When should I choose which size?

Whether it is international transport or domestic goods transport, the right packaging is a key factor in terms of both the transport and the preservation of the integrity of the goods. Fortunately, today the variety of packaging materials, box sizes and thicknesses allows for uncompromising packaging, but precisely because of the diverse range of variations, it is important to choose the packaging material for your product and shipment as consciously as possible. In the following, we would like to draw your attention to some golden rules, so if you get stuck in choosing the right box size and packaging material, our blog post can help you. Read on!

Will a three-, five- or seven-layer box be ideal?

In general, the right box for your shipment can depend on many factors. The weight, size, and type of the goods can also affect the box in which your package arrives undamaged. Since finding the right box size is only half the battle, you should pay great attention to making sure that the box you choose is made of corrugated paper of sufficient thickness, that is, the cardboard must also be suitable for transporting larger and more fragile things. One of the most commonly used cardboard boxes is the box reinforced with three-layer corrugated paper, which can be loaded up to a maximum of 10-15 kg. The five-layer boxes can be loaded up to a maximum of 45-50 kg, so this type is the one you should use for larger household appliances and furniture. It is a good choice for the packaging of products that require increased protection due to their greater weight. But there are even thicker boxes than these, namely the seven-layer versions, which were designed for the packaging of fragile, vulnerable, especially heavy goods.

Other important factors before choosing a box

Not only the size and thickness of a box can be authoritative, but you should also consider other important factors when choosing a cardboard box. For example, the basic property of the shipment (for example, whether it is fragile), but it is equally important to take into account the delivery time, the storage time and the chosen delivery method. The storage time is particularly important, because if a package is in a depot or warehouse for a relatively long time, the packaging material, the cardboard box, must withstand possible temperature fluctuations and humidity, so it must not only be strong, but also resistant to external environmental influences opposite.

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