Bubble wrap is a great way to securely send your items to make sure they arrive at their destination intakt. But when you go into an office supply store it can be quite expensive.
Here in Canada, bags of packing popcorn can be around $8-10.00! So where can we all find this FREE bubble wrap??
I used to own retail stores and at the end of every night we would put out our garbage for the mall to pick it up. We often would find bubble wrap and popcorn just tossed into the garbage. No need to let it go to waist.
So, here is what you do…..
Find a retailer that gets in alot of breakables; then get to know the store owner or manager. Ask them if you can help them out and take all that popcorn and bubble wrap off their hands.
They will be happy to have it picked up as they just don't need it. And while you are at it, ask if you can have some of the smaller boxes that their merchandise arives in.
These boxes can take up a lot of room as well. The store owner may be happy to have it taken away along with the bubble wrap.
Get all the FREE popcorn & bubble wrap you need! Take it a step further and sell it on eBay.
Why not? Everyone needs bubble wrap. :)
Just sort the bubble wrap and packing peanuts. The ones that look brand new go into the sell on ebay pile. Use the rest for your own packaging.
Next time you're in the mall, start taking note on which stores have a lot of glassware, dishes, porcelain or glass gift items and anything else that needs to be shipped in bubble wrap.
Talk to the owner and see if they are interested in letting you pick it up. Don't limit yourself to just the mall though. There are many small stores in strip malls and downtown areas as well. You can find sources of free bubble wrap in many places. And then make room for it all. Have Fun!
How To Bubble Wrap
What is Bubble Wrap?
It is a transparent item made of plastic and is usually used to pack delicate items. There are tiny sphere like objects on its surface which are actually filled with air and provide a soft surface on which glassware can be placed/packed.
How to use a Bubble-wrap:
Remove the bubble-wrap from its packing. A closer examination will reveal that it has two sides. One side has protrusions that look like bubbles and the other side is 'bubble free' which is smooth. The bubbles that are visible are in fact air bubbles that are crafted onto it.
The smoother side should be the side in contact with the decanter or glass article. If the bubble side is placed on the side of the decanter/glass article, it may stick to the surface of the decanter.
If you want to keep out dust and other foreign particles it is better to use 'anti-static' wrap.
Now keep the decanter on the wrap. Completely cover the decanter with the bubble wrap.
For added cushioning and security place the entire package in a cardboard box.
is available in different sizes. Choose the appropriate size keeping the object being packed in mind. For packing decanters, it is better to have more than one layer of packing.
General tips on packaging decanters:
1) Don't pack decanters one on top of the other as this may cause stress and set up cracks in the decanters.
2) Clean the decanter before packing. Use a soft brush to wipe the decanter. A soft brush is used to avoid scratches. It also has access to restricted places.
3) If the decanter needs to be washed before packing, wash it with soapy water preferably in plastic basin or it might result in scratches on the decanter.
4) If the decanter is iridized, dry it immediately after washing or the water may leave stains. In such a case, just dip it in water and then dry it again.
5) If you are wearing a diamond studded ring be careful while handling the decanter. Diamond is harder than glass and can cause scratches on the decanter.
6) If there are etchings on the decanter which are sand blasted or acid etched, clean the decanter and rub a little oil on the surface with a soft cloth. Wipe off the excess oil and wipe with a dry cloth.
7) Place the decanter which is packed in bubble wrap in a cardboard box.
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