Shipping tips and guides to help you send items safely and successfully.
Photographs are the best way to preserve memories. A beautifully framed photograph of a loved one makes a unique gift for any occasion. When sending a framed photograph, some precautions are required as the frame glass can easily get broken and damage the picture with the shards. Here are tips on how to properly pack […]
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Shipping rates can get a little exorbitant! For cheapskates such as my self, I’d do everything to cut on my shipping costs. Here are some practical and creative packing tips that will help save a few dollars on your shipping expenses. Use balloons as a filler. Just inflate them and use them as packing air
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Sewing machines come in a variety of types, sizes, and weights. But this packing and shipping guideline can be used for any kind of sewing machine. The idea is to provide enough padding to cushion the fragile machine in case of falls and rough handling during transport. Here are practical tips on how to properly
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Packing a winter coat can get a bit complicated. You want to make sure that the item is properly packed to ensure that it arrives without any damage. The key to successfully ship a winter coat is finding a properly-sized and sturdy cardboard shipping box. Pick a box that is not too small and cramped
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The United States Postal Service prohibits the shipping of any nail products that are flammable/liquid/fluids to any local or international destination via air transport. Violation of this rule is federal offense and punishable by fines and imprisonment. Only corporations or individuals with proper licenses and permits are allowed to ship these kind of items through
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It is a given that a microscope is a fragile device that requires utmost caution when being shipped. Microscopes are consisted of very delicate parts that need to be protected from dirt and cushioned from falls and rough handling. Here are some tips on safely packing and shipping a microscope. Remove all optics such as
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A baseball bat is one item that is very easy to ship. But because of its odd shape, it’s still a conundrum for some on how to properly pack it for shipping. Here are some tips on how to pack and ship a baseball bat. Even if it is a not fragile item, it is
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Live anthurium plants are great gifts for someone who loves flowering plants and gardening in general. These plants are easy to grow and propagate. They also come in a wide variety of bloom colors, shapes and sizes. Anthuriums are also easy to ship and sturdy enough to withstand the rough shipping environment as long as
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Neckties are usually made of luxurious fabrics like silk. High-quality ties can fetch as much as $200 dollars! Ties are supposed to have “rolled” edges. But when improperly packed for shipping, silk ties can get ruined as the lining will be compressed, and the edges will be creased. Here are some tips on how to
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Although vinyl records do not break easily, the soft material can easily get scratched. They can also be warped by heat or exposure to sunlight. Vinyl readily acquires a static charge, attracting dust that could cause audio clicks and pops. Thus, vinyl LP’s must be properly packed before shipping to ensure that they arrive in
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Cymbals are pretty simple to ship. However, precautions must still be observed in packing it before shipping to prevent any damage such as dents and bents. Here is how to properly pack and ship cymbals. Place the cymbal in a plastic bag and seal with tape. Then, wrap it in at least 2 layers of
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Like any other electronic device, a hard disc must be properly packed before shipping. Here are some tips on how to properly pack and ship a hard disc. The first step is to wrap it in an anti-static bag. These bags are usually plastic (PET) and prevent damage caused by electrostatic discharge. Seal the bag
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Live herb plants are great gifts for someone who enjoys both cooking and gardening. However, sending out a live herb requires a bit more of caution than just putting it on a box and mailing it to your loved one. A live herb plant must be properly packed so it will arrive fresh and ready
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Ferrets are among the most popular household pets in the US. They are energetic and curious creatures. Ferrets love to play with humans and must be released from their cages to exercise and satisfy their abundant curiosity daily. They are very easy to take care of but future owners mus be warned: ferrets love to
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Having second thoughts on shipping an important manuscript? Don’t worry, it is safe and easy to send out your manuscript as long as you follow the proper procedures so that it arrives without unwanted folds, creases, and damage. The key is to place the manuscript in an appropriate container such as an appropriate-sized padded mailer.
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One of the important factors to ensure that any shipment will arrive safe and undamaged is by using sturdy corrugated shipping boxes. These boxes are readily available in most shipping supplies stores. However, why spend extra money on containers when when you can get free shipping boxes? Here are some tips on where to get
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Even if snowboards are used to slide down snow-covered slopes, they still need proper packing before shipping. Yes, they are sturdy enough to withstand the rigorous and rough shipping environment but they still need protection to ensure that they arrive un-chipped, scratch-free, and in good condition. Here are some tips on how to ship a
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They are colorful, sociable, affectionate and they can talk (or at least imitate human voices)! These are just some of the traits of the parrot that endear it to pet lovers. They are relatively easy to take care of and breed. Shipping live birds through the United States postal service is highly illegal and could
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To make sure that your horn arrives safely and can still make beautiful music and not a mass of dented brass, it must be properly packed for shipping. Here are practical tips on how to pack and ship a French horn safely. When shipping in a case, wrap the horn in bubble wrap first before
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Packing a printer with used ink cartridges properly must be taken seriously when shipping to avoid unnecessary accidents that could stain or even ruin a good printer. The following are simple tips on how to properly pack and ship a printer and ink cartridges. Remove the cartridge from the printer and put it inside a
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