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A Tips Wrap-Up On Shipping Gifts
 

Author: Stacey Moore
To make sure those holiday gifts you ship arrive in shipshape condition, you may want to consider the following tips from the experts:

? Be sure to use shipping boxes that are new or in good shape. Use the right-sized box and avoid overpacking.

? Wrap materials individually in bubble wrap or use Styrofoam inserts so items don't touch each other. Each item should have a minimum of two inches of cushioning on all sides. Fill the box. If you have lots of extra space, items are more likely to shift during shipping.

? To help avoid mix-ups, don't seal the box before attaching the appropriate labels. Also, verify that the recipient's address and ZIP code are complete, correct and legible on the address label. Make sure your full address is complete and legible as well-and add an extra address label inside the package. Remove any old addresses and shipping labels.

? Seal the box using a good- quality shipping tape. Ensure that all seams and flaps are securely taped. For additional reinforcement, apply extra strips of tape to the bottom and top of the box.

Fragile Items

If you plan to send fragile items, you may want to be extra careful when packing. DHL, the shipping company that provided the above tips, has these suggestions for packing fragile items:

? Try double boxing. Pack the item in one box, then place that box in a second, larger box that has about two inches of packing material inside. Fill any remaining space between the boxes with extra packing material.

? Try not to put more than one piece of electronic equipment in a box. Whenever possible, ship such items in their original packaging. If the original packaging is not available, try using Styrofoam insets, molded polystyrene, chemical foam or packing peanuts.

? Mark the outside of the box "FRAGILE."
Author Bio:

Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. EPA and DOE. For more information about ENERGY STAR, visit www.energystar.gov. Using energy efficiently at home can be as easy as changing a light bulb.
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