When you're gaathering items things for shipment, you may notice that there are a couple of different methods you can use to protect your items while they are in transit. You can pack your items in a cardboard box or you can have a custom crate constructed for your shipment. There are a number of differences between crating and packing in Houston, so you should carefully consider the method that will work best for you.
When you have a crate made, it's constructed exactly to the measurements of your shipment. Any time you're packing delicate items, they should be packed tightly to ensure that there's no movement during shipping. A custom crate that is constructed exactly to the measurements of your shipment helps ensure that you won't need to come up with extra packing material to fill in the corners that your item doesn't quite reach. This is particularly crucial for shipping paintings and other works of art, which need to be completely supported to make sure that they arrive in perfect condition at their destination.
A custom constructed crate provides an additional layer of protection. Since crates are constructed out of wood, they're both heavier and stronger than packing your items in a cardboard box for shipment. Most crates begin with an outer wooden layer, then they are specially padded with a layer of foam to ensure the best possible protection for your shipment. That means that your item will be completely prevented from moving during shipment and cushioned during the transportation process, so no matter what happens around the box, your item will be safe. Different types and degrees of padding should be added depending on the item inside, so you should be sure that your shipping company is familiar with the type of item that you're shipping.
Reusable crates make it easy to pack up your materials and ship them again. In many cases, a shipment is made to move items temporarily from one location to another. For example, you might need to construct a special exhibit for a museum or other location, prepare paintings or sculptures for an art show, or prepare for another event. When your event is over, you'll have to pack those items back up and ship them again. With custom constructed crates, it's easy to place your items back in their original shipping containers and pack them up to be sent on their way again.
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