How to measure dimensions of a custom packaging and boxes in a right way?

Measuring a custom packaging box can sound easier, however it is definitely a task which cannot be done perfectly by any layman. Pertinent to custom packaging, it is vital to have perfect dimensions for the safety of your products. But, to measure the dimensions of a box perfectly, you will need few tricks and techniques.

Are you also struggling to measure the customised box that you got for your venture? Don’t worry! To have an insight of the tricks and techniques of measuring the box in a right way, keep reading the article ahead.

Inside And Outside Dimensions Of A Box

Measuring a box from the inside, as well as the outside is a crucial step to get the exact dimensions. As a business owner, you would need to mention the dimensions of the box from the inside for storage purposes, but while shipping it, the box will be measured from the outside to evaluate the actual space required to keep the box. So, make sure your measure both the sides of the box accurately.

How To Measure A Custom Box In A Right Way?

When measuring the dimensions of a box, there are three crucial aspects of the box, which
are:

Length – length refers to the side of the box which is the longest one when the box is in a standing position.
Width – the shorter side of the box is know as width.
Height — it is also known as depth of the box is perpendicular to the length and
width.

To measure a box you will have to take a box in front of you and start measuring from all the sides that is how you will do the following:

Measure from left to right
Then measure from top to bottom
Now, as a last step measure from back to front

All these measurements will be done by using a measuring tape.

Is It Important To Measure A Box?

It is definitely one of the most important aspect of packaging industry to get the accurate dimensions. It is vital to know the weight and the size of the box in keeping the product in inventory or shipping it from one place to the other. Your products go through the harsh shipments and are handled by numerous hands, without a proper size of box/packaging it can be prone to damage. A lot of things about your product are dependent on the exact size of the box and makes it one of the most important aspect. So, make sure if you are going to measure a box you read and understand this article throughly to get the exact dimensions.

Is There Any Universal Method To Measure The Dimensions Of A Box?

Every box has different size, style, design and volume. But, in almost every case the way of measuring a box is similar, which is the rule of L x W x H. So, definitely some aspects of the measurement can change while measuring a round box in comparison to the square box but the universal formula would be applied to get the right dimensions of any box. To make it more clear, consider a box is 10 inches long, 7 inches wide and 9 inches high. You will have to find the dimensions by multiplying all these, for example:

10 x 7 x 9

The answer would be 630 inches.

Measurement Of The Girth Of A Box

Measuring the girth of a box can be tricky, but not impossible. However, girth of the box is not measured like the volume of a box. Girth is usually measured for unique designs of the boxes. To calculate the girth of a box, you will have to use a flexible measuring tape and after that, you will measure the height and the width of a box with the help of a measuring tape. After that, you will multiply the sum of these dimensions with two. Just like 2(W+H). For example, if the height of a box is 10 and the width is 2, it will be calculated as:

2 (2 +10) = 24 inches

Wrap Up

Hope this article was of help to you as it mentions all the possible methods to find out the right dimensions of a custom-made box. With having great importance, we also assist you to measure the dimensions of the box once we deliver it at your place. If you still have any sort of questions in regard to custom packaging and boxing, you can read the frequently asked questions below, or you can simply contact us to get all your queries resolved. Happy reading!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it important to have good mathematics to measure a box?

Yes, you should know basic mathematics to be able to measure the dimensions of a box. But, if you don’t know much about mathematics there is no problem as you can simply calculate it by using a calculator.

Is it difficult to measure the dimensions of a box?

No, it is not difficult to measure the dimensions of a box as you just have to find out the three sides and multiply them together. But, it can be a tricky task.

Can you send me the measurement of the custom box at the time of delivery?

Yes, we can surely send you the exact measurements of the boxes at the time of delivery.

Which is the best unit to measure the dimensions of a box?

Inch is the best unit to measure the dimensions of a box as it gives the accurate measurements.

Is it important to measure the exterior and interior of the box?

Yes, to have a right idea of the size of box you should measure the dimensions from both: outside and inside.