| Parkway Van Lines 1199 Newmarket Street Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V1 (613) 744 - 4781 |
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Packing Supplies
Parkway Van Lines, has a complete range of cartons and material specially designed for maximum protection.
PACKING CARTONS
Based on experience, the following chart indicates the quantity and style of cartons recommended for packing an average household:
QUANTITY
| Style of Cartons | Style of Home | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two Bedroom |
Three Bedroom |
Four Bedroom |
Five Bedroom |
||
| China/Dish Pack | 3 - 4 | 3 - 6 | 4 - 7 | 4 - 7 | |
| Small - 2 cu. ft. | 8 -12 | 12 - 16 | 16 - 25 | 20 - 30 | |
| Medium - 4 cu. ft. | 5 - 9 | 10 - 15 | 15 - 20 | 20 - 24 | |
| Large - 5 cu. ft. | 4 - 6 | 6 - 10 | 10 - 14 | 14 - 18 | |
| Mirror/Picture | 3 - 4 | 4 - 6 | 6 - 8 | 7 - 10 | |
| Wardrobe | 2 - 4 | 4 - 6 | 6 - 8 | 7 - 10 | |
| Mattress | 2 - 2 | 3 - 6 | 4 - 8 | 5 - 10 | |
Although the above may be used as a general guideline, adjustments should be made based on items to be packed:
| Style of Carton | General Contents |
|---|---|
| China/Dish pack | china, glass, lamps, small pictures, silverware, bric-a-brac. |
| Small cartons | books, canned and dried goods, shoes, records, tools. |
| Medium cartons | lamp shades, kitchenware, small appliances, hats. |
| Large cartons | linens, blankets, pillows, cushions, lamps, toys. |
| Mirror\picture | mirrors, pictures, glass. |
| Wardrobes | clothes, drapes. |
| Mattresses | crib, single, double, queen, king, box springs. |
PACKING MATERIALS
Parkway Van Lines uses white unprinted newspaper as a good all-purpose wrapping and cushioning material. Printed newspaper, although plentiful, should be used only as an outer wrapping as the printing ink will rub off and can become embedded in fine china. White unprinted newspaper cut into sheets about 24" x 36" is sold per 10 pounds and is available from us at any time.
BLACK FELT MARKER
This, of course, is used for marking your packed cartons. Be sure to put the letters 'P.B.O.' (packed by owner) on your packed cartons so when the van operator takes an inventory of your goods, there won't be any question as to what you packed and what Parkway Van Lines packed. Write your name on each carton, contents, and indicate to which room it should be delivered at the destination - such as the kitchen, the den, dining room, bedroom #one, #two, master bedroom, etc. Mark 'fragile' and 'This side up' on delicate items.
SEALING TAPE
Obtain proper tape from Parkway Van Lines or go to your local hardware/discount department store and purchase gummed or adhesive tape, at least 1 V2 or 2 inches wide to properly seal top and bottom of cartons.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Do not pack dangerous or flammable items such as propane tanks, lighter fluid, paint, oily rags, ammunition, matches, charcoal, pool chemicals, bleach, fertilizers, chemistry sets and acid batteries. All aerosol cans -containing such things as paint spray, oven cleaner, butane lighter fuel, antiperspirant and hair spray will not be accepted for shipping. These cans could explode and cause sever damage to your possessions. If you have any doubt about what may be a potentially dangerous item, call Parkway Van Lines and speak to a relocation consultant before you pack it.
EXCEPTIONAL VALUE ITEMS
Do not pack in your cartons items of exceptional value, such as jewelry, precious stones, coin collections, currency deeds, notes, securities, stocks, bonds, stamp collections, or any articles of intrinsic value. You should take these valuables with you or make other arrangements for their transfer. Be sure to check with your insurance company for coverage.
PERISHABLE ITEMS
Check with Parkway Van Lines for specific information on moving all types of plants, preserves, canned goods, frozen foods and foodstuffs (potatoes, vegetables, etc.).
LIABILITY
Parkway Van Lines or Atlas Van Lines does not assume liability for damage to owner packed items unless there is visible damage to the carton that might possibly indicate mishandling by the carrier.
In addition, items not packed which would usually require carton/crate protection (i.e., mattresses, box spring, marble tables) are also excluded from coverage.
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[ You Pack ] [ How Much ] [ Tips and Hints ]
[ Partners ] [ Storage ] [ Kids ] [ Rights ] [ Usefull Links ] [ Special Needs ]
This site was created and is maintained by:
John Smillie
(613) 724-6259
Send E-mail or Visit my Site