By now you should be well familiar with the excellent protective properties of bubble wrap \u2013 the flexible sheets of plastic containing air-filled bubbles along their surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bubble wrap is used when packing for a move to protect rather fragile and easily breakable items such as kitchen plates made of ceramics and drinking glasses simply because it provides an outstanding degree of protection against vibrations and shocks on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, the plastic sheets are used to safeguard delicate wooden structures, all types of art pieces, and even fragile electronic devices and electrical parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That\u2019s right \u2013 bubble wrap is used heavily during the house packing process. But here\u2019s the most interesting part: did you know that there are as many as 7 different types of bubble wrap and each one has its own distinctive purpose?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Using general-purpose bubble wrap when packing for a move is perfectly fine. However, if you know the different kinds of bubble wrap and when to use each one during the packing task, then you can really take advantage of the enormous potential of the protective material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read on to learn the different types of bubble wrap and when to use them when packing for moving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before we explain in detail the different kinds of bubble wrap and how you should use them while you\u2019re packing up your things for moving, let\u2019s first take a closer look at the bubble wrap sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Different bubble sizes have different purposes and that\u2019s exactly why you should know whether you should use smaller bubbles or larger bubbles to pack your glassware, for example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Find below the standard bubble wrap sizes and what they should be used for in general:<\/p>\n\n\n\n See also<\/strong>: Where to get bubble wrap for free<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n All in all, there are 7 different types of bubble wrap you can use during the house packing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This multi-purpose bubble wrap is the type of plastic film you picture in your head when you hear bubble wrap<\/em>. It does provide an effective and economical solution for protecting your fragile items against accidental damage during a house move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n General-purpose bubble wrap is manufactured using high-quality medium-weight plastic and is therefore strong and durable enough to protect most if not all the breakables found in your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Multi-purpose bubble wrap comes in two different grades: regular grade (single-layered) and heavy-duty grade (double-layered). When used carefully, most of the bubble wrap you use to protect your delicate items or to fill empty spaces inside moving containers is reusable, which in turn will help you keep packing costs to a minimum the next time you have to move house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read also<\/strong>: How to pack with bubble wrap<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Kraft-backed bubble wrap is covered on one of its sides with durable Kraft paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This type of bubble wrap is used primarily for protecting delicate wooden surfaces such as valuable furniture pieces. One of the greatest advantages when using Kraft-backed bubble wrap when moving expensive furniture is that it will let the wood structure breathe and not sweat, thus eliminating the possibility of moisture being trapped inside the air pocket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, the paper side will be much gentler to delicate furniture surfaces than the plastic side of regular bubble wrap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Kraft-backed bubble wrap can also be used for protecting hardwood floors against damage such as scratches and dents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Foam-backed bubble wrap is an excellent choice if you\u2019re looking for that extra level of protection compared to what multi-purpose bubble wrap can give you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The soft layer of foam on one side of the plastic film will provide additional cushion for very delicate items that happen to be quite expensive as well \u2013 fragile collective items, for example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Similar to Kraft-backed bubble wrap, foamed sheets of plastic film will not sweat like regular plastic either, making this type of bubble wrap ideal for protecting antique furniture pieces as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Generally speaking, if you\u2019re moving extra fragile items that require special care during the move, then you simply can\u2019t go wrong using foam-backed bubble wrap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you plan to secure sheets of bubble wrap with double-sided tape, then you\u2019d be better off using self-adhesive bubble wrap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This kind of bubble wrap is a great choice when you\u2019re trying to protect delicate items such as glass pieces, furniture units, or even a flat-screen TV. The adhesive aide on the bubble wrap will enable the protective plastic film to stay firmly attached to the delicate area it\u2019s supposed to protect during the relocation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bear in mind that it\u2019s much better to use self-adhesive bubble wrap than to use multi-purpose bubble wrap together with regular double-sided tape. Why?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Self-adhesive bubble wrap is much easier and safer to remove compared to double-sided tape which is not only hard to remove but can also leave nasty residue marks on the sensitive surfaces it\u2019s been used on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Useful info<\/strong>: Bubble Wrap VS Packing Paper: Which is the best packing material for moving?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When packing super-fragile electronic components or electronic devices, you want to ensure that you\u2019re using anti-static bubble wrap to protect those delicate parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Electronic parts have the tendency to build up static electricity due to the constant friction between the components and the protective layers around them. And if you happen to be using standard bubble wrap, a possible electrostatic discharge may not only damage the electronic parts in question, but it could even start a fire in some rare instances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll be glad to learn that anti-static bubble wrap (usually pink in color) is made in such a way as to slowly but surely dissipate electrostatic discharge (ESD).<\/p>\n\n\n\n So, when you\u2019re packing electronic devices such as a laptop, a TV screen, or a computer screen, make sure you use anti-static bubble wrap to protect them from a possible electrostatic discharge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What\u2019s the best bubble wrap? It\u2019s the type that will serve best your packing needs at the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you need bubble wrap that will protect heat-sensitive items from damage, then the type of bubble wrap you\u2019ll need is called metalized foil bubble wrap (aka temperature-controlled bubble wrap).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Foil bubble wrap has laminated sheets with foil that is responsible for regulating the temperature of the items wrapped inside it. Basically, this type of foil protects heat-sensitive items from extreme outside temperatures and abrupt temperature changes that may damage them during the transportation stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Temperature-controlled bubble wrap is used for packing exotic food items, valuable pieces of art (especially paintings), and even important documents that you want to keep perfectly intact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Good to know<\/strong>: 10 things to do with bubble wrap after you move<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Last but surely not least, there\u2019s also environmentally-friendly bubble wrap to choose from if you wish to execute a green move with a minimum amount of negative impact on the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Generally speaking, eco-friendly bubble wrap provides the same level of protection as standard multi-purpose bubble wrap but roughly 40% of Enviro bubble wrap is made of recycled plastic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So, why don\u2019t you show that you care for the environment by using eco-friendly bubble wrap that\u2019ll make less of an environmental impact than standard bubble wrap?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Feel free to combine multiple types of bubble wrap for best results when you\u2019re packing by yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, if you feel largely overwhelmed and you\u2019re not sure which type of bubble wrap to use in order to protect your fragile items in the best possible way, then do the right thing and hire a full-service moving company that offers professional packing services<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" By now you should be well familiar with the excellent protective properties of bubble wrap \u2013 the flexible sheets of plastic containing air-filled bubbles along their surface. Bubble wrap is used when packing for a move to protect rather fragile and easily breakable items such as kitchen plates made of ceramics and drinking glasses simply<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":5505,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[3,10,6],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\n\nBubble wrap comes in different sizes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Types of bubble wrap and their intended usage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. General-purpose bubble wrap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
2. Kraft paper-backed bubble wrap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Foam-backed bubble wrap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4. Self-adhesive bubble wrap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. Anti-static bubble wrap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
6. Metalized foil bubble wrap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
7. Eco-friendly bubble wrap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n