Shipping Home Decorations from Felixstowe to Atlanta via Ocean Freight

Moving furniture sets and home accessories demands Layered protection. You should Disassemble removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then protect each component separately. Use foam corners on table tops, cabinets, and Mirrors, then place items in custom crates with snug internal cushioning. Finally, clearly mark all packages as “Handle with Care” and indicate the this side up orientation.

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

For moisture-sensitive household furniture and home accessories, exporters should use plastic liners around each boxed or crated item, then add Desiccant packs inside the packaging. In ocean containers, Avoid pallets directly against steel walls; instead, Leave a small air gap and use humidity absorbers hung from lashing points. Choose sheltered loading bays so Furniture sets are not exposed to rain during loading.

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

Standard carrier liability for furnishings and decorative items is usually based on weight, which often is lower than the actual value of designer pieces, wall decor, or premium Furniture sets. We recommend purchasing Separate cargo insurance for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy protects against breakage and moisture damage. This better ensures you can Recover the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

Furniture and home décor items may require special handling during ocean freight due to their size and fragility. Proper packaging, such as using bubble wrap and sturdy crates, is essential to prevent damage during transit. Additionally, items should be securely loaded in containers to avoid shifting during transport.

When shipping furniture and home décor from the UK to the US, necessary documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and any required import permits. It's also important to comply with US Customs and Border Protection regulations, which may require additional declarations for specific materials used in furnishings.

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