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Campus Couriers tips for packing your boxes
Don't be tempted to overload your boxes with the wrong types of things. Put smaller, heavier items such as books, magazines, folders and course notes, etc. in a smaller box, medium size boxes for general items and larger boxes for lighter, bulkier items such as duvets, pillows and lamps. Guideline sizes are small (L42 x W42 x H21 cm), medium (L42 x W42 x H42 cm) and large (L42 x W42 x H63 cm).
Remember there are weight restrictions. Boxes must not weigh more than 25kg or there will be additional charges and your consignment may be delayed. Check at the 'How It Works' page to see how the size of the box can affect what is known as the volumetric weight.
If you are using our international services, check at the 'How It Works' page for size restrictions on the boxes you are sending.
Seal all open edges of your boxes with 48mm/50mm-wide plastic or reinforced carton tape on both the top and bottom. Ordinary household adhesive tape usually isn’t strong enough.
We strongly recommend that you only use good quality double-walled removal boxes. You can buy these locally from an office products store, a storage company, Argos or the Post Office. Once you have bought them they should last you for most of your time at university, college or school. If you are having difficulty finding suitable boxes, please contact us.
All the contents should be cushioned and protected inside the boxes with no space left for items to move around in transit. You should pad out any spaces with items such as towels or you could use rolled up newspaper or even polystyrene packing chips.
You cannot send suitcases. The adhesive labels used by the carriers can come unstuck on certain types of suitcase materials, especially fabric finishes, and this can lead to long delays or loss in transit. Suitcases are also susceptible to damage, especially the handles. Suitcases can be sent if packed in a box. We will also not accept other types of bags such as sports bags, soft bags with wheels, backpacks, laundry bags or rucksacks. Instead pack them flat and empty in a box.