Packing jars: Tips for a Smooth Move

Never place glass rim on glass rim as this increases the risk of scratches and breakages immensely. Instead, use cushioning material such as bubble wrap, tissue paper, or newspaper to securely wrap each glass and absorb shocks during transport. Make sure that the glass floor is also protected. Is that too time-consuming for you? It is easier with special separating inserts for glasses.

Fill gaps in the box with cushioning material such as bubble wrap, wrapping paper or special materials for cavities such as SizzlePak. This ensures that the lenses do not slip back and forth during transport and are therefore better protected. Be sure to place the cushioning materials tightly, but not too tightly, to avoid excessive compression of the lenses.

To minimize the risk of breakage, do not overload the boxes. Heavy jars should be placed at the bottom of the box, while lighter jars should be placed over it. This not only optimises the weight of the carton, but also increases its stability, resulting in a lower risk of damage. Also make sure that the boxes are tightly closed to prevent them from breaking apart during transport.

To prevent heavy objects from pressing too the sensitive glass, it is advisable to pack glass by type – i.e. to pack glass only together with glass and not to mix it with pots or books. This cannot always be implemented consistently in reality. In this case, the following applies again: heavy objects belong at the bottom of the box!

Sometimes the simplest tips are the most important. Always label boxes containing glass accordingly! This is the only way to make sure that the movers are in the know and handle your boxes with appropriate care