Glassware and paintings are fragile or highly breakable items. They need utmost care and attentions while packing them before you move to your new residence. Packing such items is very tricky task to avoid the risk of damage. If you are failed to pack such items properly, it is possible that you may face loss or damage of your items. So pack such items carefully using good quality packing materials before you move to your new home. Items you will need to pack such fragile stuffs are old newspapers, bubble wrap, cartons & boxes, tape, etc. Here are some important tips and suggestions which can help you pack fragile items properly in right way.
Packing of Glassware Tips Get handy plenty of necessary packing supplies before you start pack glassware. Wrap each glass or cup in piece of bubble wrap or good quality wrapping sheets. Tape it properly. You can use old newspaper to wrap such items. Prepare a carton. Put enough layers of wadded newspapers or wrapping sheets on the bottom of the carton for proper cushion or padding. Place wrapped glasses carefully on upright position as if you ware arranging them on the table. Put two or three layers of wrapping sheets on top and the sides inside the box. Fill empty spaces with wadded newspapers or other cushioning materials. You can also use dividers between cups and glasses. Shut and seal the box with tape. Mark box with tag "Fragile Glasses"
Packing of Paintings Tips It is very important to put masking tape on front of the painting if your painting in paintings is framed with glass. This way pieces will remain in place in case unfortunately glass breaks or cracks. Make sure you cover the framed painting or canvas properly using good quality bubble wrap and tape it closed properly. Put the paintings in a picture or mirror box if you are packing it with glass. If it fit loosely in the box, fill the empty spaces with lightly wadded newspapers. If two boxes are required for packing of paintings, then put the second box on the top of other and tape them properly. Wrap them in bubble wrap and tape again. If you are packing a canvas painting with no frame & no glass, wrap the painting and put them box. Wrap box again in bubble wrap. Finally tape the carton or boxes. And Mark with tag "Fragile Art"