House Removal Supplies

For a house removal to go swiftly and efficiently, people not only need the right help, but also the correct kit of removal supplies. The particular range and amount of removal materials depends on the specifics of the actual removal project. Boxes and bubble wrap are amongst the most common and widely used supplies when it comes to preparing for a quick and efficient removal of items and belongings. However, there are a number of other essential supplies which always come in handy at various stages of the removal process.

• Strongwrap removal covers – these are a quite handy and provide an extra level of protection when shifting and transporting delicate items or valuable pieces of furniture. The strongwrap cover is favoured by many professional removal companies in London. Strongwrap covers can be described as padded ‘bags’ fitted over, and fastened around delicate items and furniture. This type of cover provides full protection from dust, scratches and staining. However, this is a soft cover and cannot protect items against crushing. This should be noted when loading and transporting fragile goods.
• Removal blankets – these are considered highly versatile and essential to most removal projects, big or small. The removal blanket is basically a soft cover, made of synthetic fibres which is drawn over different larger items like furniture and appliances to protect against dust and scratches. Removal blankets can also be placed under heavy items to prevent scratching to floors if items are to be dragged across hallways for instance. There are different types of removal blankets (also known as transit blankets). There are standard removal blankets (various sizes), there are cross stich removal blankets (different sizes), there are also paper furniture blankets which are wrapped around smaller items like artwork, chairs, settees etc.
• Clear polyethylene covers – these are much like large sized plastic bags used to protect any type of large item or appliance from dust and water during handling and transit. Clear polyethylene covers come in different sizes and are drawn and fastened tightly around a given object. There are various types and size covers specifically for mattresses, as well as seating furniture.
• Brown Paper – happens to be a very versatile and useful removal material. Brown paper is heavy duty material used to wrap and protect all sorts of items from scratches and dust during the removal process. Brown paper comes in rolls so it gives movers extra flexibility when wrapping odd shaped items. Brown paper comes in a number of strengths ranging from standard to heavy duty, roll sizes also vary. In many instances brown paper can be a suitable alternative to paper removal blankets.

There are many other clever supplies and materials frequently used by professional removal companies in London. If people prefer to do their own packing prior to calling in the movers, most removal service providers are able to deliver a full kit of moving supplies, including the ones mentioned in this article, as well as many more. Having said this, it is recommended to leave packing and securing of high value items to professional removal technicians.