Leave old sheets on mattresses to protect them, or cover them with plastic mattress covers. If you've collected lots of books over time, it's a great time to reevaluate what you really want to keep. Consider selling some at a yard sale or to a secondhand book store. More weight in your truck adds to the final price, if you're being moved, and puts a strain on you, if you're moving yourself. Don't use large boxes.
Books are very heavy and pack together tightly, making large boxes difficult to manage.
Alternate bindings every few books to keep stacks level in each box and distribute the weight evenly. Never pack more than 30 pounds of books in a box, unless you're a professional weightlifter by trade. Fill in small spaces in each box with smaller paperbacks. Back to top Bureaus Don't leave bureau drawers completely full for the move - the bureau will be too heavy. Use suitcases to pack some clothing and other non-fragile items from your bureau drawers.