Some Useful Definitions
Backloading
Paying for space taken on a vehicle in one direction i.e. a return trip, or a load coming back from it's destination.
Offsider
Furniture removalist assistant, also known as jockey.
Pads
Felt blankets used to wrap furniture.
Hessian
Hessian cloth used to wrap items such as tools BBQ's and other soiled items.
Dump
A large bundle of Hessian
Standard
A carton or box similar in size to a Tea Chest.
Book/wine carton
A carton about half the size of a standard carton, used for packing books and other heavy items.
Port-a-Robe
A large carton designed to hang clothes in direct from the wardrobe for easy carrying.
Picture Pack
A carton designed for pictures or mirrors.
Straps
Large straps usually leather used in carrying pianos and other large items of furniture. Normally used for taking the item upstairs.
Coffee
Lifeblood of furniture removalist. ( They function a lot better with a plentiful supply).
Puss or snot
Please excuse these terms but they refer to items just left lying around the house that probably should have been packed into a carton before the removalist arrived.
Tailgate
Large board that drops down from the rear of the vehicle
Running board
Long board that connects to either the tailgate or the side door of a truck to assist in loading.