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How Do I Compare Moving Supplies
The ability to compare products and prices is one of the reasons for the ever-increasing popularity of online shopping for moving supplies. However, comparing products of different sizes and strengths may become confusing for consumers. It is UBMOVE's mission to offer the best products at the most competitive prices in a transparent manner. We hope the following tips will offer a more clear picture in comparing moving boxes and packing supplies.
Comparing Moving Box Sizes Is Important For Choosing The Best Deal
While we are familiar with size categories like small, medium, or large moving boxes there is no standard to offer actual uniform sizes across the industry. The easiest way to correctly compare moving box sizes remains by calculating the volume of each box. With this method, the comparison concentrates on the cubic feet size instead of small or large. To calculate the cubic feet volume of each size simply multiply the 3 dimensions, Length x Width x Height. The result needs to be divided by 1728 if the L, W, and H measurements are in inches. Please see the below examples for box sizes offered by UBMOVE:
- Small Moving Boxes – 16” x 16” x 10” = 2,560 Cubic Inch / 1,728 = 1.48 Cubic Feet
- Medium Moving Boxes – 18” x 14” x 12” = 3,024 / 1,728 = 1.75 Cubic Feet
- Large Moving Boxes – 20” x 20” x 15” = 6,000 / 1,728 = 3,47 Cubic Feet
- X-Large Moving Boxes – 23” x 23” x 16” = 8,464 / 1728 = 4.9 Cubic Feet
Why Compare The Strength Of Moving Boxes
In addition to the size, the strength should also be factored when comparing moving boxes. Generally, the boxes are categorized for strength as ECT, Single Wall, or Double Wall. ECT refers to Edge Crush Test and the higher numbers are an indication of a higher tolerance of boxes against being crushed.
How To Compare UBMOVE Moving Kits To Other Products
Purchasing Moving Kits is a great way to save both on moving boxes and packing supplies. Each kit is designed to accommodate a certain number of rooms making the ordering of moving supplies less complicated. Cheapest Moving Kits become even more economical when consolidating goods for shipping. The cost of shipping is the other big factor when comparing the prices. When consumers search for the cheapest moving boxes they may not pay attention to shipping costs. This is how the surprise factors into check out. At UBMOVE, we have eliminated misleading pricing by including no additional shipping costs on all orders over $35 and a small fee for orders under $35.
Another important point is to compare the packing supplies included in each moving kit.
For example, the weight of Packing Paper, Bubble Rolls, or Packing Tapes. Taking all these factors into consideration will assist in correctly comparing different Moving Kits.
Which UBMOVE Moving Blankets Are Best For My Move?
While we compare Moving Boxes by size and strength the Moving Blankets are compared by weight or Lbs per dozen. The higher weight indicates a better strength and quality. The UBMOVE 85lbs Supreme Blankets are the most sturdy ones in our selection of moving blankets. These blankets are favored by professional movers or for soundproofing due to their thickness and strength. The Textile Blankets, on the other hand, are light and economical ideal for light moves. They can be reused for protecting items in the car or for renovation projects. For great multi-use blankets, we recommend the 65lbs or 75lbs Moving Blankets that are perfect for medium-grade moves. Also, the Camouflage Moving blankets are one of the popular items for outdoor use.
