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Wheaton works with only the finest packing materials, giving you added security in the knowledge that you’ve hired the best people with the best tools.
In addition to typical small, medium and large boxes, Wheaton agents also offer a variety of materials for purchase should you choose to pack yourself. A little time, thought and investing in quality materials can make a big difference when it comes to protecting your belongings.
Cartons
- Dishpack – contains internal dividers designed to accommodate fragile items such as dishware and glassware.
- Wardrobe – allows clothes to hang on a metal bar.
- Mattress – protects mattresses from damage and soiling.
Mirror – designed to adjust to different sized mirrors, pictures and other fragile, flat items.
- Newsprint – provides a clean, protective surface for almost all your wrapping needs because it does not contain ink like newspaper, which can soil or damage your belongings.
- Bubble pack – offers greater cushioning and protection for extra fragile items.
Tape
- Choose a high-quality 1 ½” to 2” wide tape.
- For added protection, plastic PVC-type tape or strapping tape with filament strands are the best options.
- Securely closes containers for shipping.
Marking Pen
- Select a heavy permanent marker.
- List the main items in each container.
- Indicate which rooms cartons are to be placed in upon arrival.
- Add notes, such as “FRAGILE” or “THIS END UP” for containers with liquids.
- Identify cartons with your last name to assist the driver unloading at destination.
The cartons are packed, the movers have arrived and you are ready to go. But not everything has to go, in fact, not everything is even safe to travel with you on your move. Here is a list of items recommended by Wheaton World Wide Moving that cannot be moved with you during your relocation.
- Aerosol cans regardless of content
- Heating agents such as Sterno
- Nail polish/remover
- Fire extinguisher
- Any type of gas in bottles or tanks including propane or oxygen
- Paints, varnishes, solvents, thinners and oils
- Ammonia, bleach and other household cleaning agents
- Chlorine granules or powder
- Muriatic acid (also called hydrochloric acid)
- Auto batteries
- Charcoal/lighter fluid
- Matches and lighters
- Ammunition
- Any other combustible product