Here's a quick example of my typical packing method. It hasn't failed me yet (knock on wood). How do you approach packing for your collectibles? Throw your tips in the comments.
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:55 - Paper First!
02:10 - Bubble Wrap Layers
03:30 - Separating items
04:47 - 2-3" of Cushion
05:31 - Packing Tape
06:46 - Air Cushions
07:37 - Closing Tips
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Keep in mind that large collectibles can require a bit more finesse and padding. But, for most small and medium pieces, this approash does the trick. Check it out!
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â–¶ FedEx Packing Guide:
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â–¶ USPS Packing Tips:
Boxes - Choose a box with enough room for cushioning material around the contents. Sturdy paperboard or corrugated fiberboard boxes are best for weights up to 10 pounds. If you are reusing a box, totally remove or obliterate all previous labels and markings with heavy black marker.
You can purchase boxes and tubes of various sizes at most Post Offices. Select Priority Mail Express and Priority Mail boxes are available free at the Post Office for items sent using either of these services. While you are not required to use the free packaging for these services, you must use the USPS-produced address label provided by the Post Office for Priority Mail Express. To order Priority Mail Express or Priority Mail boxes at no extra charge, call 1·800·222·1811 or visit www.usps.com/store.
Padding - Place the cushioning all around your item or items. You can use newspaper, “foam peanuts,” or shredded paper. Close and shake the box to see if you have enough cushioning. If you hear items shifting, add more cushioning.
Labels - Placing an extra address label with the delivery and return addresses inside the package will ensure that the item can be delivered in case the outside label becomes damaged or falls off.
Fragile - Use foamed plastic or padding to protect your items, placing the cushioning inside hollow items as well. Mark the package “Fragile” or mark “Perishable” on packages that contain food or other items that can spoil. Careful packaging is the best way to safeguard your valuable items against damage.
Heavy Items - If you are mailing a very heavy or very dense item, start with a sturdy box, pack the contents securely with a strong material for bracing to prevent shifting, and tape all the edges with reinforced tape. Packages heavier than 70 pounds cannot be mailed.
Sealing - Tape the opening of your box and reinforce all seams with 2-inch-wide tape. Use clear or brown packaging tape, reinforced packing tape, or paper tape. Do not use cord, string, twine, masking, or cellophane tape. Place a strip of clear packaging tape over your label to prevent the address from smearing.
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â–¶ UPS - Quick packing tips:
-Use a rigid box with flaps intact
-Remove any labels, hazardous materials indicators, and other previous shipment markings on the box that are no longer applicable
-Wrap all items separately
-Use adequate cushioning material
-Use strong tape designed for shipping
-Do not use string or paper over-wrap
-Use a single address label that has clear, complete delivery and return information
-Place a duplicate address label inside the package