News

How much packing material do I need for a house move?

Boxes House move Packaging packing material's

How much packing material do I need for a house move?

The amount of packing material you need to move home depends on a variety of factors such as the size of your home, the number of rooms, the amount of furniture and other belongings you have, and the distance you are moving. A general rule of thumb is to use about 25-30 boxes per room.

Read more →


Is the shortage of sand affecting the supply of glass products such as wine bottles?

Bottle Sand shortage wine

Is the shortage of sand affecting the supply of glass products such as wine bottles?

Yes, the shortage of sand can affect the supply of glass products like bottles. Sand is a key raw material in the production of glass, and it is estimated that over 50% of the world's glass production uses sand as the primary input. However, the sand shortage is not a result of the scarcity of sand as a resource, but rather due to the lack of suitable sand that can be used for glassmaking. The sand used in glassmaking requires specific characteristics such as purity, size, and shape. With increasing demand for construction and other industries, suitable sand sources are...

Read more →


Let your wonderful Mum know how much she means to you

Anti Shock Glass Bottle Packaging Mothers Day Packing Material

Let your wonderful Mum know how much she means to you

Mother's Day falls on Sunday, 19th March. Why not show her how much she means and treat her to a gift of a specialty wine or maybe a bottle of champagne. Gift your bottle in a secure bottle box, we stock an extensive range of alcohol packaging. So if you're shipping a wine, gin, champagne, whisky or vodka bottles within the UK why not try us! Packaging is available from stock for single, twin & triple bottle kits. Next working day delivery available.

Read more →


Valentine's Day Wines to Share with Your Sweetheart

alcohol sending uk Valentine

Valentine's Day Wines to Share with Your Sweetheart

What better gift to send on Valentine's Day than wine and chocolates. Can I send alcohol to that special friend in the UK? Yes you can! Depending on the type of alcohol you're sending although some restrictions may apply.  Royal Mail – Yes DHL – Yes Evri – No Yodel – Yes UPS – Yes DPD – Yes FedEx – No APC – Yes CollectPlus - Yes Some restrictions are specific to individual couriers, so you will need to check this before shipping alcohol in the UK.  Whether you're spending this Valentine's Day with a special someone or sending a thoughtful gift, we've got wine, Champagne & spirit anti-shock courier boxes available for...

Read more →


Storing Wine at Home

Storing Wine at Home

Store it at the right temperature The best temperature to store wine is between 45°F (+7ºC) and 65°F (+18ºC) degrees. Regardless of the type or label, wine should never be kept below 25 °F (-4ºC). Keep bottles on their sides Keeping wine on its side helps keep the cork moist, this is key for long-term storage. Don't obsess about humidity Try to avoid fluctuating temperatures caused by external weather or heating and cooling systems. The more constant the environment, the longer the wine will last.  Keep it in the dark  Store your wine in a dark and dry place to preserve its great taste. If you can’t...

Read more →