Most of Moving boxes are the same by weight and quality as Common Shipping/Packing boxes, unless you purchase the high quality made of thicker cardboard that allows for heavier packing, for fragile or sentimental items that you don’t want to be damaged, it’s always recommended to use new boxes.
When choosing to buy moving boxes, keep these tips in mind:
Don’t Over Stuff Moving Boxes:
The rule of thumb is to try and keep all the boxes under 20kg of weight, remember you might have to move them yourself at a later stage. Specifically, boxes containing electronic goods tend to be heavier.
Common Box sizes:
- 1.5 cubic foot moving box (16 x 12½ x 12½ inches):
This is the most common box and can easily carry up to 25kg and is great for carrying books, dishes and small appliances. - 3.0 cubic foot moving box (18 x 18 x 16):
It can easily accommodate 32kg but remember not to over load this box. Best option for clothing, pots, pans and electronics. - 4.5 cubic foot moving box (18 x 18 x 24):
These slightly bigger boxes are useful for larger lamps, linens and kitchen utensils. - 6.0 cubic foot moving box (22 x 22 x 21 ½):
This box can become very heavy if you stuff it, remember to keep it less heavy by fitting items like pillows, blankets or cushions. - 6.1 cubic foot moving box (24 x 18 x 24):
This is a rectangular box and can easily fit larger comforters, blankets which cannot fit into 6 cubic boxes.
Hanging wardrobe boxes:
These boxes come in 3 various sizes (Small, Medium & Large) and it is shaped like a wardrobe including a metal bar at top. Best solution for items that you can’t pack flat. Use these to move chandeliers or delicate wind chimes that are better to move hanging rather than flat.
Lay Down Wardrobe Moving Box: (approximately 32 x 19 7/8 x 9):
These boxes resemble a dresser drawer suitable for clothes that can only be folded once, but these cannot withstand heavy items so be careful.
Picture and/or Mirror Boxes:
These boxes can be extended similar to a telescope but some rigid tape is required to secure them. Best suitable for frames, pictures, artwork and mirrors.
Dish packs:
The are great for glasses, cups, dishes and bottles. But should never be over-packed to avoid shattered ware in case of a drop.
Mattress boxes:
To keep your mattress from getting punctured these can prevent such instances But most common use is plastic sheets which are much cheaper. But mattresses which are being stored away for a while may benefit from these.
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