Using Bubble Wrap When Sending a Package

A lot of us have had it happen before when you either send or receive a parcel and the item that is inside it suffers a breakage during delivery. You can often tell in an instant and before you have even opened it that what is inside is broken because you can hear the rattle of the numerous pieces inside. Obviously this is something that you do not want to be happening, after all who wants to receive a box full of fragmented bits. The best way to stop this from happening is by making sure that when you send any packages, you ensure that any fragile items are surrounded by adequate cushioning. There are numerous products available that can do this but by far the most popular and most effective is bubble wrap.

Since it was invented in the late 1950's it has gone on to become a world wide product used on a daily basis. The sheets of padding are available in a variety of sizes, with the smallest usually being around 6mm in diameter and the larger ones being more than 25mm diameter. The different sizes are suitable for different needs. Smaller diameter sheets are generally stronger and more resistant to bursting so can provide good protection for more fragile items. On the other hand, the larger diameter sheeting provides a softer cushioning which is perfect for use on larger items that are not as susceptible to breakages.

Whatever items you are sending through the post, you want to make sure that they arrive as they are intended to. If you are sending items as a business and they arrive broken then you will only have to send another to your customer. It is therefore extremely advisable to make sure you pack your goods properly and using bubble wrap to protect items is a very good way of doing so

Written by E-Commerce Manager of Storm Trading, Chris Roche. For more information on bubble wrap, cardboard boxes or any other packing products check out our site and see what mailing bags and packaging boxes we have available.