Learn how to box.

Use good quality storage boxes (we sell sturdy cardboard and plastic boxes)
Fill boxes to capacity, as partially full or bulging boxes may tip or collapse
Pack heavy items into small boxes so they're easy to lift
Label or number boxes so it's easier to find your things later
Write a comprehensive list of your stored items and keep it in a safe place at home
Protect your fragile goods with bubble wrap
Wrap dishes and glasses in tissue paper or bubble wrap before storing
Clean your garden equipment before storing it
Wrap table legs with bubble wrap before storing them
Wardrobe boxes allow you to store your clothing on hangers which keeps their shape
Place heavy or bulky items in the room first to provide a good stacking base
Plan your storage space - put those items that you need to get to most often near the front, close to the door
To maximise space stack similar sized boxes together
Do not place heavy items on sofas or mattresses
Always place a protective cover over your soft furnishings
Stack chairs seat to seat with cloth or paper to separate them
Secure and protect white goods from scatches with shrink wrap during transportation
Leave refrigerator or freezer doors open for ventilation when storing
Wrap pictures and mirrors, then stack them on their end in boxes marked 'fragile'
To aid ventilation, avoid stacking or leaning furniture against outside walls
Cover your goods with dust sheets to protect against dust