--- title: Packing Paper at O'Brien's Sparks Counter url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/packing-paper/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Professional packing services](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/) - [Moving boxes and packing supplies at our Sparks counter](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/) - Packing paper at O'Brien's Sparks counter # Packing paper for wrapping and filling Packing paper is clean, unprinted sheet paper that wraps fragile pieces and fills empty space, and O'Brien's carries packing wrap at the Sparks office. The in-home estimate comes with 10 free heavy-duty boxes, and a roll of paper turns each one into a safe carton. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) The paper does more work than the box. It is the cushion between one plate and the next, the filler that stops a carton from rattling and the wrap that keeps a lamp base from scratching. Plain packing paper has no printed ink, so it will not smudge on white china, light furniture or glass. ## At a glance - Unprinted sheets that leave no ink behind - Wraps single pieces and fills empty space - Used for dishes, glasses, lamps and framed art - Wrapping supplies at 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks ## Why plain paper and not newspaper Newsprint is cheap, but it rubs ink onto everything it touches, and the ink is hard to wash off pale dishes, light fabrics and painted pieces. Plain packing paper is clean, soft and smooth, and it crumples into filler that springs back. It is the standard wrap for a reason: it protects without staining. ## The wrap that works Wrapping one plate looks like a small thing, and the details matter. - Lay a sheet flat and set the item near one corner. - Roll the item toward the opposite corner so the paper covers it fully. - Fold the loose sides in as you roll, then tuck the ends under the item. - For a fragile piece, add a second sheet and wrap it again in the other direction. - Seal the bundle with a small strip of tape, and write the contents on the outside if it is a set. - Place the bundle in the box with the tucked end down. ## Paper as filler Crumpled paper fills the spaces around wrapped items. Make loose balls, not tight ones, because a loose ball cushions and a tight ball transmits shock. Fill the base of each box, the gaps between items, and the top layer, and confirm the load holds still by tilting the carton. Paper also lines drawers when you move dressers, and wraps small decor pieces that would get lost in a larger box. ## How much a home uses Kitchens use the most paper, since every plate, glass and bowl is wrapped. After that come living rooms, with their lamps and decor, then bedrooms. The [packing calculator](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/tools/packing-calculator/) estimates carton counts, and as a rule of thumb it pays to buy more paper than you think, because leftover paper is useful for cleaning and unpacking. For specific rooms, read [how to pack glasses and stemware](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/how-to-pack-glasses/) and [how to pack a kitchen](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/how-to-pack-a-kitchen/). ## Paper plus the right carton Pair paper with the right box: a [dish-pack box](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/dish-pack-boxes/) for tableware, a [medium box](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/medium-and-large-boxes/) for kitchenware and a [roll of bubble wrap](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/bubble-wrap/) for the pieces that need more cushion. ## Getting paper in Sparks O'Brien's carries packing wrap or padding, boxes and tape at the office in Sparks, open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, phone 775-359-6683. Ask for the standard or custom supply price sheet. Your free in-home estimate includes 10 free heavy-duty boxes, yours to keep. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [FMCSA, Protect Your Move](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/protect-your-move) - [eCFR, 49 CFR Part 375](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/subtitle-B/chapter-III/subchapter-B/part-375) ### Free in-home estimate - An O'Brien's estimator walks through your home - A written, itemized estimate - 10 free heavy-duty boxes, yours to keep [How our estimates work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/how-our-estimates-work/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [Moving boxes and packing supplies at our Sparks counter](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/) - [Dish-pack boxes at O'Brien's Sparks counter](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/dish-pack-boxes/) - [Packing calculator: how many boxes you need](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/tools/packing-calculator/) - [How to pack a kitchen](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/how-to-pack-a-kitchen/) Boxes and supplies ## More services - [### Bubble wrap and cushioning at O'Brien's Sparks counter Bubble wrap is a sheet of trapped air pockets that absorbs bumps, and O'Brien's carries packing wrap and padding at the Sparks office.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/bubble-wrap/) - [### Tape and moving pads at O'Brien's Sparks counter Packing tape seals a carton and moving pads protect furniture, and O'Brien's carries tape and wrapping supplies at the Sparks office.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/tape-and-moving-pads/) - [### Dish-pack boxes at O'Brien's Sparks counter A dish-pack box is a thick-walled carton made for the heaviest, most breakable things in a kitchen, and O'Brien's carries boxes like it at the Sparks office.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/dish-pack-boxes/) - [### Wardrobe boxes at O'Brien's Sparks counter A wardrobe box is a tall carton with a bar across the top, so a closet of hanging clothes moves as it hangs.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/wardrobe-boxes/) - [### Mirror and picture boxes at O'Brien's Sparks counter A mirror and picture box is a flat, adjustable carton that holds framed art, mirrors and glass panels on edge, and O'Brien's carries packing...](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/mirror-and-picture-boxes/) - [### TV and electronics boxes at O'Brien's Sparks counter A TV box is a shaped carton, often with foam corners, that holds a flat-screen upright and snug, and O'Brien's carries boxes and wrapping supplies...](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/moving-boxes-and-supplies/tv-and-electronics-boxes/) Answers ## Packing paper at O'Brien's Sparks counter questions Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### Can I use newspaper? Plain packing paper is cleaner, since newsprint can leave ink on dishes and light surfaces. ### How do I crumple paper for filler? Loosely, into balls the size of a fist. Loose balls cushion better than tight ones. ### Does packing paper protect glass? Paper wraps and separates glass. Add bubble wrap over it for thin or valuable pieces. ### Where can I get packing paper in Sparks? Wrapping supplies are sold at the O'Brien's office, 2277 Glendale Ave. ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) S Sonia P. August 4, 2023 Talk about organized people. I peeked in the truck about an hour into the job and was amazed at how well organized it was and how many of my things had protective coverings. Our bed is a mechanical one and a nightmare to us, but these guys had no issue with it at all. Although I have no desire to ever move again--but if I did, I would be calling these guys for sure!!! R Robert B. June 22, 2026 The movers were very professional and took care of my stuff there were no worries and stress free amazing job. M Mark S. January 22, 2026 Great company and local. They take great care of your moving needs. They are very accommodating and quick to respond. Highly recommend them for your moving needs and storage needs. Thanks to the O'Brien team for doing a fantastic job. ## Get your free, in-home moving estimate An estimator visits, walks through everything and gives you a written, itemized estimate. Rather talk? [Call 775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Our estimators: Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet. 2277 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 U.S. DOT No. 30611 · MC-109375 · Nevada CPCN 1070