joesnow2005 Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 1 hour ago, exciter1 said: All airbags go in the trash. I can sometimes get this roll for $30. Pratt Multipurpose Kraft Paper Sheet for Packaging Wrap, KPR30241200R, 1200' Length x 24" Width, Kraft https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AI652CM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_FWAFYHH2HQMST9VPMGKS?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 I developed a new hobby of rolling up old Kraft paper while watching TV. Saved a lot of space. All airbags go except one box just in case I need them. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exciter1 Posted November 8, 2021 Author Share Posted November 8, 2021 Just now, joesnow2005 said: I developed a new hobby of rolling up old Kraft paper while watching TV. Saved a lot of space. All airbags go except one box just in case I need them. I keep a box of airbags too, but I’ve had that same box full for a long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yyyybird Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 why air bag has no love? I always use airbag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shortbus311 Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 why air bag has no love? I always use airbagAirbags have no give. If there is a force on the side of the box the airbag will almost completely transfer the force to the set.Crumpled kraft paper has the ability to "squish" and absorbs more of the impact. Even Lego has stopped shipping with airbags and switched to kraft paper.Sent from my SM-G996U using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raindog Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 (edited) 10 hours ago, Brystheguy said: My airbags are taking up a lot of space in my store room and my wife perceives this as me having more LEGO than I actually do. What packing paper does everyone use! Plain old Kraft paper? Something else? Might be nice to have a filler option that’s smaller than all the airbags I have. I go to my local newspaper and ask for their end rolls. These are the remnants of their huge paper rolls and they usually sell them for $1 each. Don't let the size below fool you. Basically, a small roll is equivalent to a couple hundred newspapers (minus the print.) $3-4 worth lasts a real long time. Edited November 8, 2021 by raindog 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cladner Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 8 minutes ago, Shortbus311 said: Airbags have no give. If there is a force on the side of the box the airbag will almost completely transfer the force to the set. Crumpled kraft paper has the ability to "squish" and absorbs more of the impact. Even Lego has stopped shipping with airbags and switched to kraft paper. Sent from my SM-G996U using Tapatalk i used air pillow bags for a decade without issues . as long as you right size your box and pay attention to details both work equally well for me. when you are packing the same thing 20x it is quicker to measure out the same number of cells for each box then crumpling up the paper just the right way x20 but in the last year i switched to kraft paper and have had zero issues with damage . the paper takes up much less space , more price efficient, biodegradable. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonkalin Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 I actually have an air bag maker. It's great but, as have been said, you don't want to over pack it. I've never had any issues with damage because of air pillows that I've been made aware of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joch29 Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 I try to reuse all the packing materials and boxes I get but have always gotten rid of so much due to excess amount. I use paper as long as it does not tip the weight of the package to higher shipping cost otherwise air bag is used. I've also gotten pretty good at re-sizing boxes to minimize cost. No complaints so far. I may try to roll up the paper to save space. I was just folding them. Thanks for the idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voltron Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 45 minutes ago, Gonkalin said: I actually have an air bag maker. It's great but, as have been said, you don't want to over pack it. I've never had any issues with damage because of air pillows that I've been made aware of. What machine do you have? Was contemplating getting one years back but found that it was expensive (in UK was around £3-400 when I checked years ago). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonkalin Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 Yes, that is what I paid. But I do enough volume to justify the expense. And I also figured that I can sell it used and get half my money back (or more). I paid around $400. I have the Mini Air Easi Air Pillow Maker https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MY70RYG/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It's currently showing as not available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ISO8T0 Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 4 hours ago, cladner said: i used air pillow bags for a decade without issues . as long as you right size your box and pay attention to details both work equally well for me. when you are packing the same thing 20x it is quicker to measure out the same number of cells for each box then crumpling up the paper just the right way x20 but in the last year i switched to kraft paper and have had zero issues with damage . the paper takes up much less space , more price efficient, biodegradable. Second that. LEGO stopped using air pillows b/c they were over inflated and placed on top of the items which would bulge the box and crush the contents. (Lots of complaints and returns.) I reuse air pillows b/c I have them. They come in handy along the sides of sets but I also combine that with paper. Lots of opinions about packing methods on here. Avoid airspace on top of sets, but utilize it on the sides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I am Niko Posted December 12, 2021 Share Posted December 12, 2021 (edited) Anyone know where to get some 24x20x6 boxes (or slightly bigger) without having to buy 20+ at a time? I only need 3-4, and probably will never need any more after that. I checked the local Staples since I know they sell singles, but the closest was something like 24x16x6. And I have a ton of LEGO-branded shipping boxes that are close, but just a half inch or so too short. Edited December 12, 2021 by I am Niko Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joesnow2005 Posted December 12, 2021 Share Posted December 12, 2021 20 minutes ago, I am Niko said: Anyone know where to get some 24x20x6 boxes (or slightly bigger) without having to buy 20+ at a time? I only need 3-4, and probably will never need any more after that. I checked the local Staples since I know they sell singles, but the closest was something like 24x16x6. And I have a ton of LEGO-branded shipping boxes that are close, but just a half inch or so too short. I would use the extra large box from Homedepot (24x20x21) https://www.homedepot.com/p/The-Home-Depot-24-in-L-x-20-in-W-x-21-in-D-Extra-Large-Moving-Box-with-Handles-XLBX/316235468 You can then resize it to 24x20x6 by either cutting the extra height off the box or keep them to make a better cushion. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I am Niko Posted December 12, 2021 Share Posted December 12, 2021 6 minutes ago, joesnow2005 said: I would use the extra large box from Homedepot (24x20x21) https://www.homedepot.com/p/The-Home-Depot-24-in-L-x-20-in-W-x-21-in-D-Extra-Large-Moving-Box-with-Handles-XLBX/316235468 You can then resize it to 24x20x6 by either cutting the extra height off the box or keep them to make a better cushion. Completely forgot about the hardware stores. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgschmieg3 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 Where is everyone ordering shipping boxes these days? Need some for bonsai 16x12x4 and Assembly Square. I usually wait until Staples has a sale/coupon to buy 50 or so boxes. Is that still a good strategy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmpirate Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 29 minutes ago, jgschmieg3 said: Where is everyone ordering shipping boxes these days? Need some for bonsai 16x12x4 and Assembly Square. I usually wait until Staples has a sale/coupon to buy 50 or so boxes. Is that still a good strategy? Walmart, Staples, Home Depot, Uhaul . . . Uline for popular sizes. Find the size you want and then find a similar size at a better price point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmpirate Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 On 11/7/2021 at 7:54 PM, joesnow2005 said: I developed a new hobby of rolling up old Kraft paper while watching TV. Saved a lot of space. All airbags go except one box just in case I need them. Ha, nice idea. Probably better than my 7' wall of paper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth_Raichu Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 37 minutes ago, gmpirate said: Ha, nice idea. Probably better than my 7' wall of paper. Easier to store when folded than rolled, IMO. Also, air bags all the way. Especially on less than 1 pound, when the weight of kraft paper can get you over 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmpirate Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 23 minutes ago, Darth_Raichu said: Easier to store when folded than rolled, IMO. Also, air bags all the way. Especially on less than 1 pound, when the weight of kraft paper can get you over Yeah, that's the problem with paper. Weighs too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pseudoty Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 Some of these new 2022 sets are in “skinny” boxes like the Creator Tiger. They actually look weird on the shelf. I can’t wait to see the POBB rerelease in a skinny box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joch29 Posted March 6, 2022 Share Posted March 6, 2022 just noticed uline increased their prices on boxes. not sure if it was about 10% across the board but my cart just jumped 10% from yesterday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exciter1 Posted March 6, 2022 Author Share Posted March 6, 2022 1 hour ago, joch29 said: just noticed uline increased their prices on boxes. not sure if it was about 10% across the board but my cart just jumped 10% from yesterday. I’ve noticed boxes have gone up everywhere since October. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyS Posted March 18, 2022 Share Posted March 18, 2022 Not sure if this has been posted but Rakuten is 10% at Staples as well 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth_Raichu Posted March 18, 2022 Share Posted March 18, 2022 Staples code for today only (as in 3/17) A few observations: 1. Most of my go to boxes are out of stock 2. The ones in stock gave me quite a sticker shock. The 16x12x4 was $19.42 in 11/2020 and now it is $32.49. That is 70% increase in 14 months Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyS Posted April 18, 2022 Share Posted April 18, 2022 Any Staples coupons available right now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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