Packing for Your Move 101

Wheaton works with only the finest moving supplies and packing materials, giving you added security in the knowledge that youโ€™ve hired the best movers with the best tools. In addition to typical small, medium and large boxes,Wheaton agentsย also offer a variety of materials for purchase should you choose to pack yourself. A little time, thought and investment in quality supplies can make a big difference when it comes to protecting your belongings.

Cartons

  • Dishpack โ€“ Designed with internal dividers to accommodate fragile items, such as dishware and glassware.
  • Wardrobe โ€“ Allows clothes to hang on a metal bar.
  • Mattress โ€“ Protects mattresses from damage and soiling.
  • Mirror โ€“ Designed to adjust to different sized mirrors, pictures and other fragile, flat items.

Protective wrap

  • Newsprint โ€“ 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 โ€“ Offers greater cushioning and protection for extra fragile items.

Tape

  • Choose a high-quality 1ยฝโ€ to 2โ€ณ 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 boxes are to be placed in upon arrival.
  • Add notes, such as โ€œFRAGILEโ€ or โ€œTHIS END UP.โ€
  • Identify cartons with your last name to assist the driver unloading at destination.