I am moving soon, and have lots of books, maybe one or two hundred. What would be the best size (approximate dimensions) of a box that can carry several books at once but not be too heavy? I want to avoid the risk of back injuries.
2007-02-07 06:59:21 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
keep it around 12 x 9 x 9.
be sure you can close them, and stack them.
roll them out on a dolly. You'll be glad you did.
2007-02-07 07:03:28 · answer #1 · answered by A Word In Edgewise 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-22 02:47:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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I am moving soon, and have lots of books, maybe one or two hundred. What would be the best size (approximate dimensions) of a box that can carry several books at once but not be too heavy? I want to avoid the risk of back injuries.
2015-08-10 19:51:11 · answer #3 · answered by Tommy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
10" x 12" x 14" is an optimal size. Books being heavy will become cumbersome in a square box of any size. Even 12" away from the body when carrying or loading them is too much of a stretch. 10" from the body, 14" long and 12" high is the formula I use for ease of carry, weight and uniformity of packing in the truck.
2014-03-06 10:58:45 · answer #4 · answered by Orbmanelson 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I like to use a box that's used for storing legal papers. It even has handles. Also, if you can get a plastic milk crate, they're wonderful. They're a lot stronger than cardboard and have handles. The only downside is that they don't have lids but they stack incredibly well. And they are re-usable. Try and see if you can get some from your local grocery store. If you need extra boxes for moving, the grocery store is a good place to ask. They usually just crush them and will let you have them for free.
2007-02-07 08:06:03 · answer #5 · answered by mrsm 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Books are heavy, pack them in small boxes, go to U haul or another box store and get the smallest size.
2007-02-07 07:07:45 · answer #6 · answered by smartypants909 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe a shoebox size. If you go for the file box sizes they can be formidable in the weight and the handles get blocked by books.
2007-02-07 07:07:53 · answer #7 · answered by csucdartgirl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What they call 40 pounders. That carry apples and other fruit. Check at the grocers and see what size that is. Also good place for boxes is the liquor stores, good and strong and about the same size.
2007-02-07 07:29:35 · answer #8 · answered by ButwhatdoIno? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
11 x 8 x 6
thats about the size i use to ship stuff on ebay.
2007-02-07 07:06:41 · answer #9 · answered by Mike-Q 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
got wiped out in Katrina...moved a lot after that...my library my prized possession.....thousands reduced to hundreds of books...hard and sft backs...textbooks, Brittannicas, etc.---so...I learned painfully not to exceed one cubic foot boxes. Mainly because of the weight problem in carrying and STACKING if needed. Dont go over 3 high. Also, make damn sure you got good quality boxes--a heavy duty 12x12x12. or they will start busting at the seams. Buy once for quality...then fold and store them in plastic. Mine lasted for years. Use the larger boxes for other things. NOTE: one cu ft makes it easy to calculate the amount of space needed if you have to store them. good luck...
2015-12-27 23:05:32 · answer #10 · answered by Sparrow 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For moving-keep it reasonable-go with 12 x 12 x12 maybe 16 x 16 x 16 max-
2007-02-07 08:27:49 · answer #11 · answered by Allen L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋