Essential Moving Supplies

It’s no secret that moving is a hassle. But it doesn’t have to be as bad as you think. With the right moving supplies on hand, you’ll be set up in your new office or home before you know it. Read on to learn more.

What Packing Supplies Do You Need For Moving?

There is a wide variety of helpful tools and supplies available at Staples that can make the moving process more bearable for you. It’s important to start off on the right foot and make the chore of moving as easy as possible. We listed out several essentials below to make your packing and moving experience a breeze.

Protective Packing Materials For Moving

Get the peace of mind that your valuable items will make it from Point A to Point B without sustaining damage. Staples offers easy and effective protective supplies for packing.

• Bubble rolls for shipping and packing peanuts help protect fragile goods, providing a soft cushion that keeps them from breaking and supplies protection against the box.
• Moving pads keep larger appliances and furniture from scratches and dents.
• Protective mattress and appliance covers keep your appliances safe.

Packing Tools

No one wants to fight the packaging to make it work for their needs, and yet we’ve all been there. With these tools from Staples, it’s easy to work with your packing materials and find a snug fit for each item you need to move. Here are the most important tools to have:

• Scissors make your life easier, especially when unpacking.
• Shipping and packing tape is the most common tape for sealing boxes and packing supplies for moving.
• Moving gloves are important for protecting your hands from heavy boxes and helping to grip items on hot days.
• Wardrobe hangers are important for hanging clothes that shouldn’t be folded in boxes.

What Different Types of Moving Boxes Will You Need?

Boxes are the most important moving materials, so make sure you are stocked up and have a range of sizes. Depending on what size and weight of objects you are packing, the right moving box can make all the difference. At Staples, there are many moving boxes to choose from.

• Large boxes are ideal for lightweight and medium-weight goods like lampshades, pillows, bedding and clothing.
• Medium-sized boxes tend to be the most commonly used moving boxes for packing supplies and are ideal for small kitchen appliances and other household items.
• Small moving boxes are best for heavy items such as books.
• Maximum strength moving boxes are ideal for expensive and valuable items like electronics or valuables.

What Moving Supplies Are Eco-Friendly?

Depending on the item, many brands offer eco-friendly packing supplies made from recycled materials. Most cardboard boxes are recyclable to reduce the impact on the environment. To determine whether or not a product is recyclable or contains recycled content, check the brand label.