How should I use the materials estimate?
Use the result as a starting checklist based on the property and contents selections, then adjust it for your packing style and supplies already available.
Packing Materials Calculator
“The packing materials calculator estimates boxes and protective supplies from your property and contents selections. Use its result as a starting checklist, then adjust for unusually large, fragile, or valuable belongings. Material quantities are indicative and can vary with packing style, item size, and what you already have.”
Create an indicative packing-materials plan before you start buying boxes and protective supplies.
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Planning result
Packing materials plan
- Small/medium boxes: 24+
- Kitchen boxes: 8+
- Fragile-item wrap: 10 m indicative allowance
- Book boxes: 10+
- Tape rolls: 2
- Paper/wrap: based on fragile items and kitchen contents
Indicative result only. It is not a price, formal quote, capacity guarantee, or booking confirmation.
Request a formal quoteHow this calculation works
The calculator applies transparent planning assumptions to the details you enter. It is designed to help you think about volume, crew time, access, packing, and sequencing before you request a quote. It does not use fabricated prices and cannot replace a review of the actual addresses.
Results can change when furniture is unusually large, access is restricted, a lift is unavailable, parking is distant, or the inventory includes loft, garage, garden, office, or storage items. Add those details when contacting the team.
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What changes the number of boxes and protective materials?
Item size, fragile contents, how belongings are packed and the amount already boxed can all affect what is needed. If you book packing with us, materials are charged per item used, boxes £5, wrap £15, tape £10 per roll, so this estimate doubles as your materials budget.
Should fragile or valuable items be listed separately?
Yes. Identify them early and confirm suitable packing and handling arrangements before moving day.
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