Best Type of packing tape when moving?

Getting ready to move seems to be a simple matter of throwing everything into boxes and getting it on moving van. Moving companies can charge a lot for packing, which includes – but is not limited to – time and labor, boxes, bubble wrap, foam, and packing tape.

You can save a nice chunk of change by doing your own packing and clearly labeling the boxes with the rooms where they need to be unloaded. Naturally, you should use sturdy double or triple wall boxes, whatever void fill and padding need to secure your possessions, but when it comes to picking a packing tape things can get a little complicated.

Right Tape, Wrong Tape

There are a number of external factors that dictate what tape will function best in which circumstances. Temperature, humidity, adhesive, width, and grade. The higher the grade of the tape, the stickier and stronger it is. Consider what is going into the box before taking a grade of tape. You may even want to use several different types according to what’s in the box and where the box is going – for instance you would use a different grade of tape for boxes being stored in a shed, garage, or storage space then you would for boxes that would be unpacked immediately or shortly after arrival.

●        Standard shipping tape: This kind of tape is designed to take a lot of handling and is generally used by companies that ship a lot of packages. It is usually a hot melt adhesive and comes in widths of 2 to 3 inches. It is typically dispensed with the tape gun and applied directly to boxes.

●        Moving and storage tape: This tape is generally an acrylic adhesive, thicker and heavier than standard shipping tape. It is made to handle high and low temperatures, as well as remaining sticky in high humidity. This type of tape also requires a tape gun or dispenser.

●        Reinforced tapes: For very heavy objects a thick, fiber-embedded tape is the way to go. This tape is even thicker than moving and storage tape, and has fiberglass, hemp, or other fibers embedded for extra strength. It can be tricky to handle but a tape gun is not required - though it may be convenient.

Pick a Solid Supplier

Buying boxes, tape, and void fill from a mover or storage facility might be convenient, but you won’t be paying a serious markup. To save money and get the best quality packing supplies, look for a commercial packaging company that specializes in shipping supplies. You will be able to fill all your packing needs in one stop and can even get it delivered to your front door.

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