Protecting Furniture on Overseas Moves: Where Paper Pads Fit In
An overseas move puts furniture through more handling than a local job: packing, loading, transfers between carriers, and unloading at the destination. Every stage is a chance for a scuffed edge or a scratched top. Paper moving pads give crews a layered, ready-to-wrap barrier for each piece, and professional movers widely use them for containerization and overseas shipments.
This guide covers what paper pads are, how to choose between ply counts and sizes, and how to wrap furniture for a container so it arrives the way it left.
Paper Moving Pads Belong on Every Overseas Load
What They Are
Paper pads for moving are made from layers of paper inside a kraft paper sleeve, with two or three internal layers that can include tissue paper, newsprint, and non-woven paper. In the trade they are also called furniture paper pads or paper moving blankets, and New Haven sells them in bundles of 25.
Where They Fit
New Haven paper pads protect furniture and other large items from dust and abrasions during moving. They suit single-trip shipments and short-term storage, which is the profile of an overseas job where furniture is packed once and unwrapped at the destination.
Why Layers Matter
The internal layers give each pad body, and the kraft sleeve holds them together so a pad wraps as one unit instead of loose sheets. That is why crews can work quickly, wrapping one piece and moving on to the next.
Ply Count and Pad Size Decide How Each Piece Is Wrapped
Two-Ply Pads
New Haven's two-ply paper pads pair a kraft paper outer sleeve with a two-ply inner layer. They come in 54 by 64 inch and 60 by 72 inch sizes, so a crew can match the pad to the piece in front of it.
Three-Ply Pads
The three-ply paper pads add an inner layer and come in three sizes: 48 by 72 inch, 54 by 64 inch, and 60 by 72 inch. The extra layer gives more cushioning for pieces that need it.
Here is the comparison at a glance.
| Pad | Outer Sleeve | Inner Layer | Sizes (inches) | Sold As |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Ply | Kraft paper | 2-ply | 54 x 64, 60 x 72 | Bundle of 25 |
| 3-Ply | Kraft paper | 3-ply | 48 x 72, 54 x 64, 60 x 72 | Bundle of 25 |
Size availability is restricted by state, so confirm the exact size on the product page before ordering.
Wrapping Furniture for a Container Follows a Set Routine
- Empty and clear each piece so nothing loose travels inside it.
- Wrap the piece in a pad that covers its largest face, overlapping the seams.
- Add a second pad at corners and edges, where contact happens.
- Hold the pads in place with stretch wrap, applied over the pad and not against a bare finish.
- Place a pad between neighboring pieces so they cannot rub against one another.
Where Extra Padding Goes
Experienced crews pad the points that take contact first. The table shows a starting plan for common pieces.
| Piece | Extra Padding Goes On |
|---|---|
| Dining table | Top face and leg ends |
| Dresser | Corners, top edge, and drawer fronts |
| Sofa or chair | Arms, corners, and legs |
| Headboard | Face and edges |
Where a table's design allows, remove the legs and pad the top and legs as separate pieces, which keeps every surface covered. Count pads by piece before ordering. Because pads are sold in bundles of 25, a crew that counts its pieces, plans two or more pads for large items, and rounds up to the next bundle avoids running short mid-load.
Overseas Handling Tests Every Layer of Protection
Loading Day
Pad pieces in the staging area, before they travel through doorways and onto the truck. Wrapping at the point of packing keeps edges covered during the carry, when contact with door frames and walls is most likely.
Inside the Container
Pieces are packed close together to use the space, so contact points multiply. Pad every surface that will touch another piece or the container wall, and keep the pads secured so they stay put if the load shifts. Focus on four spots:
- Between any two pieces that touch.
- Between furniture and the container wall.
- Over sharp corners and edges.
- Around knobs, feet, and other projections.
At the Destination
Crews unwrap at the other end, so pads that come off cleanly keep the unloading site tidy. Unwrap in the order pieces come off the truck, so the crew never digs through the load for the piece it needs first. Paper furniture pads are recyclable once the job is finished, which keeps cleanup simple.
Stock Paper Pads Before the Overseas Job Is Booked
Paper pads for moving are made for single trips, so a crew can commit them to a container without planning a return. That makes stock levels easy to manage: count the jobs on the calendar, then order to match.
Planning by Job
Work from the inventory of each booked shipment. A full household of furniture needs a different pad count than a handful of large pieces, so note the count per job and add a spare bundle for anything unexpected.
Storage Between Jobs
Keep bundles together in one dry, marked area of the warehouse. When every pad sits in one place, the count is clear before each job, and a packer never has to hunt for the right size on loading morning.
How many bundles does a full container really need?
That depends on the piece count, and counting first is the only reliable way to know. Use this stock checklist to stay ahead of it:
- Both 2-ply and 3-ply pads in the sizes your fleet uses most.
- Enough bundles of 25 to cover a full container job.
- Stretch wrap on the truck to hold pads in place.
- A set pad count for each type of piece, so packers work to one standard.
New Haven supplies layered kraft paper pads to professional movers, packed in bundles of 25 and ready for the next container job. Choose the ply and sizes your overseas work demands, then order from the paper pads collection so the next shipment leaves protected.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are paper furniture pads suitable for sea-container shipments?
Yes. Professional movers widely use layered paper pads for containerization and overseas shipments.
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What sizes do New Haven paper pads come in?
Two-ply pads come in 54 by 64 and 60 by 72 inch sizes, and three-ply pads add a 48 by 72 inch option. All are sold in bundles of 25, and availability varies by state.
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How do we keep pads in place on a wrapped piece?
Stretch wrap applied over the pad holds it in place without touching the furniture's finish.
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Can the pads be recycled after delivery?
Paper pads are made from paper layers in a kraft paper sleeve and can be recycled once the job is finished.
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How many pads should we order for a container job?
Count the pieces going in, plan two or more pads for large or multi-surface items, and round up to the next bundle of 25.