-Tape the bottom of cartons, (using
a good quality removal tape) making a cross overlaying the edges from side to
side.
-Always be conscious of your
posture, using bench and table tops as your work station. Where possible elevate
cartons off ground level to minimize back strain.
-Layer the bottom and sides of each
carton with scrunched up wrapping paper or linen to act like a cushion.
-Individually wrap all breakable
items in wrapping paper, the more fragile the item the more wrapping is
required. For the extremely delicate, you can use a combination of wrapping or
tissue paper and bubble-wrap.
-Place items in carton starting
with heavier items on the bottom and lighter items towards the top.
-Stack flat items (ie. plates,
pictures, cd’s) upright on their edge, glasses and cups should be packed upside
down. Never lie down as this is their weakest position.
-Make sure each layer is packed
snug, if there is any movement fill holes with scrunched paper.
-As you finish packing each
layer of the carton start with another bed of scrunched up paper or linen.
-Leave enough room on top of the
carton for a further layer of scrunched up paper or linen, making it firm to
close carton.
-Tape top making a cross as you
did with the bottom.
-Clearly mark contents and
designated room at destination. (ie. KITCHEN/GLASSWARE)
Dangerous/Prohibited
Goods
Please note that the following
items cannot be accepted for transportation; Air, Sea, Road or Rail. The items
below will also be exempt, should your goods be held in storage.
N.B. This is applicable to both Gold Crest and Owner packed goods.
