What can I use packing paper for?

Packing paper is a great tool for adding extra protection to fragile or easily breakable items. It is designed for lightweight and delicate items, and as it is made from paper, it is an environmentally friendly and sustainable option for packaging your items. Depending on how you’ll be using it, Packing Paper can be slightly more flexible in its uses compared to Bubble Wrap; able to pack into smaller or tighter spaces and can be a great method to fill void spaces in cartons.

Do you need packing paper?

It’s always a great idea to have Packing Paper on hand when you need to store or transport small or fragile items. It’s a versatile packing item for household items like plates or glassware, and in some circumstances due to its flexibility, can be packed into tighter spaces than bubble wrap.

Can you use newspaper as packing paper?

The short answer is yes! You can indeed use newspaper as packing paper. However, there are some important points that you will need to consider when packing your fragile items. Newspaper is thinner than standard packing paper, so it may not give you the same level of protection as paper that has been manufactured specifically to be used as packing paper. There are also risks of the ink printed onto the newspaper transferring to your items, which is not something you would need to be concerned about with packing paper.

Newspaper is a great alternative to use when you need to pack items, but it is always recommended to use it simultaneously with both Bubble Wrap and Packing Paper.

Is bubble wrap or paper better for packing?

When making the choice between Packing Paper and Bubble Wrap can depend on what you will be packing, and how you will be packing it.

Bubble Wrap is recommended for items such as:

• Glassware, Plates and Bowls
• Sensitive items, like Electronics or Antiques.
• Items that are shaped awkwardly

Packing Paper may be the better choice for packing the following items:

• Pictures and Mirrors
• Valuable Books
• Thin glass items
• Furniture pieces that are polished or made of fine wood.

It is always recommended to use both Bubble Wrap and Packing Paper simultaneously as you pack items, as this will ensure maximum protection for your fragile and delicate items!