In the age of the internet, television, and electronic gadgets, printed books remain one of the most important sources of knowledge, inspiration, and interest for both children and adults. According to WordsRated, the average American reads 12.6 books per year. It’s no wonder that every household accumulates a sizable library over time.
But what do you do with such valuable cargo during a move? How do you properly pack and transport books? This article will address these questions and more.
Printed editions are delicate cargo. Books are susceptible to moisture, easy to bend or soil, and can damage bindings. Therefore, transporting your home library without proper packaging is not recommended. Simply tying stacks of books with twine is not an option either. In the back of a vehicle, they will come into contact with other items, often damaging covers and pages.
To ensure reliable transportation of a book pack, follow these instructions:
The cost of moving can directly depend on the total weight of your belongings. This means that the more books you decide to take with you, the higher the transportation costs will be. Therefore, take the time to review your collection. You may want to give away or sell a few copies to bring only the essentials to your new place.
To ensure smooth packing books, you will need plenty of boxes in various sizes. You can buy special boxes for books or, to save money, use regular cardboard boxes. The main thing is that they are clean and sturdy. Therefore, be sure to carefully inspect them for any defects: tears, holes, mold, or other defects.
You will also need clean and soft packing paper, newspaper as filler, bubble wrap, tape, and a marker to properly pack a book pack.
It may seem like there’s nothing complicated about this, but proper packing of books involves some nuances that you need to consider. Haphazardly laying out volumes in boxes will lead to wasted time, potential book damage, and frayed nerves.
Before you start laying out the books, reinforce the bottom of each box with tape. Remember that pack books are much heavier than they may seem, so make sure the bottom doesn’t collapse under their weight.
Don’t forget to fill the remaining gaps between the books with bubble wrap, packing paper, and clean fabric to minimize movement during transportation.
Seal the boxes with tape and label them for easy tracking and inventory.
What is the best way to pack books? There are three methods:
Like any other item, books need packaging to preserve their appearance, protect them from moisture and dust, and facilitate transportation organization.
There are different packaging options for book pack:
The experts at Shark Moving know how to ensure the safe transportation of book packs. We will carefully pack each book, applying appropriate methods to avoid any damage during transportation.
Start by preparing cardboard boxes of the right size. Arrange the books vertically to prevent deformation. If the box has empty space, fill it with corrugated cardboard or bubble wrap.
Of course, it is better to pack books separately. If you still plan to place them with other items, ensure they are on the top layer of packaging and well protected from impacts and shifts.
To avoid damaging the books, use high-quality boxes specifically designed for transportation. Pack the editions tightly so they don’t shift inside the box. Protect the books from moisture by using wrap or special containers.
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