LP Shipping FAQs
What is the best way to package vinyl records for shipping? The very best way to ship vinyl records is to use three things. First, get LP mailers for your records, and put each record in its own mailer. Then, you can put all of the LPs in a box together, but you want to use packing foam. You can put foam between each mailer, and you can use additional foam to secure the mailers inside the box. Then, you can ship the whole box. What is an LP mailer, and why do I need one? LP mailers are packaging materials designed specifically for shipping vinyl records. They are made in standard record sizes so that the vinyl fits snugly inside the mailer. Each mailer is lined with impact-absorbing materials (usually air bubbles) to protect the vinyl from damage. Additionally, the mailer materials are soft enough that they will not scratch the vinyl. If you want to ship vinyl records, LP mailers are essential for keeping the records safe. How do you safely pack LPs for shipping? Ass...