BOOKS Use small boxes - books are very heavy. Use small magazines to fill in the sides of the box if there is extra space.

CLOTHING Use wardrobe boxes - move clothing on hangers straight from your closet to the wardrobe boxes. Pack folded clothing from any drawers into regular boxes.

MIRRORS Wrap each item in bubble wrap. Use masking tape to place an X across mirrors, or other items such as paintings that have been framed in glass. For extra protection, place in picture/mirror box. Don't forget to label them fragile!

ART Wrap each item in bubble wrap. Use packing paper to fill in void spaces around the artwork inside of the picture box. Side into a picture/mirror box. Remember to label the item's fragile!

ELECTRONICS Wrap each piece in bubble wrap if the original boxes are not available. Next place each piece into a heavy-duty TV box or use a dish pack box.

FURNITURE First take apart and remove any nuts, bolts, and screws from your furniture placing them into a container or zip lock bag. By taking apart what furniture you can it will make things easier to move about. Don't forget to tape shut all drawers and to wrap up any exposed legs on tables and chairs. Use packing paper, bubble wrap, or blankets on the exposed legs.

KITCHEN Put heavy items on the bottom of the dish pack. Wrap fragile items in bubble wrap, fill the bowls with packing paper and remember to put a layer of bubble wrap or cushion foam between each plate or bowl.

APPLIANCES Use packing paper to wrap small appliances and place them into a large or medium box. Be sure to tape the bottom of the box securely. Be sure that your appliances are clean both inside and out and that all cords are tucked inside the box.