How Many Moving Boxes Do I Need for a 1, 2, or 3-Bedroom Home?
Packing for a move can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re unsure how many boxes you actually need. Too few, and you’ll be rushing to grab extras at the last minute. Too many, and you’ll end up with stacks of unused boxes and wasted money.
So, how many boxes should you plan for? On average, the number of boxes you’ll need depends on the size of your home and how much stuff you’ve collected over the years. Let’s break it down while showing how Briteside Boxes can simplify your move with sturdy, stackable alternatives.
How Many Boxes for a 1-Bedroom Home?
For a typical 1-bedroom home or apartment, you’ll need about 20–30 cardboard boxes. This usually includes small boxes for books and fragile items, medium boxes for kitchenware and clothing, and a few large boxes for lightweight items like bedding.
However, with Briteside Boxes, we recommend 25 boxes to comfortably pack up a 1-bedroom home. Each Briteside Box is 27x17x12 inches, offering more space and durability compared to standard cardboard options.
A typical breakdown looks like this:
Small boxes (or fragile items): 5–6
Medium boxes (clothes, kitchen items): 15
Large boxes (linens, pillows): 4–5
Briteside’s uniform box size simplifies packing and stacking, saving time and frustration.
How Many Boxes for a 2-Bedroom Home?
For a 2-bedroom home, you’ll typically need 35–50 cardboard boxes, depending on the size of your kitchen, closets, and any extra spaces like offices or storage. Two bedrooms often come with extra clothing, electronics, and kids’ toys, so planning ahead is key.
With Briteside Boxes, you’ll need approximately 40 boxes for a 2-bedroom home. These boxes eliminate the need for tape and are designed to hold up to 100 pounds each, so you don’t have to worry about breaking down or collapsing boxes mid-move.
Here’s a general comparison:
Small cardboard boxes: 10–12
Medium cardboard boxes: 20–25
Large cardboard boxes: 5–7
Briteside’s durable design also makes organizing and stacking far easier during the chaos of moving.
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How Many Boxes for a 3-Bedroom Home?
A 3-bedroom home usually requires around 50–70 cardboard boxes to pack up rooms, closets, and additional spaces like garages or attics. These homes tend to have larger kitchens, storage areas, and more furniture to pack up.
For a 3-bedroom home, Briteside recommends 55 boxes to fit everything comfortably. With their consistent size, you don’t have to worry about mismatched boxes taking up more room than necessary.
Typical cardboard breakdown:
Small boxes: 12–15
Medium boxes: 25–30
Large boxes: 8–12
Using Briteside Boxes means fewer trips, less tape, and easier stacking—saving time when it matters most.
Why Briteside Boxes Are a Better Choice
While cardboard boxes work, they come with their challenges—like collapsing under pressure, needing tape, and generating a lot of waste. Briteside Boxes are a smarter alternative that simplifies the entire moving process:
Durable: Each box holds up to 100 pounds.
Eco-Friendly: Briteside Boxes are reusable and sustainable, reducing waste.
Convenient: They’re delivered to your door and picked up when you’re done.
Spacious: With dimensions of 27x17x12 inches, they provide consistent and reliable packing space.
By choosing Briteside, you can focus on getting settled into your new home instead of wrestling with cardboard and packing tape.
Make Moving Simple with Briteside Boxes
Whether you’re packing a 1, 2, or 3-bedroom home, having the right number of boxes makes all the difference. With Briteside Boxes, you’ll save time, reduce stress, and make your move easier from start to finish.
Contact Briteside Boxes today to reserve your moving package and experience a better way to pack.
