Basic Packing (3 of 7)
How do I pack small objects?
There are a few extra considerations when packing particularly small objects but the basic packing guidelines described previously should also be followed.
- Small objects with no special environmental requirements can be packed in acid-free or crystal boxes.
- Objects should be either cradled in acid-free tissue puff or sitting on a layer of Plastazote® with a Plastazote® support around each object.
- Objects should have an acid-free tissue puff or piece of foam placed over the object.
- Generally, objects should not be placed in layers. However, where this is necessary, rigid acid-free card or another inert material should be placed between layers to spread the weight. More robust objects should be placed at the bottom.
- Fragile objects should always be packed separately so they cannot abrade each other or become tangled. A good way of doing this is to place each object in a crystal box (cradled as described above) and then place all the boxes in one larger box.
