How to Pack a Large Mirror to Move

There's usually at most one large mirror in every house, usually more than one. One is within the bedrooms (of course). Another one is located in the hallway (corridor) near the entrance, or there's one inside the living room or in the spare bedroom.

A mirror play a significant part in our lives and, without a doubt, are utilized daily. This is precisely why when you are moving from one place to another, most people prefer to carry mirrors, particularly when the mirrors are sentimental in any way.

Determine how much you'd like to keep the mirror.

The first step in packing a mirror to move is to determine if it's worth the effort and time to transport and pack your home's furniture to the new residence. Mirrors that are large will require room in the truck, and it's crucial to determine whether it's necessary to move the mirror first.

• Are your large-scale mirrors in good working order and free of any cracks, scratches, or marks on the reflective surface?
  
• Are you aware that there won't even be one large mirror in the new location?
  
• Are the mirrors you plan to move top-quality pieces that you would regret to lose?
  
• Do you think the mirror possesses any sentimental value to you or someone in your family?

If the mirror in question isn't affected in some way, you should undoubtedly pack it up and take it along. In the end, why should you purchase a brand new mirror following the move when you already have one in good condition?

Make sure you have the correct mirror packing equipment.

In the next stage, gathering the packing supplies, you'll require to secure your mirror to ensure it is safe for transport. Be aware that the correct steps to pack will ensure the mirror's arrival intact, which means you'll require the appropriate packing materials before moving on to the actual packing stage for your mirror.

The most important materials to pack for moving a large mirror include:

• A mirror box. You'll need to buy specialized mirror boxes for each mirror you're carrying. Find out why a box for mirrors is the best option for transporting something as delicate as mirrors between houses.
• Kraft paper. It's a form of wrapping paper that's denser and stronger than normal soft-packing paper. It's white and soft. Kraft paper is generally brown and can offer excellent protection to glass, which is extremely fragile.
• Cardboard. You'll need a huge piece of cardboard to shield the mirror's reflective surface.
• Bubble wrap. Bubble wrap can create an excellent layer of protection above the paper wrapping.
• Painter's tape. Also called masking tape, you'll require this type of tape to shield the breakable glass area of the mirror.
• Packaging tape. A roll of packing tape will work just perfectly.
• Permanent marker. For labelling the mirror box after you've put it in.