Professional Packing Tips For Your Next Move
- May 27
- 2 min read
Packing is one of the most important parts of a safe and successful move. Using the right packing materials helps protect furniture, electronics, kitchenware, and fragile items during transportation.
Use Plastic Bins for Fragile Items for fragile items, such as kitchenware, office equipment, electronics, and décor, durable plastic bins are highly recommended. They provide better protection against moisture, impacts, and crushing during the move.You can purchase plastic bins here:• Home Depot Canada – https://www.homedepot.ca• Canadian Tire – https://www.canadiantire.ca• Walmart Canada – https://www.walmart.ca
Use Mattress Protection Covers. Mattresses can easily get dirty or damaged during moving. Protective mattress bags help keep them safe from dust, moisture, and dirt.You can purchase mattress bags here:• Home Depot Canada – https://www.homedepot.ca• Public Storage Canada – https://publicstoragecanada.com
Use Moving Blankets. Moving blankets help protect furniture, TVs, mirrors, and wooden surfaces from scratches and damage during transportation.You can purchase moving blankets here:• U-Haul – https://www.uhaul.com• Public Storage Canada – https://publicstoragecanada.com
Use Packing Paper. Packing paper is ideal for plates, glasses, vases, and other fragile items. Unlike newspapers, it does not leave ink marks or stains.You can purchase packing paper here:• U-Haul – https://www.uhaul.com• Canadian Tire – https://www.canadiantire.ca
Use Stretch Wrap. Stretch wrap helps secure drawers and cabinet doors while also protecting surfaces from scratches and dust.You can purchase stretch wrap here:• U-Haul – https://www.uhaul.com• Irapak – https://irapak.ca
Label Every Box. Always label each box clearly. Mark which room it belongs to and use “Fragile” labels for delicate items. Proper labelling makes unloading and unpacking much easier and safer.
Pack Important Documents Separately. Passports, certificates, financial documents, contracts, keys, and other important paperwork should be packed separately in a personal bag or backpack. Avoid placing them in moving boxes to reduce the risk of loss or damage.
Do Not Overpack Boxes. It is better to use more medium-sized boxes instead of a few extremely heavy ones. This helps prevent injuries and protects your belongings.
Pack an Essentials Box. Prepare a separate box or bag with essential items such as chargers, documents, basic kitchen supplies, clothes, toiletries, and medications for the first day after your move.
The team at 7 Moving Ltd uses professional packing materials and techniques to ensure every move is safe, organized, and stress-free.