How to Pack Glassware and Kitchen Items for Moving
How to Pack Glassware and Kitchen Items for Moving
Protect your plates, mugs, glasses and cookware with these essential packing tips.
Introduction
Your kitchen is packed with fragile, awkwardly shaped, and oddly sized items — from wine glasses to casserole dishes. Without care, these are the things most likely to get broken in a move. The good news? You don’t need fancy inserts or plastic tubs — just strong boxes, proper wrap, and smart packing.
Here’s how to pack your kitchenware safely and efficiently.
1. Choose the Right Box Sizes
Use a mix of small and medium boxes to keep weight balanced and allow for proper wrapping and padding.
Recommended Products:
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Small 40L Moving Box → Ideal for heavy kitchen items like glassware, mugs, and utensils.
- Medium 58L Moving Box → Perfect for plates, bowls, pantry goods, and small appliances.
2. Wrap Every Item Individually
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Use packing paper or bubble wrap to wrap glassware, mugs, and dishes.
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Don’t leave exposed surfaces — even if the items seem durable.
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Nest bowls or glasses together with padding between layers.
3. Use a Layered Method
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Bottom layer: Crumpled paper or tea towels for shock absorption.
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Middle: Heavier items like plates or cookware.
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Top: Lighter items like cups or plastic containers.
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Fill any gaps to stop shifting in transit.
4. Keep Similar Items Together
Pack items by type and room — e.g.
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A box just for plates.
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A box just for glassware.
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A box for pantry items.
It’ll make unpacking much easier.
5. Label Each Box Clearly
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Write “Fragile – Kitchen”
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Include the contents (e.g. Wine Glasses, Plates, Spices)
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Use arrows for orientation if you’ve packed anything upright
Bonus Tip: Pack Essentials Separately
Set aside one small box with:
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A kettle
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A few mugs and plates
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Cutlery
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Tea/coffee
Label it “Open First – Kitchen” so you don’t have to unpack five boxes just to find a cup of tea.
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