Shipping items across Canada, United States. or overseas can take its toll on packaging. To ensure your precious items are safely delivered to its destination, here are some great packaging tips for you:
- Do not wrap packages with Kraft or wrapping paper. The paper may tear off in transit, leaving your package unlabeled and unable to reach its delivery destination.
- No not secure your package with twine or string. This may tear off during shipping, leaving your contents unsecured.
- Ensure your items are fully cushioned. It’s better to over-protect then under-protect.
- Electronic items should be double boxed. Original packaging will not offer enough protection when sent through the conveyor systems used by all couriers. If shipping an electronic item in its original box, place this box and its contents into a larger corrugate box, and ensure that the appropriate cushioning materials are used to protect your items.
- Fragile items should be sent via air service to minimize time in transit and reduce possibility of damage.
With these handy tips, your items should arrive undamaged to its destination. If time is short, The UPS Store #453 can professionally pack and ship your items for you.