What are the different types of boxes?
There are many different types of boxes that can be used for a large range of purposes, including those used as shipping and packaging supplies. Types of boxes can include:
- Dish Boxes
- Heavy Duty Boxes
- Insulated Boxes
- Multi-Depth Boxes
- Regular Shipping Boxes
- Side Loading Boxes
- Wardrobe Boxes
These boxes come in a variety of sizes to hold many different items and materials. Insulated boxes are for items that have to be kept at certain temperatures and are popular for shipping food and other perishable items.
Whether you are using a cardboard box to ship items out, receive items, or store items, they are universally important to businesses and industries that transport items no matter the distance.
What factors should be considered when selecting shipping boxes?
The factors to consider when selecting shipping boxes include the quantity you need, your budget, how quickly you need them, and what sizes. You can purchase bulk cardboard boxes from W.B. Mason for all your business’ shipping and packaging needs, which can arrive as soon as the next business day with our G.O.L.D. Star Delivery service. There are lots of sizes to choose from as well as price points to fit everyone’s preferences.
Some other factors to think about when selecting shipping boxes should be the level of durability they should have, considering the items you need to put inside them. Some boxes are more dependable than others when it comes to the fragility of the items inside, so it’s important to take that into consideration. Another factor is the box’s appearance. When shipping orders or something that a customer will be opening, you want to make sure the box looks professional and neat. Using plain cardboard shipping boxes ensures customers or clients that your business values their first impression when opening their package.
What are the different shipping box sizes that W.B. Mason offers?
W.B. Mason offers a wide variety of shipping boxes in many sizes and dimensions. Some of the styles that are offered include flat boxes, cubed boxes, tall boxes, side loading boxes, heavy duty boxes, specialty boxes and much more. Here is a breakdown of some of the offerings available in small, medium, and large sized boxes according to their length, width, and height dimensions in inches:
Small Boxes:
- 3x3x3
- 4x4x3 to 4x4x10
- 5x5x5 to 5x5x10
- 6x3x3 to 6x6x12
- 7x4x4 to 7x7x10
- 8x4x4 to 8x8x8
- 9x4x3 to 9x9x9
Medium Boxes:
- 4x4x11 to 4x4x12
- 5x5x12
- 6x6x14 to 6x6x24
- 7x7x12 to 7x7x14
- 8x4x12 to 8.5x8.5x12
- 9x9x10 to 9x9x18
Large Boxes:
- 5x5x36 to 5x5x60
- 6x6x30 to 6x6x72
- 8x4x46 to 8x8x60
- 9x9x30 to 9x9x36
- 9x9x36
How to pick the best box size for shipping?
Choosing the right size when it comes to boxes for shipping doesn’t have to be difficult, but different factors can impact your decision. If you are shipping something fragile or something heavy, it would probably be best to choose a box that is large enough to fit the item(s) along with some packing materials. Bubble wrap, packing peanuts or packing paper are great options to ensure that your item(s) gets to the destination safely and without damage.
In order to pick the best size, you want to measure your item(s) to determine how big the box needs to be in order for them to fit properly. Adding some wriggle room by going up one size to be sure the item(s) will fit is a great way to get the best outcome when shipping. If you select a box that is much bigger than you need, it may affect shipping costs, so keep that in mind as well.
W.B. Mason has a Box Finder tool that is designed to help you figure out the box sizes you need. Simply return to the Shipping & Packaging category page, scroll past the first main section to where the Box Finder tool is, and put in your dimensions or search within certain size frames.
Where to buy shipping boxes?
Shipping boxes are available at most drugstores, post offices, couriers, and office supply stores. While these locations might not have all of the options you need, shopping for shipping boxes online from W.B. Mason can be the solution. W.B. Mason offers bulk purchasing options for shipping boxes so that your business can be prepared for upcoming shipments and have the materials that are needed ahead of time. Check out W.B. Mason for bulk shipping boxes in many sizes and shapes.
How much do shipping boxes cost?
Shipping boxes can be reasonably priced, especially when you buy them in bulk. The cost of shipping boxes will depend on how many items you need to ship, if you are going to need boxes for a long period of time, and whether or not your items are considered fragile or breakable. If you own a business or will be packing orders for shipping, these factors matter when it comes to the cost of your cardboard boxes. The types of boxes you purchase will also matter, because you might need different styles to fit differently shaped items. The level of durability also plays into the cost of shipping boxes. If you need your boxes to hold up well during the transit process for whatever reason, that can affect the cost.
Boxes from W.B. Mason
With W.B. Mason as your shipping and packaging supplier, shipping boxes of all kinds can be delivered as soon as the next business day for your convenience. Low and discounted prices on quality shipping boxes are available in different shapes and sizes, have different durability levels, and purposes for whatever you are shipping out. For all your business’ cardboard shipping box needs, count on W.B. Mason for the best deals and offerings.
References:
Bennett. Shipping Boxes: The Complete Guide. (https://bpkc.com/corrugated-shipping-boxes-the-complete-guide) Accessed September 12, 2022.
MyPostOfficeLocation.com. Shipping Box Sizes & How to Select the Right One. (https://mypostofficelocation.com/resources/shipping-box-sizes) Accessed September 9, 2022.
