Moving fragile glass items like drinking glasses requires careful packing to prevent breakage. The key method involves individually wrapping each piece with paper and providing internal support.
To effectively pack glass items for moving, you need sturdy packing paper and careful handling. The process ensures each item is cushioned from all sides and within.
Essential Steps for Packing Glassware
Properly packing each glass item is the foundational step for a safe move. This method isolates each piece and provides shock absorption.
Here are the steps you should follow:
- Prepare Your Workspace: Spread out a sheet of packing paper on a clean, flat surface.
- Position the Glass: Place the glass item in the center of the paper sheet.
- Wrap and Secure: Fold the corners inwards and carefully tuck the packing paper inside the glass. This creates an initial layer of protection and starts to secure the base.
- Add Internal Support: Crumple additional paper and stuff it inside the glass for extra support. This prevents the glass from collapsing inwards or the paper from shifting during transit.
Providing Extra Cushion
While the basic wrapping steps provide a significant level of protection, adding more cushioning is always a good idea, especially for particularly fragile or valuable pieces.
As stated in packing guidelines, wrapping paper is enough to protect your glasses, but you may want to provide an extra cushion. This can be done by wrapping the fully wrapped glass in another layer of bubble wrap or packing paper before placing it in the box.
Once individual glasses are wrapped and cushioned, they should be placed vertically in a sturdy moving box, with more crumpled paper or padding filling any gaps to prevent shifting.
