Shipping Home Decor from Yokohama to Istanbul via Ocean Freight

Moving furniture sets and decorative items demands Layered protection. You should take apart removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then cushion each component separately. Use foam corners on table tops, cabinets, and wall decor panels, then place items in reinforced boxes with Tight internal cushioning. Finally, Label all packages as “Fragile” and indicate the top orientation.

Large or heavy framed decorative items are usually safer with freight services than standard parcel, because freight permits palletization and vertical handling. For small, well-padded Wall decor under parcel size limits, You can use parcel carriers, but shippers should add reinforced packaging 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 home accessories, shippers 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, maintain a small air gap and use dry packs 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 decorative items typically need 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 home decor, verify if any IP documentation or origin statements are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for furnishings and decorative items is usually based on weight, which often understates the actual value of designer pieces, wall decor, or premium Furniture sets. We recommend purchasing all-risk coverage for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy includes breakage and moisture damage. This better ensures you can claim the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

When shipping furniture and home décor, it is important to ensure that items are securely packaged to prevent damage during transit. This includes using protective wrapping, sturdy crates, or pallets. Additionally, considering the weight and dimensions of the items is crucial, as they may require special handling equipment at the ports.

The documentation required for customs includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates related to the materials used in the furniture and décor items. It is also important to comply with Turkey's regulatory requirements on imports, which may include specific labeling and safety standards for home furnishings.

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