ABC of packing 6 Books These are heavy. Put them in small boxes. Computers Observe the manufacturer’s instructions and indicate the connections with stickers of different colors. The movers will put them in appropriate packages on moving day. Dangerous products Inflammable or corrosive products will be transported at your own risk and must be pointed out specifically to the movers. Discs If you have LPs, pack them in small boxes, and place them vertically to avoid breakages. Dishwasher Disconnect the machine and drain the pipes. Duvets Place duvets and pillows in wardrobes or ask us for large boxes. Firearms Make sure to unload them. Flowers Pots of flowers and pot plants placed in laundry baskets or plastic buckets will be easier to transport. Food products Only pack these at the last minute. Freezer This can be transported full over short distances. Furniture Lock doors and drawers and keep the keys with you. Household Linen Pack it in suitcases or boxes. Lighting If you don’t want to dismantle your electrical installations yourself, an electrician from your area will be happy to help. He will also reinstall them in your new home. Liquids Make sure all receptacles are well closed. Ornaments Carefully pack fragile objects, one by one, in paper so that they don’t bang againsteach other, and fill the empty spaces with papertoo. Don’t mix heavy objects with fragile objects. Refrigerator Disconnect this the evening before to give it time to de-ice. Washing machine Disconnect it and drain the pipes. Block the drum or ask a technician to do it for you.