Need advice on shipping a poster flat

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noeldaddy
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Tue Mar 19, 2013 8:43 pm

Hi everyone, I'm shipping an 18x24 print flat. What's the best way to do this? I don't have a box or anything that fits those dimensions. What carrier do you recommend? UPS? FedEx? And how should I pack the print? Economical but safe suggestions are most welcome!
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PLUSH
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Tue Mar 19, 2013 8:59 pm

plywood for the safest bet. If not, foam core, with the print corners bagged and taped, then get some cardboard and cut to size. I done this many times with no issue. Even on plywood, shipping USPS priority is was not all that much.
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Tue Mar 19, 2013 9:01 pm

ive done it before and i just put the print in between 2 or 3 pieces of thick foamcore on each side, tape it together, put it in a bag of some sort to keep water out and wrap in in kraft paper
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noeldaddy
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Tue Mar 19, 2013 10:50 pm

Thanks all! That was really helpful
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