Package Size Guide

Which box should you use? Find the right size for your item.

Recommended Box by Item Type

ItemRecommended BoxDimensions (in)Padding
Phone / Small ElectronicsSmall box or padded mailer8 x 6 x 42 in bubble wrap all sides
Book / DVDSmall box or media mailer10 x 8 x 3Minimal (stiff item)
ShoesMedium box (shoe box inside)14 x 10 x 6Fill gaps with paper
Clothing (folded)Poly mailer or small box12 x 9 x 3None needed
Laptop / TabletMedium box, double-boxed16 x 12 x 43 in foam all sides
Small ApplianceMedium-large box18 x 14 x 122-3 in foam/bubble
Framed Art / MirrorCustom picture boxMatch art + 4 inCorner protectors + bubble
Wine / BottlesWine shipper insert boxWine-specificFoam inserts mandatory
Furniture (disassembled)Large box or multi-box24 x 18 x 18+Corner guards + blankets
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