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How to pack a mirror for moving

To prevent chips, cracks, or breaking, moving mirrors calls for a little additional caution. Your mirrors will arrive at your new house in fine shape if you know how to pack them for moving. Taking the proper precautions will ensure that your mirrors are safe during the relocation, whether you’re moving locally or hiring a packers and movers Toronto for a more longer move. Use our moving house packing instructions to assist you in packing your priceless belongings for your relocation.


Instructions for packing a mirror for a move

Because mirrors are delicate and frequently have unusual shapes, it is essential to pack them properly. To guarantee that your mirrors are safe and secure throughout transportation and reach your new location in perfect shape, follow our detailed guide.

1. Assemble the appropriate packing supplies
To guarantee that your mirror is well preserved, you will need premium packing supplies:

  • Foam sheets or bubble wrap
  • Tape gun and packing tape
  • Corner protectors (cardboard or foam)
  • sturdy, thick moving blankets or cardboard
  • Flattened cardboard sheets or a mirror box
  • Labeling markers or “fragile” labels
  • Some of these things may be supplied by our professional Movers, and they may also assist you in packing larger mirrors with the appropriate moving covers.Because the mirrors are naturally hefty, use caution when moving them. Since you are essentially moving glass, have assistance moving the mirror rather than trying to do it yourself. You should also wear appropriate safety footwear.
  1. Before packing, get the mirror ready
  • To get rid of any dust or smudges, clean the mirror.
  • Using masking or painter’s tape, firmly apply a “X” or a grid pattern across the glass. If the mirror is damaged in transit, this little action will help keep it from breaking.
  • Each package should only include one mirror.

3. Keep the corners safe

Mirrors with corners and edges are more susceptible. To cushion these places, use corner protectors made of cardboard or foam. In the absence of corner protectors, securely tape the corners after wrapping them in bubble wrap. It’s crucial to cushion the edges of mirrors with odd shapes, such as teardrop or circular mirrors. Never be afraid to use a lot of tape.

 4. Cover the mirror.
Lay a layer of foam sheets or bubble wrap over the entire mirror. Think about adding additional layers of cushioning if your mirror is large. To keep the wrapping in place, secure it with tape.
If you don’t have the original packaging, you can make a safe cocoon for your mirror by cutting two pieces of cardboard to fit front and back. Wrap the mirror once more with moving blankets or flattened cardboard sheets for further protection. Using your bubble wrap, blankets, and additional packing supplies, create a tiered look

5. Put the mirror inside a container.

Place the wrapped mirror into the box, if you have one, and secure it with tape. If not, sandwich the mirror between two thick cardboard pieces and tape them together. To stop the mirror from moving inside the box, surround it with cushioning materials like paper or foam.

6. Put a label on the box.
Mark which side of the box should stay upright and clearly label it “Fragile – Mirror.” This will guarantee that it is handled carefully by our North york movers. The team can better identify which things require extra care during the relocation by properly labeling them.