.mv-mobile-dock-btn { min-height: 42px; border-radius: 999px; border: 1px solid #deb341; background: linear-gradient(140deg, var(--mv-spark), var(--mv-spark-strong)); color: #3d3d3a; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 12px; font-weight: 800; padding: 0 14px; text-align: center; white-space: nowrap; } .mv-seo { --mv-line: #f0eee7; --mv-primary: #3d3d3a; --mv-shadow-2: 0 8px 22px rgba(61, 61, 58, 0.06); --mv-radius-lg: 16px; --mv-s5: 24px; --mv-s7: 40px; font-family: var(--font-body-family, "Inter", "Avenir Next", "Segoe UI", sans-serif); margin: var(--mv-s7) auto 44px; padding: 0 clamp(18px, 3.5vw, 34px); max-width: 1180px; display: grid; gap: var(--mv-s5); } .mv-seo-card { background: #fff; border: 1px solid var(--mv-line); border-radius: var(--mv-radius-lg); box-shadow: var(--mv-shadow-2); padding: clamp(18px, 2vw, 26px); } .mv-seo-card h2 { margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-size: clamp(21px, 2.5vw, 28px); letter-spacing: -0.02em; color: var(--mv-primary); } .mv-seo-card h3 { margin: 20px 0 9px; font-size: clamp(17px, 2vw, 21px); letter-spacing: -0.01em; color: var(--mv-primary); } .mv-seo-card p { margin: 0 0 12px 0; color: #4f4f4b; line-height: 1.6; } .mv-seo-card ul, .mv-seo-card ol { margin: 0 0 10px 0; padding-left: 20px; color: #4f4f4b; display: grid; gap: 6px; } .mv-seo-card a { color: #6b5519; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; text-underline-offset: 2px; } .mv-seo-table-wrap { overflow-x: auto; margin: 12px 0 16px; border: 1px solid var(--mv-line); border-radius: 12px; background: #fff; } .mv-seo-table { width: 100%; min-width: 640px; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 14px; } .mv-seo-table thead th { background: #faf7eb; color: #5a4a22; text-align: left; padding: 10px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid var(--mv-line); font-weight: 700; } .mv-seo-table tbody td { padding: 10px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid var(--mv-line); color: #4f4f4b; } .mv-seo-table tbody tr:last-child td { border-bottom: none; } .mv-faq { display: grid; gap: 10px; margin-top: 10px; } .mv-faq details { border: 1px solid var(--mv-line); border-radius: 12px; background: #fdfcf8; padding: 12px 14px; } .mv-faq summary { cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: var(--mv-primary); list-style: none; } .mv-faq summary::-webkit-details-marker { display: none; } .mv-faq p { margin: 10px 0 0; color: #55544f; line-height: 1.55; } @media (max-width: 979px) { .mv-wrapper { padding-bottom: 116px; } } @media (min-width: 980px) { .mv-mobile-dock { display: none; } } .mv-toast.show { transform: translateX(-50%) translateY(0); opacity: 1; } .mv-noscript { margin-bottom: var(--mv-s4); border: 1px solid #efb5ad; border-radius: var(--mv-radius-md); background: #fff1ef; color: #8c2f25; font-size: 13px; padding: 10px 12px; } @keyframes mvReveal { from { opacity: 0; transform: translateY(12px); } to { opacity: 1; transform: translateY(0); } } @keyframes mvStepIn { from { opacity: 0; transform: translateY(8px); } to { opacity: 1; transform: translateY(0); } } @media (max-width: 560px) { .mv-card-head, .mv-card-body, .mv-total, .mv-block { padding: 15px; } .mv-title { max-width: none; } .mv-nav { justify-content: flex-start; } } @media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) { .mv-shell * { animation-duration: 0.01ms !important; animation-iteration-count: 1 !important; transition-duration: 0.01ms !important; } }

Calculate how many boxes you need for your move without falling short

Planning a move without a real reference for boxes often generates extra costs and last-minute stress. This guide helps you estimate the number of boxes by size based on the type of dwelling, square meters, and volume of belongings.

The calculator's estimate is indicative but useful for preparing the purchase of cardboard moving boxes, protective material, and organization by room.

Indicative estimates by type of dwelling

Dwelling	Small boxes	Medium boxes	Large boxes	Approximate total
Studio / 1 bedroom	5-10	8-12	3-5	16-27
2 bedrooms	10-15	12-20	5-8	27-43
3 bedrooms	15-20	20-30	8-12	43-62
4 or more bedrooms	20-30	30-40	12-18	62-88

What type of box to use in each room

• Kitchen: small double-wall boxes for dinnerware and glassware.
• Living room: large boxes for textiles, decorations, and light, bulky items.
• Bedroom: wardrobe boxes for hanging clothes and medium boxes for folded clothes.
• Office: reinforced small boxes for books, binders, and dense items.

Tips for refining your box purchase

1. Apply a 10-15% margin to the estimate to cover unforeseen events.
2. Reserve small boxes for heavy items and large boxes for light, bulky items.
3. Label by room and priority to speed up loading and unloading.
4. Include tape, bubble wrap, and stretch film in the calculation from the beginning.

Frequently asked questions about moving boxes

How many boxes do I need for a 2-bedroom move?

Typically, between 27 and 43 boxes in total. If you've lived in the dwelling longer or have a storage room, add an extra margin.

Which boxes are best for books and dinnerware?

Small, reinforced cardboard boxes are the safest option for heavy or fragile items.

When should I use wardrobe boxes?

They are recommended when there are many hanging clothes; they reduce preparation time and prevent wrinkles.

What safety margin should I add?

Between 10% and 15% is usually the most practical balance to avoid running short.

If you prefer to buy directly, you can go to moving packs or select individual boxes by size.