{"id":42488,"date":"2018-02-23T07:00:44","date_gmt":"2018-02-23T14:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/?p=42488"},"modified":"2019-06-25T10:04:51","modified_gmt":"2019-06-25T17:04:51","slug":"the-different-types-of-u-haul-moving-boxes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/2018\/02\/23\/the-different-types-of-u-haul-moving-boxes\/","title":{"rendered":"The Different Types of U-Haul Moving Boxes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When you hear the phrase \u201cmoving boxes,\u201d you probably picture your standard corrugated box \u2013 and you\u2019re absolutely right! But picture this: U-Haul moving boxes stretch far beyond the corrugated variety.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42611\" src=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Untitled-design-26.png\" alt=\"U-Haul Moving Boxes\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Untitled-design-26.png 960w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Untitled-design-26-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Untitled-design-26-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Moving Boxes<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>We can\u2019t talk about U-Haul moving boxes without mentioning these corrugated masterpieces. Designed to last you four moves or 10-12 years in storage, our core selection of corrugated boxes is the bread and butter of our moving supplies. They range from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Boxes\/Standard-Sized-Moving-Boxes\/Small-Moving-Box?Id=3245&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20180223-thedifferenttypesof\">small<\/a>&nbsp;to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Boxes\/Standard-Sized-Moving-Boxes\/Extra-Large-Moving-Box?Id=3588&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20180223-thedifferenttypesof\">extra-large<\/a>, and each is rated to 65 lbs.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-42701\" src=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/download-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"265\" height=\"265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/download-1.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/download-1-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/download-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/download-1-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/download-1-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 265px) 100vw, 265px\" \/>Chances are, our core selection of boxes is not news to you. But did you know that we also have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Boxes\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20180223-thedifferenttypesof\">specialty boxes<\/a>&nbsp;for specific household items? Have some clothes that you want to keep on hangers while you move? The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Boxes\/Double-wall-boxes\/Banded-Grand-Wardrobe-Box\/?id=19405&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20180223-thedifferenttypesof\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wardrobe box<\/a>&nbsp;is there for you. Have some glassware from the kitchen that you want to keep in one piece during your move? The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Packing-Supplies\/Dish-Saver-Kit?Id=2577&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20180223-thedifferenttypesof\">Dish Saver Kit<\/a>&nbsp;has you covered. With our specialty boxes, no packing dilemma is insurmountable.<\/p>\n<p>When to use:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-size: 14px\">\n<li>When you\u2019re moving and want to protect your items during transit<\/li>\n<li>When placing items in short- or long-term <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Storage\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=storage&amp;utm_content=20180223-thedifferenttypesof\">storage<\/a><\/li>\n<li>When packing books, mirrors, TVs, delicate clothing, dishes, electronics, and more!<\/li>\n<li>When shipping items<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Collegeboxes\u00ae<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_42547\" style=\"width: 383px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42547\" class=\"wp-image-42547\" src=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/4_17_College_Boxes-546-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Collegeboxes\" width=\"373\" height=\"249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/4_17_College_Boxes-546-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/4_17_College_Boxes-546-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/4_17_College_Boxes-546-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/4_17_College_Boxes-546.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 373px) 100vw, 373px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-42547\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">No need to re-purchase boxes each semester &#8211; Collegeboxes will last you over four years!<\/p><\/div>\n<p>For some students, moving back to campus means reuniting with roommates, friends, and the liberating feeling of being on your own. For other students, it means constant stress, little-to-no sleep, and ramen noodles for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Regardless of your outlook on the college experience, one thing can be agreed upon: moving your stuff should be the least of your worries.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s where <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/CollegeBoxes\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=collegeboxes&amp;utm_content=20180223-thedifferenttypesof\">Collegeboxes<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/CollegeBoxes\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=collegeboxes&amp;utm_content=20180213-thedifferenttypesof\">\u00ae<\/a> comes in! But what sets them apart from your typical box?<\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-size: 14px\">\n<li>Sturdy, double walled boxes for maximum stacking and shipping safety<\/li>\n<li>One size fits all \u2013 24x16x18<\/li>\n<li>Each box can hold up to 106 lbs. of gross weight<\/li>\n<li>Meet FedEx and UPS standards for shipping<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>CollegeBoxes\u00ae are shipped right to your door in packs of five. Included in the shipment is a supply kit, featuring a marker, tape, zip ties, and labels. As a bonus, you can use the supply kit box as the sixth box for shipping!<\/p>\n<p>When to use:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-size: 14px\">\n<li>When you go to any of <a href=\"https:\/\/collegeboxes.com\/global\/aboutus\/schoolsServed.seam?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=collegeboxes&amp;utm_content=20180223-thedifferenttypesof\">these colleges<\/a><\/li>\n<li>When moving out after the Spring semester<\/li>\n<li>When moving onto campus for the Fall semester<\/li>\n<li>When storing for Winter break<\/li>\n<li>When studying abroad<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>U-Box\u00ae Portable Storage Containers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42766\" src=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/50.png\" alt=\"U-Box Portable Storage Containers\" width=\"798\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/50.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/50-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/50-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 798px) 100vw, 798px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>What if you didn&#8217;t have to travel with your goods on moving day? With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/UBox\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=ubox&amp;utm_content=20180216-thedifferenttypesof\">U-Box\u00ae Containers<\/a>, U-Haul has turned that vision into reality. The portable storage solution is the ultimate combination of convenience, flexibility, and security. Here\u2019s how it works:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<p>When to use:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-size: 14px\">\n<li>When you want the option of <a href=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/2016\/03\/07\/u-box-moving-and-storage-containers-delivery-methods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">home delivery<\/a> on moving day<\/li>\n<li>When looking to store items without leaving the comfort of your home<\/li>\n<li>When you need time between your arrival in your new city and move-in day<\/li>\n<li>When you need to temporarily store items on-site for a home renovation<\/li>\n<li>When you are home staging and need somewhere to store unsightly items<\/li>\n<li>When you need your belongings shipped anywhere &#8211; even overseas!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Ready-to-Go Box\u2120<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>As the newest member of the \u201cU-Haul moving boxes\u201d family, Ready-To-Go Box\u2120 is bringing new options to the table. The plastic moving box provides a quick and sustainable way to pack and transport your items, with 2.4 cubic feet of packing space available on the inside!&nbsp;Ready-To-Go Box\u2120 is not a retail item, but it is available to rent on a week-to-week basis for as long as you need! If you need it for longer than originally planned, it\u2019s no problem &#8211; just give us a call to extend your rental.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<p>Ready-To-Go Box\u2120 is currently available in select areas across the U.S. and Canada. Click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Plastic-Moving-Boxes\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20180223-thedifferenttypesof\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>&nbsp;to see if they are available to rent at a U-Haul center near you.<\/p>\n<p>When to use:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-size: 14px\">\n<li>When you don\u2019t want leftover boxes laying around after a move<\/li>\n<li>When you\u2019re moving in a hurry &#8211; no assembly required!<\/li>\n<li>When you\u2019re looking to save space \u2013 Ready-To-Go Boxes can be nested and stacked!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Moving Made Easier<\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to moving, U-Haul has never been afraid to think outside the box (pun intended). From the 1.5 cubic feet of a Small Moving Box to the 257 cubic feet of a U-Box Container, U-Haul moving boxes can accommodate for a move of any size. So the next time you are making a move, or just need somewhere to put your stuff, count on U-Haul to deliver (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/UBox\/DeliveryMethods.aspx?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=ubox&amp;utm_content=20180223-thedifferenttypesof\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">literally<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Do you have experience with any of these U-Haul moving boxes? Share your feedback in the comments section below!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you hear the phrase \u201cmoving boxes,\u201d you probably picture your standard corrugated box \u2013 and you\u2019re absolutely right! But picture this: U-Haul moving boxes stretch far beyond the corrugated variety. Moving Boxes We can\u2019t talk about U-Haul moving boxes without mentioning these corrugated masterpieces. 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