Packing terracotta for shipping requires careful attention to ensure its safe arrival. Here's a comprehensive guide:

1. Materials:

• Sturdy box: Choose a box slightly larger than the terracotta item, allowing space for cushioning.
• Cushioning material: Use a combination of bubble wrap, packing peanuts, foam sheets, and crumpled paper.
• Packing tape: Use strong packing tape to secure the box and prevent it from opening during transit.
• Fragile stickers: Apply fragile stickers to the box to alert handlers to its delicate contents.  
   

2. Wrapping:

• Individual wrapping: Wrap each terracotta item individually in bubble wrap, ensuring all surfaces are covered. Secure the bubble wrap with tape.
• Additional protection: For extra fragile items, add a layer of foam sheets or packing peanuts around the bubble-wrapped item.

3. Boxing:

• Base layer: Place a layer of cushioning material at the bottom of the box.
• Item placement: Carefully place the wrapped terracotta item(s) in the box, ensuring they are not touching each other or the sides of the box.
• Fill gaps: Fill any empty spaces with packing peanuts or crumpled paper to prevent the items from shifting during transit.   
   
• Top layer: Add a final layer of cushioning material on top of the items.

4. Sealing and Labeling:

• Secure the box: Close the box securely and seal it with packing tape, reinforcing all edges and seams.
• Fragile stickers: Apply fragile stickers to all sides of the box.
• Shipping label: Attach the shipping label securely to the box, ensuring it is clearly visible.   
   

Additional Tips:

• Double boxing: For extremely fragile or valuable items, consider double boxing. Place the packed item in a smaller box, then place that box inside a larger box with additional cushioning material.   
   
• Professional packing: If you are unsure about packing the terracotta yourself, consider hiring a professional packing and shipping service.
• Shipping insurance: Insure the package for its full value to protect against loss or damage during transit.

By following these steps, you can significantly reduce the risk of damage to your terracotta during shipping.
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