Packing bottles in moving boxes

If you have wine bottles, similarly shaped vases, and larger figurines, then you have a few options. We recommend the heavy duty moving boxes because of their strength and size. You may be able to get larger sized cell dividers to fit your needs; or alternatively, your local liquor and wine shop will be glad to give you boxes with the dividers already in them: for free. The only problem with using their containers is the element of surprise. You don’t know how old the cardboard box is, where it was stored, or the integrity of the seams. Be wary.
What to ship and what to carry, is always a question. Moving and storage companies do not like to move bottles that have previously been opened; even if you can secure the cap well. The problem is movement and changes in temperature that effect the contents of the product once it has been exposed to air. They have a point. You will want to consider packing all the sealed bottles separate from the ones already opened. Take those opened ones yourself or give to a good friend. 
Fine wine connoisseurs would bristle at the thought of sending their prized nectar on a moving van. Should this be the case, take it with you and make sure the well-packed moving kits rests on thick padding or foam where it may be kept free from high temperatures.
Each bottle should be individually wrapped in newspaper, and bubble wrap as needed, prior to placing in the cells. All cells need to be filled before taping the cardboard box well. Fill in vacant cells with crushed newspaper, towels, etc. Also assure the weight is evenly distributed within the moving box.

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