Shipping Home Decor from Bogota to Columbus via Ocean Freight

Shipping furniture sets and home accessories necessitates Layered protection. Shippers should knock down removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then protect each component separately. Use Corner protectors on table tops, cabinets, and Mirrors, then place items in custom crates with snug internal cushioning. Finally, Label all packages as “Fragile” and indicate the this side up orientation.

Large or heavy Mirrors are usually safer with freight services than standard parcel, because freight supports palletization and stable handling. For small, well-padded Wall decor under parcel size limits, shippers can use parcel carriers, but exporters should add double-boxing and insure for full value. Oversized Mirrors Should be crated and shipped on pallets to reduce conveyor and drop risks.

For moisture-sensitive Furniture and home accessories, exporters should use poly sheeting around each boxed or crated item, then add Desiccant packs inside the packaging. In ocean containers, do not allow pallets directly against steel walls; instead, create a small air gap and use humidity absorbers hung from lashing points. Choose Dry, indoor loading areas so Furniture sets are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value Furniture sets and decorative items typically call for a full commercial invoice, packing list, and HS codes for each product type. Shippers should clearly describe items (for example, “wooden furniture,” “glass mirrors,” “metal wall decor”) and state materials to avoid customs delays. For designer or branded decorative items, confirm if any Trademark documentation or Certificates of origin are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for Furniture and decorative items is usually based on weight, which often is lower than the actual value of designer pieces, artistic decorative items, or premium Furniture sets. Most brokers recommend purchasing supplemental freight insurance for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy protects against breakage and moisture damage. This Helps ensure you can Recover the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

When shipping Furniture & Home Décor via ocean freight, it is essential to ensure that items are properly packaged and secured to prevent damage during transit. This may include using protective materials, such as bubble wrap or foam, and ensuring that furniture is disassembled when necessary to fit into containers.

Shipments of Furniture & Home Décor from Colombia to the United States must comply with U.S. Customs regulations, which may include the need for a commercial invoice, packing list, and specific import permits depending on the materials used in the items. Additionally, items must adhere to safety and environmental standards set by U.S. authorities.

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We offer international shipping by ocean (FCL and LCL), air (standard and expedited), and domestic or cross-border ground freight (FTL, LTL, and intermodal).