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Sheik Yerbouti

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    shipping speakers

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    I've shipped a lot of speakers through UPS without any problems.

    We wrap the speakers in plastic (bags or sheets). Then cut cardboard boxes and wrap them around the entire speaker. I lay the speaker on the cardboard and roll it across the floor, wrapping it around the speaker as I go. Then cut, fold and tape the "flaps" on each end, just like wrapping a gift. You can use multiple smaller boxes on this "inner layer" if large boxes aren't available.

    Then we get 4x8 sheets of styrofoam insulation from Lowes or Home Depot. We normally get the 1" or 1.5" thickness that sells for about $12 to $16 each. Just cut pieces of foam to fit each side and end of your speaker and tape the foam pieces firmly around it. Heavy speakers should get another layer of cardboard and foam. Then wrap another piece of cardboard tightly around the whole thing and you're done. Just be sure to use lots of good quality packing tape on everything as you go.

    Also, be sure to put your name and address inside the box and insure the package for the speakers full retail value. Good luck.

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