How to prepare and pack your box?
1) Turn the box the right way up and lift up the bottom inside Flaps and tape them all together securely. For additional Strength, cut piece of strong cardboard to fit the base of the box and place on the bottom, inside the box. And then, securely tape the bottom of the box outside edges and all the base completely with Heavy Duty Parcel Tape (obtainable from various stores, etc).
2) To ensure the safety and security of your shipment, it is crucial to properly secure your balikbayan box. We kindly request you to meticulously tape all the outsides of the box using strong Brown Parcel Tape. In the interest of your shipment’s safety, we urge you to take note of the example below. Regrettably, boxes that were inadequately taped, therefore, insufficiently protected, experienced damages during transit due to poor packing practices. Your cooperation in following to this packaging guideline is deeply appreciated. Properly taped boxes significantly reduce the risk of damages, ensuring your cargo reaches its destination intact and in perfect condition.
3) Fill your box items inside the box, making sure you avoid items which Rattle or make Noises. Remove batteries, etc. from toys and other items. Do not send Aerosol Containers or Sprays or Burst-able containers, liquid or fragile items that are the main cause of damage box.
4) Ensure that any vulnerable or breakable items are adequately protected and properly and separately wrapped.
5) Fill any gaps within the box with spare clothes or Bubble Packing.
6) Do not overfill the box. The top flaps must be kept Flat and Tight together, completely tape the top of the box with Heavy Duty Parcel tape.
7) Ensure that consignees name, contact numbers and address of destination/s are properly & legibly written in all sides of your box using permanent ink, then cover it with Clear Tape or Sellotape to prevent from erasure.
8) Avoid sticking print-outs of consignees details in your boxes for it easily worn-outs if not properly pasted.