Shipping Home Accessories from Manila to Detroit via Ocean Freight

Moving household furniture and decorative items necessitates multi-step packing. You should take apart removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then Wrap each component separately. Use Corner protectors on table tops, cabinets, and Mirrors, then place items in custom crates with secure 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 more appropriate for freight services than standard parcel, because freight permits palletization and stable handling. For small, well-padded home decor items under parcel size limits, You can use parcel carriers, but shippers should add Extra cushioning and insure for full value. Oversized Mirrors Should be crated and shipped on pallets to reduce conveyor and drop risks.

For moisture-sensitive household furniture and decorative items, shippers should use poly sheeting around each boxed or crated item, then add silica gel inside the packaging. In ocean containers, Avoid pallets directly against steel walls; instead, maintain a small air gap and use Container desiccants hung from lashing points. Choose Dry, indoor loading areas so Furniture sets are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value household furniture and home accessories typically need a full commercial 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 home decor, Check if any Trademark documentation or Certificates of origin are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for furnishings and home accessories is usually based on weight, which often understates the actual value of designer pieces, artistic decorative items, or premium home furnishings. We recommend purchasing all-risk coverage for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy Covers breakage and moisture damage. This Helps ensure you can Recover the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

Furniture and home décor items require careful packing to prevent damage during transit. Items should be secured in sturdy containers, with adequate cushioning materials to protect against moisture and impact. Additionally, certain types of furniture may have specific weight restrictions that need to be adhered to for safe transport.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice detailing the items being shipped, a packing list, and any relevant certificates of origin. Importers in the United States may also need to provide a bill of lading and comply with customs regulations regarding the importation of wood products and textiles, which may have additional inspections or certifications.

Yes, one example is CE North America, where we built a custom EDI feed that pushes real-time shipment updates, documentation, and exception alerts directly into their ERP, eliminating dozens of manual tasks and improving cross-department visibility.

Yes, DNA offers full port-to-door service, managing booking, loading, customs clearance, and final-mile delivery with one point of contact and one visibility platform.

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