How to Pack Fragile Items for a House Move

By the Movers.lk team · Updated 2026-10-14

Get the right materials

• Strong double-wall cartons, not used supermarket boxes.
• Bubble wrap, packing paper or newspaper, and good tape.
• A marker pen and FRAGILE labels.

Plates, bowls and glasses

• Wrap each piece individually in paper or bubble wrap.
• Stand plates on their edge like records, never flat.
• Fill gaps with crumpled paper so nothing moves.
• Put heavier items at the bottom and lighter ones on top.

TVs, mirrors and frames

• Use the original box if you still have it.
• Protect corners with cardboard or foam and wrap in bubble wrap.
• Mark the box THIS WAY UP and FRAGILE on several sides.

Electronics

• Take a photo of cable connections before unplugging.
• Back up computers and remove ink cartridges from printers.
• Pack cables in labelled bags taped to each device.

Let the professionals help

• Our packing service can pack only your fragile items while you pack the rest.