Moving Boxes

Find out what makes a moving box unique and why you need these types of boxes for your move.

Moving Supplies

Boxes that you use for moving are unlike from other boxes because they are designed specially for loading and transporting items onto a moving van. Quality, all moving companies use standard sizes boxes to help them effectively fill up the truck space. Their experience helps them determine how many boxes and the type of boxes that will be needed to complete your move and then from this data they can determine how best to pack these boxes horizontally and vertically onto their trucks. Not-standard sizes create a much greater risk of 'dead weight' on the truck and that the boxes will shift during the move. 

  

How You Shop for Moving Boxes on MovingCompaniesOnline.com

Draw up an inventory of what you need to pack so that you have an idea of the type and quantity of items you need moved. You can use our moving box calculator to help you get a sense of what you might need. You can also buy ready made moving kits that provide the right quantity of boxes and moving supplies for your move, and help your moving go easily. 

What Should Go Into a Moving Box?

Moving boxes are made out of single or double wall corrugated cardboard, the thicker the wall of the box the higher edge crush test rating the box will have. The higher the ECT rating shown on the flap of the box, the stronger the box is and the more stuff it can hold. As you would expect, Professional moving companies generally use moving boxes with at least a 32 ECT rating (or 200 lb test). Their ratings are standard across the box industry and offer you with comfort that the box with your household belongings is strong enough to survive the move. Boxes that have an ECT of less than 32 are not designed to be used for moving and should be avoided, if possible.

 

What Are The Sizes & Supplies For Moving?

• Small Boxes - 1.5 cubic feet for packing books, cds records, tools, videos, small appliances or kitchen items. 
• Medium Boxes - 3.0 cubic feet for packing toys, books, pots, etc. Perfect size for your printer.
• Large Boxes - 4.5 cubic feet for packing clothes, toys, linens or anything lightweight and bulky.
• Dish Boxes - Double wall strength, ideal for bulk packing of heavy items, pots & pans, Artwork, Frames, Mirrors.
• Wardrobe Boxes -  24 cubic feet Remove your clothing from your closet and place directly into our Wardrobes; keeping your items clean and wrinkle free during your move. Wardrobes are Full-Size and suitable for dresses, pant suits, etc. If you dont have clothing that is long in length you may place shoes and accessories in the bottom of the Wardrobes. After your move, Wardrobes are perfect for off season clothing storage in your attic or basement. One Wardrobe is required for every 24" (2 feet) of closet space. 
• Frame Boxes - one fits into the other to double protect your mirrors, pictures, and framed artwork. 
• Tape -  Used to close all of your boxes shut.
• Bubble Wrap - The bubble wrap are the best for your Television and Mirrors.
• Mattress Covers - To protect your mattress in the process of moving.
• Sofa Covers - To protect your sofa/chairs in the process of moving.
• Moving Blankets & Pads  -  Pads are usually Free with your moving company and they will protect all of your furniture from getting scratches and dents in the process of moving.
• Packing Paper - You can use packing paper for all of your fragile items in the kitchen/bathrooms.

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