Moving can be a big job. Books are heavy and can tear if they are not packed right. At Dab Movers Inc, we help you pack books so they stay safe. 

First, gather your supplies. You need small boxes. Big boxes can get too heavy and break. You need packing paper or clean sheets of paper. You need tape and a marker. You need labels. This is all you need to pack books the right way.

Sort your things:

Next, sort your books. Put books of the same size together. Small paperbacks go in one stack. Large hardcovers go in another. This makes it easy to pack boxes that do not tip over. It also helps the books fit neatly.

Wrap it all:

After sorting, wrap each book if it is special. For old or rare books, wrap the cover in paper. This keeps the cover from scratching. For most books, you can skip wrapping. Just make sure they are clean and dry.

Get ready to move:

Now you are ready to pack the box. Lay a layer of paper or a towel on the bottom. This gives a soft base. Then place the heaviest books on the bottom. Stand them up like they are on a shelf. The spines should face down or to the side. Do not lay them flat. Flat books can bend under their own weight.

If you have thin books or paperbacks, lay them flat on top if you run out of room standing up. But try to keep most books standing. Fill any gaps with crumpled paper. This stops the books from moving in the box. Moving books can get damaged at the edges.

Once the box is full, add another layer of paper on top. Close the flaps. Tape the box shut. Do not overstuff the box. If it is too full, it may burst. If it is too heavy, it may break when you carry it.

Label them well:

Label the box clearly. Write “Books” on the side. If the books are in good condition, you can write “Fragile.” Write the room where the books will go. This makes unpacking simple. Your movers or friends will know where to put the box.

When you load the truck, put the book boxes on the floor. Do not stack too many boxes on top of them. Heavy furniture can crush books. Keep the boxes in a cool, dry spot. Heat and moisture can warp pages and covers.

If you have shelves that you want to move, you can leave some books on them. Just make sure the shelves will be lifted straight up. Books can fall off if the shelves tilt. Better yet, take all books off the shelves and pack them in boxes.

When you arrive at your new home, move the boxes inside right away. Do not leave them in a hot or damp garage. Unpack the books soon. This keeps them from getting musty or warped.

In the new room, unpack one box at a time. Place the books back on the shelf the same way they went in. This makes the shelf look neat. It also lets air move between the books so they dry fully.

Final thoughts:

At Dab Movers Inc, we know how much your books mean to you. We have packed and moved thousands of books. We use strong boxes and good care. We make sure your books arrive safe.

Follow these steps and your books will stay in great shape. With small boxes, paper, and simple packing steps, you can protect your books. Enjoy your move and enjoy your books in your new home. Remember, when you need help, call Dab Movers Inc. We make moving easy and simple.