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Packing Tips
Use the appropriately sized
boxes.
Never use newspaper to
wrap your posessions. Due to the open grain construction of
newspaper, the inks used in the printing process are not dried.
The ink will rub off and stain anything wrapped in it. Always
use clean, white paper for packing.
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Protecting Wool
Moth. Scourge of the sweater
drawer. Moth larvae spend more than half their life cycle
consuming wool and specialty fibres like cashmere. Their cocoons
are hard to spot because they incorporate your sweaters fibres
into their construction. Perspiration salts and food stains
attract moths.
The surest way to protect
knits is to dry-clean each garment before storing.
The same goes for wool
carpets. Carpets destined for storage should be cleaned and
wrapped by professionals.
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Tips To Simplify Your Move
- Give yourself
time to organize your move.
- Try to spread
out the work. Pack a few boxes every day a month before
moving.
- Confirm movers.
If using professional movers try not to move on their very
busy days, near the beginning or end of each month.
- Confirm storage
size and availability.
- Determine packing
accessories you will need: bubble pack, tape, drop cloths,
mattress and furniture covers and packing boxes.
- Have a garage
sale or donate unneeded items.
- Discard all
flammables, such as paint and gasoline, at the appropriate
recycling facilities.
PLEASE DO NOT STORE
FOOD.
The following food items should NEVER be stored in a locker:
- Dog food, cat food, bird seed or any
other pet food
- Spices
- Flour, rice, any type of grain or
legumes
- Cereal, biscuit mix, cake mix
- Sugar
- Pot Pourri - usually made of dried
petals and spices
- Camping Gear Check for food
products before storage
- Christmas decorations made of food:
- Popcorn/cranberry strings
- Bread dough ornaments
- Wreaths with candy
- Wreaths with nuts, fruits popcorn
or other perishables
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