How to Wrap Mirrors for Moving

When moving to new premises, you must ensure everything is packed correctly to avoid breakages and losses. A Plus Moving is a fully licensed company that takes pride in offering quality and affordable residential and commercial moving services, aditional services like packing and unpacking. One of the questions that clients ask when prepping for a move is how to wrap mirrors for moving.

Indeed, mirrors are delicate and need to be handled with great care. Otherwise, if the mirrors break, shards of glass could cut the movers or you when packing or unpacking.

In this guide, you’ll find the safest and most effective ways to pack and transport mirrors of any size, with simple tips to help even novice movers.

How to Protect Mirror Corners

Packing a large mirror is difficult compared to smaller mirrors, especially because of the many corners. You don’t need to prep the mirror if it’s housed in a frame, but if not, you should buy cardboard or rubber mirror corner protectors. You can buy them online or request the moving company to provide them.

Prevent the Mirror Shattering When Moving

Shocks during transit can result in mirror shattering. Prevent this by covering the mirror’s surface using masking tape. Buy enough masking tape to form an X-shape on the mirror running from adjacent corners. Apart from preventing shattering, the masking tape safeguards the frame’s integrity.

 

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Pack the Mirror

Wrap the mirror in protective layers using foam, bubble wrap, and cardboard for maximum safety during transit.

Foam Sheets:

1. Use First – Place directly on the mirror surface.
2. Foam provides soft, even cushioning to protect against scratches and absorbs small shocks. It’s especially useful for frameless or delicate mirrors.

Bubble Wrap:

1. Use Second – Wrap over the foam layer. Ensure the bubbles face inward toward the mirror for better cushioning.
2. Bubble wrap adds padding and absorbs impact during movement. Always wrap with the bubbles facing inward and secure with tape.

Cardboard Sheets

1. Use Last – Sandwich the wrapped mirror between two pieces.
2. Cardboard gives structure and protects against bending or punctures. Ideal for keeping everything rigid and stackable.

If you’re working with a tight budget, even using two out of three materials (e.g., bubble wrap + cardboard) can offer solid protection. The key is to ensure no part of the mirror is exposed and that layers are secured tightly but not so tightly that they create pressure on the glass.

Remember to Label the Mirror

Labeling helps prevent confusion during the unpacking and packing process by guiding the movers in handling the different packages. Once you are done wrapping the mirror, label the package as fragile using capital letters. The label should be on both sides for easier identification regardless of how the movers carry it to the house.

Ensure It’s Loaded Properly

The above steps to pack mirrors for moving will significantly reduce the risk of breakage and shattering. However, all the hard work will be in vain if the mirrors are not loaded properly in the moving truck.

The rule of thumb is that the mirrors should be transported in an upright position and, if possible, placed between other stacked boxes. The boxes will protect the mirrors from shocks and prevent movement during transit. These boxes shouldn’t be too close together as they could exert unnecessary pressure on the mirror resulting in breakage.

Safety Tips for Packing and Moving Mirrors

1. Wear protective gloves: Prevent cuts from sharp edges or broken glass by using thick, cut-resistant gloves.
2. Avoid over-tightening tape: Too much pressure can crack the mirror. Tape should be snug, not tight.
3. Lift with caution: Always carry mirrors upright with two hands. Never lay them flat—it increases the risk of breakage.
4. Don’t stack heavy items on top: In the moving truck, place mirrors upright between soft items or boxes, and never under anything heavy.

Final Thoughts

By using the right materials and following these steps, you can ensure your mirrors arrive at your new home intact and damage-free. For greater peace of mind, consider a local moving with professional assistance. You can also find out the average cost of moving services on our blog.

Get in touch with A Plus Moving Group today by calling (800) 919-6332 for professional moving services. We look forward to being at your service.