Fellowes Medium SmoothMove Moving Box, 8 Pack, 16 x 18 x 18 Inches

Smooth Move™ Moving Boxes--It’s Moving Made Easy!

Boxes set up instantly--no tape required
Reinforced hand holes make boxes comfortable to carry
Boxes break down in an instant for quick storage
A great value; so durable, you can use the boxes again and again

Planning a move can be challenging, but you don’t have to give in to the stress. Bankers Box® Smooth Move™ Moving Boxes can help you manage your move like a pro from start to finish.

Moving Check List Check off daily tasks to keep your move on track.	Smooth Move™ Box Selection Determine which size is best for packing your belongings.
Moving Tips Make your move easier with these helpful tips.	Create Your Moving Kit Determine how many boxes you need to pack your belongings.

Moving Check List

The best way to handle a complex task like moving is to break it down into smaller tasks. Use the check list below to track what you’ve accomplished and what still must be done.

1–2 Months Before Moving Day

Packing:

Room by room, sort through possessions and decide what to keep
Donate or discard any items you no longer need
Return borrowed items to neighbors and friends
Have your valuables appraised and insured
Start packing nonessential items
Organize packed items and sealed boxes in one corner of each room

Action Items:

Keep a file of your moving paperwork so everything you need is in one place
Get 2–3 estimates from moving companies or truck rental companies
Make your reservation with the moving company of your choice
Fill out a change of address form at your local post office
Inform your bank, creditors, and others of your change of address
Contact the utilities to cancel your old service/set-up new service
Transfer school, medical, and veterinary records
Book any travel arrangements you may need

1 Week Before Moving Day

Place items that you plan to move yourself in a separate area
Pack a suitcase with clothing, toiletries, and other necessities for the first few days in your new home
Pack a box for items you will need right away such as garbage bags, toilet paper, wet wipes, cleaning supplies, phone, etc.
Confirm your reservation with the moving company

Moving Day

Read the bill of lading prepared by your mover before signing it
Note any damage to possessions as they are brought into your new home

Moving Tips

To begin, you will need boxes, cushioning materials such as bubble wrap and packing tissue, scissors, box cutters, box labels, permanent markers--but no tape.

Start packing in a space that is not often used such as a basement or garage
Set up a folding table so you can pack boxes at a comfortable height
Pack heavier items at the bottom of a box and more delicate items near the top
Line the bottom of the box with cushioning materials such as bubble wrap, packing tissue, or even paper towels
Wrap fragile items in bubble wrap or tissue paper before packing them up
Fill open spaces inside your box with towels or linens to minimize the risk of damage
Top off the box with more cushioning materials before you close it up
Write or place a “fragile” sticker on boxes with delicate items
Keep the weight of each box below 40 lbs., especially when packing books
Avoid placing items from different rooms in the same box
List the room and box contents on a label for each box
Mark both the top and side of the box for easy identification
Label the boxes that need to be unpacked first with a different color marker
Use a dolly to move stacked boxes

Smooth Move™ Box Selection
We recommend that you refer to the guidelines below when choosing box sizes:

Small Moving Box
Dimensions: 12 x 12 x 16 inches (H x W x D)

Use the small size for packing compact or heavy items
like photo albums, CDs, books, dishes, glassware, etc.

Medium Moving Box
Dimensions: 16 x 18 x 18 inches (H x W x D)

Use the medium size for packing mid-weight items like
kitchen appliances, toys, or shoes.

Large Moving Box
Dimensions: 18 x 18 x 24 inches (H x W x D)

Use the large size for packing lighter, bulkier items,
such as towels, bedding, cushions, or clothing.

Other Moving Kit Items

Storage Box Labels
The most convenient way to label moving boxes! Available in white or assorted colors for easy color-coded organization.

Roll-Stor Tubes
Transport important documents and posters without folding or wrinkling the paper.

Create Your Moving Kit
It’s always best to have more packing supplies on hand than you think you need, so you can avoid making any last-minute trips for supplies. Use the chart below to determine the approximate number of Smooth Move™ Moving Boxes you will need to create the ideal moving kit.