To make your life a little bit easier, we at All Secure Storage have put together this little list of tips for packing and storing common household items.

Appliances (small)

• Pack in factory boxes whenever possible and cushion with wadded, not shredded newspaper. (Shredded paper can get into machines and cause serious damage.

Appliances (large)
Since you'll be using most of your major appliances right up until moving day, they should be packed last and unloaded first.

• Empty and defrost your refrigerator and freezer, and drain the water from your washing machine.
• Wipe and dry the interiors.
• Fill interiors with linens, clothing, and stuffed toys.
• Tape or tie down all movable parts and doors. Finally, cover appliances with pads and tie with rope.
• Move all large appliances in an upright position.
• Consult your user's manual.

Beds

• Disassemble beds and mark pieces so they're easy to put back together.
• Tie bed rails together with rope or tape.
• Protect mattresses by leaving sheets on, or wrap them in mattress covers and pack your sheets.

Books

• Pack them flat in small cartons that weigh no more than 30 lbs.
• Alternate bindings, and cushion with wadded newspaper.

Chairs

• Wrap arms and legs with newspaper or bubble wrap.
• Leave slipcovers on and cover with furniture pads.

Clothing

• Hang clothes in wardrobe boxes.
• Leave small garments in drawers.

Collectibles

• Wrap fragile items with bubble wrap and tape securely.