Choosing the Right Box Sizes for Your Move

Picking the right boxes can protect your belongings and make moving day easier. Here’s what you need to know:

Why Box Sizes Matter

• Prevent Damage: Use small boxes for fragile items like glassware and electronics to keep them cushioned and secure.
• Simplify Packing: Pack heavy items in smaller boxes for easy lifting. Use large boxes for lightweight, bulky items.
• Streamline Moving: Uniform box sizes are easier to stack and transport, saving time and avoiding damage.

Common Box Sizes and Uses

• Small Boxes (16” x 12” x 12”): Perfect for books, tools, and fragile items like glassware.
• Medium Boxes (18” x 16” x 16”): Great for clothing, toys, and kitchenware.
• Large Boxes (20” x 20” x 15”): Best for comforters, pillows, and lightweight, bulky items.
• Specialty Boxes: Wardrobe boxes for hanging clothes; mirror/picture boxes for flat, fragile items.

Quick Packing Tips

• Keep heavy items in small boxes and light items in large boxes.
• Cushion fragile items well.
• Label boxes with contents and destination rooms.
• Pack one room at a time for easier unpacking.

Where to Get Boxes

• Free: Ask liquor or grocery stores for sturdy boxes.
• Buy: Moving companies or online retailers offer purpose-made options.
• Reusable: Plastic bins are durable and eco-friendly.

Choosing the right box sizes can make your move smoother and keep your belongings safe.