Flat screen TVs can be difficult to pack due to their fragileness and large size. Such an expensive belonging of yours should be given much care so that no damage occurs within the process. Follow this step-by-step guide on how to pack up your flat screen so your TV is exactly the way you had it before your move.
Separate any lose items from the screen
Start by taking a picture of the back of you TV so you know exactly where each of your cords went! Then, unplug any cords that are connected to the back of the TV and neatly roll them up and place them in a small bag that is marked “TV cords.” . This way, when you are unpacking all your items, there will be no confusion about where each cord goes. Additionally, pack up all your TV remotes as well and label them too.
Wrap the edges of the TV
It’s a good idea to cover the outer edges of the TV with some sort of padding. This will give the entire TV some additional protection and prevent it from scratching. The padding will keep the TV more secure than ordinary packing peanuts will too.
Find the right box
If you still have the original box that your TV came in when you bought it, then use this box to repackage your TV for moving. However, if you don’t have it anymore, no worries! You can try to find a box almost the same size as your TV, just slightly bigger to allow for you to pack extra padding inside.
Fill the box
Place a small blanket on the bottom of your box to give extra cushioning to the TV before it goes into the box. Then place the TV upright on top of the blanket inside the box. Fill the empty space within the actual screen of the TV and the box with towels, blankets, or any other soft items that you want to take with you for your move. This will prevent the TV from moving side to side and hitting the edges of the box. Finally, cover the remaining space on top of the TV with any additional packing/soft material to ensure your flat screen’s safety. Note: be sure that any blankets or towels are clean and free of debris as you don’t want to scratch your screen during the moving process!
Pack the TV into your Zippy Shell container
Always pack televisions upright, to ensure their safety. Place the box with your TV upright in between other items to reduce the chances of your TV falling over during the move. Label your box too so that you know when you are loading and unloading this box to be extra careful. Contact Zippy Shell today to get a quote on your move!