your own sanity after periods of long-term storage, be sure to select high quality moving boxes and the proper moving supplies to protect your belongings.  Depending on the size of your items and the total amount of clutter you need to hide away, you may need moving boxes in a variety of sizes to suit your needs.  Do not skimp on the quality, number, or size of moving boxes, as you may come to regret any corner-cutting when you get a look at your items after long-term storage.

Moving Day Boxes is a trusted online retailer of cheap moving boxes and moving supplies.  They provide moving boxes in a full range of sizes to meet your specific storage needs.  They also offer protective items such as bubble wrap, packing paper, and edge protectors.  Let Moving Day Boxes help you ward off the clutter monster and return a feeling of organization to your home, apartment, or office.

P.S.  Don’t forget to check for clutter monsters in the closet (wardrobe moving boxes to the rescue).

Moving Boxes - Packing With Bubble Wrap

Monday, June 8th, 2009

bubble wrap

There are several steps we can take during the moving process to ensure the safety of our valuables. Using strong moving boxes, clearly labelling all boxes containing fragile items, and hiring a reputable moving company all go a long way to protect your valuables. Oddly enough, most people stop short, however, when it comes to protecting their items within their moving boxes. Anyone who has attempted to safely move their dishes or other fragile items knows that the slightest jostle of a moving box or bump in the road can leave unprotected breakables in pieces. Rather than arriving at your new home to find your valuables broken apart, consider taking a few minutes and protecting such items with strong and relatively cheap bubble wrap.

Packing materials like bubble wrap can provide your items support in two important ways.  First, bubble wrap can provide a cushion between individual items, reducing the likelihood of breakage during jostling.  Bubble wrap can also help fill out a moving box, removing any open space a keeping items snug within the box.  This will help to further reduce shifting of items and the potential for broken valuables.

You have done so much to help protect your valuables during your move.  Don’t stop short of properly protecting your items within your moving boxes.  A little bubble wrap goes a long way (and the giant 1″x80″ roll from Moving Day Boxes goes even further), so grab some and make sure your valuables are kept safe during your next big move.

Moving Boxes for Spring Cleaning

Tuesday, March 17th, 2009

Believe it or not, it is almost springtime again. Time to start thinking about organizing your basement, garage, attic, or office. You probably have quite a few items for storage and you are going to want to consider durable moving boxes for easy and efficient organization. Depending on the items you are looking to store, consider using wardrobe boxes, file moving boxes, etc.

Also, if you are considering longer term storage, items such as bubble wrap, edge protectors, and packing paper are certainly worth looking into. Bottom line, there are plenty of providers of cheap moving boxes out there, but you will want to select a vendor with the products and know-how to help you protect your valuable stored items.