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Old 03-19-2014, 04:31 PM
 
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Hello,

I'm considering renting plastic moving boxes or crates from a company in Arlington called Lend a Box. Has anyone here used them before? Any feedback would be appreciated.
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Old 03-20-2014, 07:24 AM
 
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Not sure if you know, but you can get STURDY cardboard boxes from Starbucks, ABC Store, Grocery stores with cover for FREE! Starbucks boxes are my favorite! You just have to call them in advance and ask them to save the boxes for you and you go collect it. I used these boxes while I moved! After you're done, you can recycle them
The only boxes I paid money was for the 4 wardrobe boxes I got from Home Depot...I put them on Craigslist for free after I was done using it.
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Old 03-20-2014, 08:07 AM
 
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Hello,

I'm considering renting plastic moving boxes or crates from a company in Arlington called Lend a Box. Has anyone here used them before? Any feedback would be appreciated.
These are designed for commercial/ office moves, not residential. This mean, they are designed for office items, such as books, files, and supplies. Many residential items (art, pots, pans, etc) can be larger than these "one size fits all" crate. They are very heavy, even when not loaded. Carrying a loaded one is extremely difficult, so they are designed to move with dollies. This is great if you live on one floor with no stairs. If oyu have to use these with stairs, I hope you have a great chiropractor.
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Old 03-20-2014, 09:28 AM
 
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FWIW, you can get a ten pack of cardboard file size boxes at Staples for about $18. These are sturdy, collapse flat for storing and last forever. Mine have been recycled through many moves over the years.
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Old 03-20-2014, 09:51 AM
 
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I don't have experience with Lend a Box. But I have to admit that the last time my office moved and we used those types of crates, I was thinking they would be nice for my next personal move. They stack beautifully, and once you get 4 or 5 of them stacked on a dolley, it's a breeze to get them on a truck.
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Old 03-20-2014, 10:10 AM
 
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Hello,

I'm considering renting plastic moving boxes or crates from a company in Arlington called Lend a Box. Has anyone here used them before? Any feedback would be appreciated.

i don't think you are getting an answer in this thread . there is a moving/storage thread in general forums down below..
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Old 03-20-2014, 12:57 PM
 
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I don't have experience with Lend a Box. But I have to admit that the last time my office moved and we used those types of crates, I was thinking they would be nice for my next personal move. They stack beautifully, and once you get 4 or 5 of them stacked on a dolley, it's a breeze to get them on a truck.
Yes--I believe they're similar to the crates or "totes" used by retailers like CVS and Ace Hardware to carry products, and if so they seem like they'd be useful for me.

To the person who commented that these things seem more suited for "office items, like books": Thanks! Perfect! I have about 800 books in my personal library, and they're a pain to move.
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Old 03-20-2014, 12:58 PM
 
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i don't think you are getting an answer in this thread . there is a moving/storage thread in general forums down below..
Thanks, and it looks like you're right--I'll check out the general forum.
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Old 03-20-2014, 01:15 PM
 
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Yes--I believe they're similar to the crates or "totes" used by retailers like CVS and Ace Hardware to carry products, and if so they seem like they'd be useful for me.
This is almost exactly what we used, except ours were bright yellow. I like the strength of them. They don't buckle under the weight of whatever is stacked on top, like cardboard boxes can.

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Old 03-20-2014, 04:11 PM
 
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I have used this type of container before (also called "stackable bins)" and they work VERY well, much better than cardboard boxes. They are also great for storage since they stack and the uniformity (all they need are labels). One suggestion is to get two different sizes since you may want a smaller bin for heavier items (i.e., books, etc.) and a larger bin for lighter things (i.e., pots and pans, linens, etc.) . Especially if you're doing the packing and staging.They open easily and can be secured with zip ties.

But as leighland mentioned, there is another C-D forum on "Moving" where you may get other responses. Good luck!
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