Boxes - What Do You Need?
Using new, quality packing materials specifically designed for moving can really make the difference in ensuring that your items arrive at their destination safely. Professional moving cartons come in a variety of shapes and sizes that are specifically suited to fit a variety of household goods.
Dish Pack (or China Barrel)
Extra sturdy corrugated carton of double-wall construction for all breakables such as china and dishes, crystal and glassware. You may also want to use cellular dividers inside the carton as an extra measure of protection.
Small (Book Carton) - 1.5 cu. ft. carton
A small, easy to handle carton designed for heavy items such as books and records.
Medium - 3 cu. ft. carton
Medium utility box often used for pots and pans, toys, non-perishable food and small appliances.
Large (Square/ Lamp) - 4.5 cu. ft. carton
For bulky items such as linens, towels, toys or lampshades.
Large (Rectangular/ Lamp) - 6.0 cu. ft. carton
For lightweight bulky articles such as pillows, blankets and large lampshades.
Wardrobe Carton
This large carton has a hangar bar to accommodate clothes from your closet or draperies.
Mirror Carton
Telescoping cartons fit almost any picture, mirror or glass.
Mattress Carton
Available in king, queen, double, single (twin) and crib sizes; you'll need one for every box spring and every mattress.
Other supplies:
- bundles of packing paper (clean, unprinted newsprint)
- bubble wrap, tissue paper, or paper towels for delicate items
- rolls of PVC tape
- tape dispenser
- broad-tipped markers for labeling
- scissors or sharp knife for cutting cartons
- notebook and pen or pencil for listing contents of cartons as they are packed.
- labels or stickers for identifying boxes