Shipping Home Decorations from Lagos to Toronto via Ocean Freight

Moving household furniture and home accessories demands multi-step packing. You should Disassemble removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then protect each component separately. Use foam corners on table tops, cabinets, and wall decor panels, then place items in reinforced boxes with secure internal cushioning. Finally, conspicuously label all packages as “Handle with Care” and indicate the this side up orientation.

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

For moisture-sensitive household furniture and decorative items, exporters should use plastic liners around each boxed or crated item, then add silica gel 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 home decor cartons are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value household furniture and home accessories typically call for a detailed invoice, packing list, and tariff 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 origin statements are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for furnishings and home accessories is usually based on weight, which often is lower than the actual value of designer pieces, wall decor, or premium home furnishings. 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 claim the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

Shipping Furniture & Home Décor requires careful packing to prevent damage during transit. Items should be disassembled when possible, and protective materials such as bubble wrap and foam should be used to cushion fragile components. Additionally, ensuring that the cargo is securely loaded in the container is essential to prevent movement during the journey.

When shipping from Nigeria to Canada, it is necessary to comply with both countries' customs regulations. This includes providing accurate documentation such as commercial invoices, packing lists, and any required certificates for wood products to prevent pests. Import duties and taxes may also apply based on the value and type of furnishings being shipped.

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