Key takeaways
- Most homes need more boxes than people expect, especially in the kitchen and closets.
- Use small boxes for heavy items like books and large boxes for light items like linens.
- Buy a few extra, because running out on the last day is the worst.
- Our Box Calculator turns your rooms into a shopping list.
Running out of boxes the night before a move is a classic mistake.
Think by room
Kitchens, closets and garages take the most boxes. Bedrooms and living rooms take fewer.
Use the right size
Small boxes hold books and heavy things. Medium boxes suit kitchen items and decor. Large boxes are for light things like pillows and linens. Wardrobe boxes keep hanging clothes on their hangers.
Do not forget the supplies
Tape, packing paper, bubble wrap, markers and labels matter as much as the boxes.
Estimate
Our Box Calculator estimates counts by room and by size, so you can order once.
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