Abstract: The present invention comprises an assembly of a substantially block-shaped object and four packaging elements for placing over one or more edge parts formed by a short edge of the object, wherein the packaging elements are each manufactured from one piece of at least slightly flexible foamed plastic and each comprise:a first engaging surface for engaging on a surface of the object which extends on one end of the edge substantially transversely thereof, anda second engaging surface for engaging on a second surface of the object which extends substantially parallel to the first surface on the other end of the edge.