You may have read many articles suggesting the “best” packing materials for your preparations for moving. Here’s the thing with articles like those – they’re likely more focused on trying to sell you their product than being completely accurate. There is no singular best packaging. Different items require different packaging to ensure they arrive safely. You wouldn’t pack a puzzle the same way you’d pack a glass ornament, would you? Of course not! That’s why choosing the proper packaging is crucial during a move: it guarantees your items return to your new home intact and saves you time, money, and effort.

 Maffucci’s experienced movers, with their wealth of knowledge, will guide you in selecting the best packing materials. We’ll explain the available options, offer advice on how to pack them, and share the best way to store them if you’re not going to unpack immediately. Don’t want to risk breaking anything during the packing process? No problem! As full-service movers, we can box up your home on your behalf to ensure you have a stress-free moving experience. 

Why is The Right Packaging Important During a Move?

For one important reason, selecting the right packaging is crucial during a move. It safeguards your items from damage and ensures a safe move-in. Let’s examine some of the “right packaging” options you have:

1. Cardboard boxes—Inexpensive and lightweight, available in various sizes, but easily damaged.
2. Plastic boxes—Pricier than cardboard, yet sturdy and less likely to get damaged. 
3. Wardrobe boxes—Larger, more costly boxes designed for clothes with an internal hanging system.

How Does Proper Packaging Help Prevent Damage?

Proper packaging helps prevent your belongings from getting damaged by shielding them from impact and absorbing shock that may occur during handling and transportation. Bubble wrap, foam padding, and sturdy boxes, especially for your glassware, provide the best cushioning. Effective packaging reduces the risk of damage and ensures your items arrive safely at your new home. 

Should I Use Different Packaging for Different Items?

Yes, you should use different packaging for different items. As mentioned, you wouldn’t pack a non-breakable item like something extremely delicate. The type of box required to package various items depends on their size and weight. Small boxes are ideal for heavy objects such as books, pantry items, and small appliances. Medium boxes are best suited for kitchenware and toys, while large boxes are optimal for lighter items such as bedding, pillows, and lampshades. Consider purchasing a specialized dish pack to protect fragile items like plates and cups. 

What Types of Packing Materials Are Best for Moving?

When choosing the best packing materials for your move, determine how many boxes you’ll need. From there, you can figure out which types work for specific items. For cardboard boxes, select those made from thick, durable cardboard. A thin material can be easily damaged and might burst if overfilled. If you purchase plastic boxes, remember to inspect them for cracks or other signs of damage. Since they are more expensive than cardboard boxes, you’ll want to ensure you get your money’s worth before leaving with them. 

Other packing materials you’ll need to purchase include:

• Packing paper
• Bubble wrap
• Packing peanuts
• Moving blankets
• Tape labels

Is it Worth Investing in High-Quality Packing Materials?

We understand that moving is expensive, and you want to cut costs wherever possible. Trust us when we say you don’t want those cuts from your packing materials. Investing in high-quality materials is the number one way to protect your items, as low-quality materials increase the risk of being crushed or broken. There’s nothing more frustrating than discovering that your treasures have been damaged during the move despite your careful packing. Unfortunately, that’s the reality of using poor quality. No matter how well you pack, the materials won’t withstand wear and tear as effectively as high-quality options will. 

Can the Wrong Packaging Really Cause Problems?

You bet the wrong packaging can cause problems! Improper packaging may lead to damaged items, injuries, and unexpected costs. Overpacking a box could lead to injuries when you attempt to carry it, or cause the bottom to give out, breaking your items as they crash to the ground and forcing you to spend more money on new moving materials and replacements for what broke. Failing to wrap delicate items like glassware or electronics with proper padding can also result in chipped, cracked, or shattered items. 

Other packaging mishaps may include incorrect labeling, which causes confusion, wasted time, and over-packed boxes. We understand that you want to use your space efficiently, but overpacking a box can make it heavy and awkward to lift, increasing the risk of injury. Improperly securing items in the moving vehicle could cause both issues.

Do Professional Movers Provide Packaging Materials?

Most professional full-service movers, including Maffucci, will provide their packaging materials. When you hire a moving company, they will bring all the necessary supplies, such as boxes, bubble wrap, packing tape, and labels, to pack your belongings. This relieves you of the burden of sourcing and purchasing these materials, ensuring a smoother moving process. 

Choose the Packaging, Choose the Mover, Choose Maffucci

Figuring out which packing materials you need and how much you should purchase doesn’t have to be an overwhelming process. When you partner with a professional full-service mover, things become much simpler because we carry the burden of all those decisions for you! Maffucci’s tailor-made packing, moving, and storage plans are designed to provide a minimally stressful experience. 

Ready to make your move safe and stress-free? Trust Maffucci Moving to provide expert packing solutions and top-quality materials that protect what matters most. Contact us today for a free quote and let our team handle your move with care and precision!