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Hubcaps, also called wheel cover or wheel trim, are decorative disks attached on car wheels. They can be made from stainless steel, aluminum, carbon fiber and even plastic. If you are planning to ship hubcaps, here are some tips to consider to ensure that they arrive without any damage. Hubcaps are pretty sturdy but still […]
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You are moving to a new location and want to take your tempered glass tabletop with you? Transporting the fragile glass item safely may look like an impossible task. But knowing the right way to pack it will ensure that it will arrive in its new destination safely and not in a heap of broken
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If you can ship a guitar without encountering any problems, it is much easier to pack and ship a ukelele. It is smaller in size (particularly the soprano or standard type) and can be easily packed in a box. But just like any other musical instrument, the ukelele should have sufficient padding to ensure that
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Truffles, the fungi and not the chocolate treats, are highly prized food items. They are held in high esteem in Middle Eastern, French, Spanish, Italian and Greek cooking because of the exotic flavor they give to dishes. They grow underground, usually under trees known for hosting them. Truffles come in different varieties, all of which
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An heirloom Bible, one that is passed down from one generation to another, is considered as one of the most precious and invaluable possession a Christian family can own. Highly revered and well taken care of, an heirloom Bible can last for eternity. However, time can take its toll on any Bible. You can protect
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Many people are starting to make their own pasta as they prefer the taste and texture of homemade pasta over the commercially available ones. Some even make pasta-making a lucrative home business. Homemade pasta can be easily and safely shipped elsewhere as long as you follow certain precautions. For one, they must be shipped in
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Computer keyboards are fragile electronic devices that can be damaged if not protected from any form of impact during shipping. If you are planning to ship a computer keyboard, here are some tips you should consider to ensure that the item arrives in its destination safely and without any damage. If sending a used keyboard,
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Antique and specialty clocks, such as Ships Bell Clocks, can get very expensive. They are known for their precise time-keeping capabilities and exquisite craftsmanship, making them highly attractive among collectors. Because of their age and complicated mechanisms, these antique clocks are fragile and must be handled with utmost care when being transported. When being shipped,
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Proper packing precautions must be followed when shipping sharp objects like darts, knives, scissors, corkscrews or any other items with sharp points or blades. These items can puncture the box or other contents of the package, leading to damage or even loss. Worse, a shipper can also be held liable for any injury that a
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Paintball guns or markers are not classified as firearms and can be easily shipped without any problems in the post office or in any carrier as long as you have it packed properly. To be safe, avoid placing labels with the word “gun” on the package to avoid any issues. If any of the post
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Cue sticks, whether for the pool, snooker or billiards, are typically made from wood covered or bonded with other materials such as graphite, carbon fiber or fiberglass. They are usually about 58 inches long and weighs around 510–600 grams. Most cues come in two pieces, attached at a joint with a screw and thread mechanism,
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Bubble wrap is one of the most versatile packing materials around. Aside from cushioning fragile items and protecting them from impact during transport, bubble wrap can also keep products safe from the elements when properly sealed with packaging tape. They can also be used to fill spaces within a package to keep the items in
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As an eBay seller, it is your responsibility to ensure that the item you sold arrives in your buyer’s destination in good condition and well within the period of time indicated. At the same time, you also have to keep shipping costs to a minimum to get maximum profit from your items. Here are some
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Handheld video game consoles like Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation Vita are small enough making them very simple to ship. They can easily fit in envelopes or boxes and are sturdy enough to withstand the rigors of shipping (they are designed with kids in mind hence they are built to survive rough handling). But it is
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The success of many eBay sellers have prompted many individuals to venture into an eBay business as well. Online selling has become a cost-effective alternative to having a physical retail business as you don’t have to set up and manage a physical store, deal with all the expenses that comes in maintaining an establishment and
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Apples, just like any other fruit, can rot and get bruised during transit if they are improperly packed. If you are planning to ship fruits from your backyard apple tree to friends or loved ones elsewhere, here are some tips on how to properly pack and ship apples to ensure that they arrive in the
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Shampoos, conditioners and other toiletries such as lotions and moisturizing creams can be safely shipped as long as they are properly packed. A lot of commercially-available personal care products are packaged in plastic containers that are not sturdy enough and can get damaged from impact due to falls and bumps. A package will surely encounter
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Good boots are not cheap, especially leather ones. They must be packaged properly to prevent damaging the material or deforming the shoes. Whether sending work boots or fashionably high-heeled ones, here are some tips on how to properly pack and ship boots to ensure that they arrive in good condition. When shipping previously used boots,
Car bumpers are some of the most intimidating items to ship because of their sizes and shapes. They are so bulky and irregularly-shaped that its impossible to find a box which can accommodate such items and protect them against any damage such as scratches and dents during transit. However, it is not impossible to ship
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Baseball caps have become more than just part of a baseball player’s uniform. This head gear is now a ubiquitous fashion accessory among many individuals. These caps come in a variety of designs, materials, colors, sizes and price ranges and make great gifts for all occasions, whether the recipient is young or old, male or
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