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Protecting the contents of your order is very important and must be considered when packing. During moving, shocks received on the outside of the box can pass through to the contents, causing damage.

Consider the following suggestions when packing your boxes for shipping and storage:

• Use the original boxes to pack computers and other electronics. They are the correct size, and the original packing materials, if kept, will help ensure the safety of the contents.

• Use plastic wrap, towels, blankets, newspapers, or clothes to pack fragile items such as picture frames, mugs, alarm clocks, etc.

• Please make certain that items in the boxes are secure enough to not move around inside. Use clothing, towels, blankets, or crumpled newspaper to fill open spaces.
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BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU PACK THERE ARE SOME THINGS YOU SHOULD NOT SHIP OR STORE WITH STORAGE SCHOLARS BECAUSE WE DO NOT INSURE THEM AGAINST LOSS OR DAMAGE:

• Jewelry, coins, cash, and collectibles.

• Items of intangible or intrinsic value.

• Improperly packed items, including furniture that is not adequately wrapped.

• Food items

• Liquids
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DISTRIBUTE WEIGHT EVENLY:

To avoid over-stressing the boxes (and our hardworking student workers), we suggest that you separate your heavy items into multiple boxes. This will prevent breaking boxes and breaking backs.

• Don’t put all of your books in the same box.

• Mix books with lighter items such as sweaters and bedding. This is also a good way to keep your books in good condition.

• It is also a good idea to place the heavier objects as close to the center of the box as possible to reduce the risk of breaking the box.

• The maximum allowed weight for any box will be 40 pounds. Thoughtful packing will reduce the risk of damage and save you money!