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What Fits in a 5' × 8' SmartBox Container?
See how much space you have, what kinds of belongings fit well, and how to estimate how many SmartBoxes you may need.
How Much Space Do You Get?
A SmartBox gives you a compact portable storage space that works well for furniture, boxes, seasonal items, renovation contents, and smaller moves. The key is using the full height of the container and loading heavier items low and evenly.
What Fits Well in a SmartBox?
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Boxes & totes
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Mattresses & bed frames
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Dressers & nightstands
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Chairs & smaller furniture
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Garage / seasonal items
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Renovation contents
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How to Use the Space Efficiently
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Load heavy items first
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Use vertical space
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Stand mattresses/furniture when appropriate
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Fill gaps with smaller boxes
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Distribute weight evenly
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Stay under 2,000 lbs.
How Many SmartBoxes Might I Need?
The number of SmartBoxes you need depends more on the amount and type of belongings you have than the number of bedrooms in your home. A lightly furnished two-bedroom apartment can require very different space than a heavily furnished one-bedroom home.
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“What Shouldn’t Go in a SmartBox?”
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Hazardous materials
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Flammables
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Perishable food
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Live plants/animals
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Irreplaceable documents/valuables
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Anything that exceeds safe weight/loading limits
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Firearms, explosive and illegal items