Packing can be swift and fast or slow and careful, depending on what items you are packing. When you are dealing with items of great value like antiques, the packing process will more likely go slow. That should be a good thing – you want your precious pieces to be protected and safe.
Packing antique pieces can be a tricky task, but it can be done right if you know what steps to take. Here are useful things to know about packing antiques.
Take Inventory & Check Value
If you don’t have only one fragile and valuable, antique piece but quite a few, you will have to take inventory. When relocating, many things can be overseen and lost in the way – and antiques are too valuable to be taken for granted. Make a list of your valuables and check their condition before you get to packing.
Clean Carefully
Just like any piece of furniture, figurine, or other items, antiques can get dust on them. Make sure they are properly cleaned before you pack them. Do it gently so you don’t damage the surfaces, and restrain from using chemicals on them, especially old wood.
Appropriate Boxes & Double Down on Packing Materials
The size of boxes can be a tricky thing, but the smaller and more snug the boxes are for the items, the less the opportunity will be for them to move inside it. Also, packing materials are essential here. Don’t be stingy on the bubble wrap, packing peanuts, corner protection, or plastic wrap. Provide as much cushioning as possible.
Hiring Pros to Pack?
One of the advantages of pro movers is that they offer additional services for those who can afford them. If you can afford a professional packing team to fully pack and handle your most valuable items, you will save up a lot of time and nerves. They will have special crates to pack the items and will transport them with more care and consideration.
