Vancouver Boxes and Packing Supplies:

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Delivery of Vancouver Packing supplies and boxes is free of charge on orders over $100 in the lower mainland for Canada moving supplies please see information below.

• 2 cubic ft box, recommended for the majority of the packing including books, kitchen stuff and heavier small items, they are about the size of a microwave oven or small TV, $3.49 each plus GST and PST
• 4 cubic ft box, recommended for clothing and bigger lighter items $6.95 each plus GST and PST
• Plastic moving boxes
• Plastic moving totes
• Plastic  moving bins
• 6 cubic ft, recommended for lamp shades and very large fragile items
• $5.95 each plus GST and PST
• Packing tape, $1.95 each plus GST and PST
• Packing paper, recommended to wrap your china and fragile items, the paper is sterile so there is no need to wash the dishes after the move. Packing paper also has more cushioning and isolating properties than regular newsprint. 10 pound box, $14.95 each plus GST and PST
• Wardrobe boxes to buy or rent, recommended for clothing, they ensure that the clothes will not get wrinkled .$19.95 each plus GST and PST
• Picture cartons, recommended for artwork, can be purchased or rented
• Boxes should be closed and sealed.
• Label every box with a list of contents with a marker or stickers
• Crate fragile shipping items and tag them
• Packages should be measured and weighed.
• Do not pack food items and perishables.

Make sure to have all the appropriate shipping documentation ready. Moving Boxes should be closed and sealed, professional moving boxes are recommended. Label every box with a list of contents. Crate fragile shipping items by professional craters. Packages should be measured and weighed. Do not pack food items and perishables. All boxes and Vancouver packing supplies rates are listed in Canadian dollars as the default currency,  you can buy the boxes or rent them. We carry used and new cartons in addition to plastic boxes and crates.

Vancouver Moving Boxes and Packing Supplies

• To help in sorting our the moving boxes and cartons during the move, it is a good idea to apply a colored paper sheet on every box and do the same on every room of the moving destination. The colored paper is easier to identify than numbers or letters. I you are using our plastic moving boxes, totes or bins please don't use a marker on the surface as they are recyclable and will be used by other clients in Vancouver or the lower mainland. If you do need a marker for your plastic totes, bins or boxes you can purchase a non permanent marker and then erase the labels after the move.
• Identify the contents of the box or  Vancouver moving supplies with the same color theme. For example, a box filled with dishes could be yellow, and the kitchen label in the new suite labeled yellow also. That way packing supplies and boxes can readily be identified in accordance to the room they are supposed to be placed into. Another example would be a child's room, the boxes identified with the red color could be filled with toys, blanket ect...This way your  movers will not need to ask you every time where to put boxes and cartons saving you money on the final moving bill.
• Buy your packing supplies and boxes/cartons as soon as possible, pack them as soon as you get them. A well packed move will take less time and save you money.
• Buy a large quantity of packaging supplies (available in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Ottawa, Toronto and Montreal) and start to pack items into them as soon as possible. This way on the day of the move the boxes will ready to be loaded on the moving truck. It will also make the moving boxes easier to carry because a hand cart can be used to move them.
• When you move with Vincent moving you will have access to a wide variety of packaging supplies to help the move go more smoothly. Make sure to use boxes that are especially suited to the content of the carton. The right packing supplies choice makes a huge difference for the safe transportation of your goods whether locally in Vancouver or across Canada or internationally.
• Adequate packaging supplies is of the out-most importance on your move. boxes need to be made for the application at hand and must be of durable and sturdy material. Adhesive moving tape must be strong and sticky. This way the items packed in the boxes will come out intact as they were packed. Our boxes are designed with a single objective in mind: to help protect your cherished belongings and furniture in total security as economically as possible. Our moving boxes and packing supplies are in new condition and clean.

Canada Packing Supplies

While we currently sell packaging supplies and boxes mainly in Vancouver and the lowe mainland. We plan to sell Canada wide in the next future as long as we find a suitable shipping solution. Ecommerce capabilities are already set up and the logistics is the last step to take before we become on of Canada's leading packing supplies provider. If you need a large order and boxes shipped to you anywhere in Canada please contact us and we will try to accommodate your Canada Packaging supplies needs. For Vancouver Packing/Packaging supplies and boxes please view information above. Canadian cities where will will sell boxes:

• Ottawa boxes, Ottawa packing supplies
• Toronto boxes and Toronto packing supplies, Toronto plastic bins, crates and totes
• Montreal plastic bins and corrugated cardboard boxes
• Calgary moving supplies and boxes

Why boxes are important to a smooth move

Moving is hard enough as it is, the choice of boxes is crucial to a smooth relocation. What kind of boxes should you purchase for what? Should you buy used or new boxes? Should you buy, rent or get yourself some used boxes and packing supplies? How about some plastic moving boxes, crates, totes or recyclable bins? Or maybe you need a moving kit that has everything you need already bundled up?

How to choose what boxes to use for what rooms:

A home usually consists of X major rooms, they are bedroom, living room, bathroom, kitchen, attic, garage and hallways. All these rooms need to be packed on your upcoming move to make you Vancouver Movers job easier. The better packed you are the faster and the more economical your move will be. One of the most important way to do this is to plan properly on what box size to buy or rent for what room. This can be done individually or you can purchase some moving kits to make your job more convenient. But as a general rule, bedroom boxes required would be 2 cube, 4 cube, 6 cube and wardrobe boxes. For the kitchen only small boxes are required as dishes are pretty heavy and can take a strain you Vancouver movers back and the box itself. Any room that might require larger boxes and cartons is the living room. Cushions and lamps can be put in 6 cube boxes and picture cartons can be used for your frames. Always make sure to use plenty of bubble wrap and packing peanuts for your precious and fragile living room items. For any other rooms the small boxes are usually the best choice as to make them not too heavy.

Used or new boxes:

Should you buy or rent moving boxes on your upcoming Vancouver relocation? That all depends on your budget and what the contents of the moving boxes will be. Food and perishables should be put in new boxes, same thing for precious and fragile items. The reason for this is that new moving boxes are more sturdy than second hand cartons. The are also more hygienic than used packing supplies, if you are packing condiments and jars, although hygiene is not necessary, the extra sturdiness of new boxes might be a good idea. For light food items and condiments second hand corrugated boxes that can be acquired for free from supermarkets or liquor stores can also do the job as well. New boxes should definitely be used for clothing as they will not soil your clothing and outfits, wardrobe boxes are also great as you can hang your outfits and wrap them in shrink wrap ensuring that they will moved in perfect condition whether it be across the city in Vancouver or across the country. Something else to consider when purchasing new or used boxes is the delivery cost or if you intend to hire the shiping company or not. Sometimes new boxes include delivery but used moving boxes might incur some additional costs. New moving boxes also make the move go more quickly saving you money on the cost of the relocation. Second hand boxes are ok as long as they are in good condition and can close properly.

Eco Friendly Plastic Moving Boxes:

Another option for packing supplies that is getting more and more popular are recyclable plastic bin containers. Although they are rectangular in shape rather and cubic, they still stack very well inside a moving truck. Plastic totes/crates/moving boxes are Eco-friendly and recyclable, so in addition to saving money on your Vancouver move or cross Canada long distance move you also help the environment. Plastic totes, bins and moving boxes are also very convenient and will help your movers in Vancouver or anywhere in Canada to execute a safer and more economical move. Reusable plastic crates are easy on the environment as they reduce waste and can be reused again and again. Delivery is free as long as you use our Vancouver moving services. Additionally, plastic recyclable moving boxes, crates, totes and bins don't require packing tape, cellophane or any kind of adhesive. This will reduce the amount of waste generated by traditional packing supplies like cardboard boxes and cartons (although second hand used boxes can also help the environment and reduce the negative impact of waste disposal;).

Moving Kits

For some busy individuals a moving kit might be more appropriate than buying individual moving boxes or renting plastic moving bins. A moving kit is made of a combination of box sizes to suit the average room sizes. As Vancouver's leading movers we have over the years acquired the experience needed to put together these moving kits. Box sizes range from 2 cubes to 6 cubes, bedroom kits include wardrobe boxes, living room moving kits include picture boxes and lamp shade cartons, kitchen moving kits include 2 cube boxes and packing paper to make sure your dishes stay clean (newsprint causes stains from the ink). Of course the moving kits can be altered to your specifications or left to the expertise your Vancouver mover's opinion and expertise. If you are moving your office please refer to our office moving checklist and contact us for details. Standard home moving kits are not suitable for office moving and a customized kit would need to be designed for you. Moving kits are available in Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton, Montreal and Ottawa. They can be delivered in every major Canadian city. We also sell and deliver moving kits and moving boxes across the United States using our USA suppliers.