Packing picture frames for moving

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Packing pictures and mirrors for moving is no child's play. Here's how to protect your framed items so that they survive the move in one piece.

How to pack framed art for a move | Packing and Moving Tips | Portland, Oregon

How to pack frames and mirrors

Moving Tip: When transporting large mirrors, use a few pieces of painters tape to reinforce the glass to keep it from breaking.

We’re not going to sugar-coat it: Moving is the worst. There’s nothing fun about having to play Tetris with your belongings and all the clutter that comes with it, only to have to unpack it all a day later. And while there is no magic solution to getting around packing—other than paying an arm and a leg for a moving service—there are some shortcuts that can make the process a little easier.

If you have ever broken the glass in your favorite picture frame or shattered your most treasured mirror, you already know the importance of carefully packing fragile items. Here are some tips that our team at You Move Me Vancouver have put together to help you properly pack your picture frames and mirrors.

Artwork and picture frames are bound to shatter or damage if they aren't packed properly during a move.

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