Knowing what packing materials to buy — and how much — is one of the things that trips people up most when moving house. This guide tells you exactly what you need based on property size, with product recommendations you can order today.
| Property | Boxes (small) | Boxes (med) | Boxes (large) | Tape Rolls | Bubble Wrap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 Bed | 10–15 | 5–8 | 2–4 | 3–4 | 1 roll |
| 2 Bedroom | 20–30 | 10–15 | 5–8 | 5–6 | 2 rolls |
| 3 Bedroom | 30–45 | 15–25 | 8–12 | 7–8 | 3 rolls |
| 4 Bedroom | 45–60 | 25–35 | 12–18 | 9–12 | 4–5 rolls |
| 5+ Bedroom | 60+ | 35+ | 18+ | 12+ | 5+ rolls |
* Always buy 20% more than you think you need — running out of boxes mid-pack is one of the most stressful moving day problems.
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Books, canned food, tools — these go in small boxes. A large box full of books is impossible to lift safely and usually splits.
Write the destination room AND the contents on two sides of the box. "Kitchen — pots and pans" beats "Kitchen" every time when you're searching at 9pm.
Kettle, mugs, toilet roll, phone charger, change of clothes, snacks — this goes in your car, not the van. You'll need it before the van is unpacked.
Before unplugging your TV, router or gaming setup — take a photo of the back. You'll thank yourself when you're reconnecting at the new house.
Roll soft clothing around fragile items instead of using bubble wrap. Saves money, saves space, and your t-shirts double as packing material.
Cleaning products, toiletries and cooking oils go in sealed zip bags inside boxes — one spillage can destroy everything around it.
We offer a full packing service — we bring all the materials, pack everything on the day before your move and you don't lift a finger.