Don't make the mistake of using any old boxes for your upcoming Canadian move.
The moving boxes used by moving industry professionals are made of high-quality materials, but they're not the boxes you might see in your local stores. And even though it might be tempting to save a few bucks or fish out free boxes from behind a liquor store, you could pay for it during your move with a box that disintegrates, damaging your goods.
Professional moving companies in Canada also use standard-sized boxes to help them plan the most efficient use of their space. Based on their moving experience, they can determine how many boxes and types of boxes they’ll need to handle your move. If you just use non-standard box sizes, it can make things more difficult for your movers because they won't be able to make maximum use of the space on their truck.
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Normal moving box sizes and types include:
Medium (18x14x12) – These can be used for a number of common household items, like books, collectibles, kitchenware and most other objects.
Large (20x20x15) - These are all-purpose moving boxes that can be packed with heavy items, but still easily carried. These are good for a mix of some heavy household goods combined with some light items.
Extra Large (23x23x16) – Just because they’re large doesn’t mean they’re good for big objects – in fact, use them for light goods like bedding, drapes, towels and clothing that you don’t put in a wardrobe box. Don’t put too many things in these boxes because they can be unwieldy to lift and carry.
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