Short answer: use small, sturdy boxes. Line the bottom with crumpled packing paper, wrap each piece on its own, and stand plates on edge like records instead of stacking them flat. Fill every gap so nothing shifts, tape the box well, and mark it “Fragile – Kitchen”.
What you need
- Small or medium heavy-duty boxes (or dish-pack boxes)
- Plain packing paper (newsprint ink can rub off)
- Bubble wrap for stemware and anything special
- Packing tape and a marker
Step by step: plates
- Tape the bottom of the box with extra strips.
- Add a layer of crumpled paper.
- Wrap each plate in paper, folding the corners over the center.
- Bundle 3 or 4 wrapped plates and wrap the bundle again.
- Stand the bundles on edge.
- Fill gaps with paper until nothing moves when you shake the box gently.
Bowls, glasses and mugs
- Bowls: wrap each one, nest small stacks and wrap the stack.
- Glasses: stuff paper inside, wrap, and pack them rim-down in the top layer.
- Stemware: wrap the stem first, then the bowl, using bubble wrap.
- Mugs: wrap the handle separately.
Let us pack the kitchen
The kitchen is often the room that takes the longest to pack. Our packing and wrapping services can handle just the kitchen, and packing materials are charged only for what you use.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best way to pack plates for moving?
Wrap each plate, bundle a few together, and stand them on edge in a small, well-padded box.
Should I use newspaper to wrap dishes?
Plain packing paper is better, because newsprint ink can rub off.
How many dishes go in one box?
Fill the box until nothing shifts, but keep it light enough to lift easily. Small boxes help.
Can movers pack just my kitchen?
Yes. We offer partial packing, and materials are charged for what you use.
How do I mark dish boxes?
Write “Fragile – Kitchen” and “This side up” on the top and sides.
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