Moving Blankets & Moving Pads

Moving Blanket Pricing & Products are listed below this brief summary about moving blankets.  After reading this page you will understand the main differences between various moving blankets and understand when and how moving blankets ( moving pads ) are used.

It is common to see many valuable objects damaged while they are in transit. Antique furniture, heirlooms, and other large valuables can easily be scratched or dented in the back of a moving truck. One way to avoid this happening to your valuables is to wrap them in moving blankets. Moving blankets make great pads as well and can help protect larger objects from scuffs and deformations. Moving blankets are typically made of strong, woven synthetic fabrics or with non-woven fabrics and filled with cotton batting. So the two main ways to compare a moving blanket are by comparing weight (typically moving blankets are weighed and shipped by the dozen) and by fabric type. Woven fabric is more durable, but costs more than non-woven fabric. When blankets need to be reused a woven fabric is optimal.

Moving blankets come in many different weights; however the most commonly available size for a moving blanket is 72” x 80”. Some blankets are constructed using thicker, battier cotton to make them more protective against shocks and bumps.

Moving blankets are a much better alternative to cheap paper moving pads. Unlike paper pads, moving blankets do not tear easily during transit. They can also be used time and time again. This is essential for any moving business, including shipping companies, moving companies, and any other kind of business that involves moving furniture. Moving blankets ( moving pads ) usually produce better results when used in conjunction with ratchet straps and rubber bands rather than tape. Moving straps and mover bands often give a much better hold on large objects than moving tape. Additionally, tape can leave a sticky residue behind. Also, packaging tape cannot be reused, while straps can. Moving blankets can be used for more than moving. Moving blankets can also be used for long term storage of larger objects, like furniture.

Moving blankets and moving pads are very important in the cargo business. Moving blankets are an invaluable tool used when doing any type of transporting of furniture or any other manufactured goods in need of quality protection. When using cargo control straps; such as ratchet straps, tie downs and/or winch straps it is important to also use a moving blanket to protect the furniture from scratching or breaking.

Moving blankets are commonly referred to as moving pads, van pads, warehouse pads, quilted moving blankets or furniture moving blankets.  When purchasing moving blankets three things should be strongly considered.  The most obvious is the weight of the blankets.  Moving blankets are typically sold by the dozen so as an example a dozen moving blankets advertised at 75 pounds per dozen would have an individual moving blanket weight of 6.25 pounds.  Heavier moving blankets protect furniture better than lighter moving blankets because the pad between the quilted fabric is thicker.  The second thing to consider is whether or not the fabric is woven or non-woven.  Woven fabric is used on higher quality moving blankets and is more durable than non-woven fabric.  Woven fabric can be made from polyester, polyester/cotton mix or even 100% cotton for maximum protection.  More economical furniture moving blankets are made from non-woven quilted fabric and work great as warehouse pads and storage blankets as well as for the occasional move.  The third thing to consider is the quality of the binding.  The binding is the fabric around the outside edge of the moving blanket that ties everything together.  Binding can be made from woven or non-woven fabric as well.

A licensed mover is required to use some type of moving pad, paper, or moving blanket when moving quality furniture or anything breakable during transit.  Moving blankets and moving pads are important especially if you are a service provider in the cargo business. As a service provider, your main purpose is to provide a quality service staff that is highly trained in using tie downs, ratchet straps, winch straps, amongst many other tools used by the moving industry. By using these devices as well as moving blankets and other types of pads to prevent damage to equipment; a sound reputation will be built within the transportation industry that the businesses adopting this technique as part of their cargo control plan are quality service providers.

U.S. Cargo Control offers high quality moving blankets. Our blankets can protect your large valuables, costly products or your client’s cargo from damage during transit. We can supply you or your business with the best quality moving blankets on the market. Most of our blankets are sold by the dozen, to save you money, however they are also available in individual counts. Call us today toll free at 866-444-9990 to find out which moving blanket is right for you.