How to Pack Fragile Items: A Step-by-Step Guide

Glassware, dishes, decor, and electronics can arrive safely—if you pack them right. Here’s a practical method our crews use every day.

What you’ll need

• Sturdy small/medium boxes

• Bubble wrap or foam sheets

• Packing paper, tape, marker

• Dividers for glasses (optional)

• Towels or soft clothing as fillers

• Stretch wrap for bundles + “Fragile/This Side Up” labels

Step‑by‑step method

• Pad the bottom. Add a 2–3 inch cushion of crumpled paper or bubble wrap.

• Wrap each item individually. For glass/ceramic, start with paper, then add bubble if needed.

• Stand plates vertically. Use foam sheets between each plate.

• Fill all gaps. Use soft items or paper so nothing can shift.

• Double‑box delicate sets. Small box inside a slightly larger one with padding on all sides.

• Seal and label clearly. Mark room + “Fragile • This Side Up” on two sides and the top.

Packing specific items

• Glasses & stemware: Wrap stems separately, then the whole glass; keep upright and fill

  voids.

• TVs & monitors: Original box is best; otherwise protect the screen with foam and keep

  upright.

• Dishes & bowls: Nest with paper between layers; heavier items at the bottom.

• Vases & decor: Fill hollow spaces first, then wrap; consider double‑boxing.

Moving day handling

• Load fragile boxes last so they come off first.

• Keep upright arrows facing the correct direction.

• Use straps to prevent shifting during transport.

• Never stack heavy boxes on top of fragile ones.