Start with $500 worth of proper sized cartons. I'm talking about the flat shaped ones with multi-depth foldable tabs. Basically, the Length and Width are set (based on what you order). The Height however is adjustable by cutting down to the right "pre-creased" height, then simply folding over the now oversized flaps. The oversized flaps help with rigidity. These cost more than the ones at Home Depot or U-Haul or other such companies. However, they are the proper shape and the ones I ordered are 275-lb test strength. I ordered 165 cartons, probably not enough but @ close to $500 delivered, I'll have to start with these. Some folks use the square lighter weight square ones and tape 2 or 3 boxes together, or just wrap sheets of old cardboard over a boombox to "make" their own box. To me, I'd much prefer to use the right sized ones, even if I need to order them. One neg is that you need to order the minimum quantity for that size which could be anywhere from 10 to 100 depending upon the size. The "giant" sized ones you see in the back can be orderd in groups of 5. However, you can see the strapped bundles of the smaller ones, which range from 15 to 25.
If you live in SoCal, then you are in luck. You can drop by the uline factory there and pickup your order. For the rest of us, we will need to buy online, however, for best shipping pricing, you need to have them shipped to a business address or it will cost a whole lot more. Otherwise it's not really cost effective to buy a small quantity of cartons. They also sell huge car sized rolls of bubble wrap and foam peanuts. Everything for your moving or mass sale plans.
If you live in SoCal, then you are in luck. You can drop by the uline factory there and pickup your order. For the rest of us, we will need to buy online, however, for best shipping pricing, you need to have them shipped to a business address or it will cost a whole lot more. Otherwise it's not really cost effective to buy a small quantity of cartons. They also sell huge car sized rolls of bubble wrap and foam peanuts. Everything for your moving or mass sale plans.
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