Do you use bubble wrap around a crystal vase? Will crumbled newspaper be enough to cushion the latest Elmo toy? And what about sending your famous homemade oatmeal butterscotch cookies? What’s the best way to get it to Aunt Trudy in Idaho without them arriving in crumbs?
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This season, the experts at The UPS Store want to answer all those questions for you and give you the “Packing 411,” allowing you to ship your presents so they arrive safely and on time.
HOLIDAY PACKING TIPS:
DO check with The UPS Store experts before shipping fragile items.
DO use materials the professionals use — packaging “peanuts” and bubble cushioning — to protect your gifts.
DO include a label on the inside of the package with both the destination address and your package’s return address.
DO use a shipping option, like UPS, which provides a package-tracking number.
DO take batteries out of toys, electronics, etc., before shipping.
DO shipped wrapped presents ahead to your destination, especially if traveling by air.
DON’T wrap boxes in brown paper or tie with string.
DON’T use materials like newspaper or real popcorn to pack items.
DON’T use old boxes or gift boxes for shipping gifts.
DON’T use duct tape, masking tape or cellophane tape to seal your boxes for shipping.
DON’T ship perfume or cologne since they are considered hazardous materials.
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For more information visit
THE UPS STORE
5526 West 13400 South
Herriman UT 84096
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