“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure…”

Taking the extra time to prepare all your valuables will ensure a hassle free experience after arrival.  Here are some tips to help speed things up:

Furniture

• Soft packing materials protect polished surfaces
• Padded kraft paper covers exterior of piece
• Boxed in cardboard for stronger support where needed
• Fragile items are crated, as necessary.

Small fragile items

• From glassware to china, large or small, each item is individually wrapped, cushioned and carefully boxed prior to shipment.

Large fragile items

• Tissue and corrugated bubble wrap for added protection
• Contour packing allows for safer handling and space-efficient loading
• Custom crating provides maximum protection where needed.

Clothing

• Laydown cartons keep clothes flat and saves space
• Upright wardrobes let coats and suits remain hanging in transit
• Tissue paper between layers of clothing
• Items should be clean and dry prior to packing.

Audio-visual items

• Sensitive electronic items such as televisions are protected by using non-static cushioning materials that provide protection in transit.

Pianos

• Always custom-packed
• Grand pianos are disassembled for transit
• Extra care is taken to accommodate heavy weight and delicate inner mechanism
• Note: pianos should be tuned two weeks after delivery.

Rugs

• Always rolled, not folded (length permitting)
• Wrapped with porous material to allow rugs to breathe
• Desiccant packets are used to keep carpets moisture-free
• Note: rugs should be clean and dry prior to packing.

Special items

• Packing is customized for items with delicate and irregular structures
• Items are padded and reinforced to protect vulnerable areas
• Crates are made to measure and used for select items that are fragile, extremely heavy or of high value.

Vehicle

• Automobiles are securely braced into steel containers
• Motorcycles are transported in custom-built crates
• Batteries are disconnected and fuel tanks are drained, according to regulations.

Pets

• Specialized door-to-door service
• Quick transport minimizes stress to animal
• Knowledge of quarantine and customs in each country ensures an easier transition for both pet and family.