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Your move will go much more smoothly-and you can likely store your goods in a smaller space-if you pack the right way with the right materials. We can help by making everything you need available at our stores.
- West Coast storage centers carry a complete range of sizes, plus all the bubble wrap, clean newsprint, and foam peanuts you'll need to keep the contents protected.
Not sure how many boxes you need? Let the following guide help you get started:
Number of rooms » |
1-2 |
3-4 |
5-6 |
7-8 |
Use for: |
Small box |
7 |
15 |
20 |
30 |
Books, CDs, small heavy objects |
Medium box |
3 |
8 |
12 |
20 |
Kitchen utensils, appliances, clothes |
Large box |
2 |
3 |
4 |
6 |
Pots, pans, toys, decor items |
Extra large box |
1 |
3 |
4 |
6 |
Linens, bedding, lampshades |
Dish pack box |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
Dishes and glassware |
Wardrobe box |
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
Hanging clothes, drapes, bedspreads |
Find the number of rooms you'll be moving across the top, and then read down the columns for an idea of how many boxes of each size you'll need.
- You'll need more than boxes to do the job right. Here is a sampling of what else you'll find at West Coast Self-Storage Centers:
Item |
How they help you pack and store: |
Packing tape |
Seals all box seams completely to keep dust out |
Clean newsprint |
So dishware doesn't need washing after unpacking |
Paper pads |
For table legs and other furnishings to prevent scratches |
Bubble wrap |
Protects fragile and breakable belongings |
Furniture covers |
Keeps dust off upholstery during moving and storing |
- If you're not sure how many of each item you need, take a few extra. Bring back any unused items, and we'll happily give you a full refund.
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