PACKING MATERIALS FOR SALE IN KENYA
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Packing Materials for Sale in Kenya: Everything You Need for a Safe and Organised Move
Whether you are moving house, relocating your office, shipping goods internationally, or simply organising your home for storage, the quality of your packing materials determines how safely your belongings arrive at their destination. Using the wrong materials — or using good materials incorrectly — is the most common cause of damage during moves.
Dial and Move Kenya does not just move your belongings — we also supply Kenya’s finest range of professional packing materials, the same high-quality products used by our own professional packing teams on every job. Available from our offices in Nairobi and Meru, our packing materials are priced competitively and are in stock year-round.
In this comprehensive guide, we walk you through every packing material we stock, explain how and when to use each one, and share professional tips to help you pack like an expert.
📞 Call us: 0747 500 505 | 0729 588 291 | www.dialamover.co.ke | Offices in Nairobi & Meru
1. Plastic Crates (80 Litres) — KES 4,500 Each
What Are Plastic Moving Crates?
Plastic moving crates are the professional standard for commercial and industrial moves worldwide. Unlike cardboard boxes, plastic crates are reusable, crush-resistant, and maintain their structural integrity regardless of how many times they are stacked. Our 80-litre heavy-duty plastic crates are perfectly sized for packing a wide range of household and office items.
Key Features: Our 80-litre crates offer robust high-density polyethylene construction for maximum strength, a stackable design with interlocking lids for safe stable stacking, built-in handles on all four sides for easy carrying, weather-resistance that protects contents from rain and moisture, and reusability that makes them a worthwhile investment for anyone who moves regularly or needs long-term storage.
Best Uses for 80L Plastic Crates: These crates are ideal for office files, folders, and binders, kitchen items and utensils, books, magazines, and documents, clothing and soft furnishings, fragile items packed with additional bubble wrap inside, electronic accessories and cables, and workshop and garage tools.
Professional Tip: When stacking plastic crates, always place heavier crates at the bottom and lighter ones on top. Do not exceed five crates in a single stack without additional support. Ensure lids are fully secured before stacking to maintain structural integrity.
Why Plastic Crates Beat Cardboard for Many Applications: Unlike cardboard boxes, plastic crates do not collapse when wet, do not tear at the corners under heavy loads, and can be washed and reused indefinitely. For businesses moving offices frequently or for customers who move home every few years, plastic crates are a sound long-term investment.
Price: KES 4,500 per crate. Bulk purchase discounts are available for orders of ten crates or more. Contact us for corporate pricing.
2. Packing Tape — KES 500 Per Roll
Why Tape Quality Matters
Tape is the last line of defence in a packed box. Cheap tape fails under weight, in humid conditions, or when boxes are stacked. Professional packing tape creates a secure seal that holds throughout the rigours of transit — from your home, through our truck, to your new address.
Our Packing Tape: We supply heavy-duty brown packing tape on a wide roll. This width provides maximum adhesion across the full width of standard box flaps, creating a secure reinforced seal. Each roll provides sufficient tape for sealing fifteen to twenty medium-sized boxes.
Packing Tape Best Practices: Always seal boxes with at least three strips of tape — one along the centre seam and one along each edge. Use the H-taping method by sealing the centre seam and then running tape perpendicular across both ends. Reinforce the bottom of heavy boxes with a double layer of tape. Label over tape for the cleanest most durable labelling. Do not use masking tape or ordinary sellotape as moving tape as they are not strong enough for transit conditions.
Professional Tip: For very heavy boxes such as those containing books or crockery, apply tape in a star pattern on the base — one strip lengthwise, one crosswise, and two diagonal strips. This distributes the weight load across the base and significantly reduces the risk of the bottom giving way.
Price: KES 500 per roll.
3. Cardboard Moving Boxes — KES 500 to KES 1,200 Depending on Size
Why the Right Box Size Matters
Using the correct box size for each category of items is crucial for a safe, efficient move. Small boxes are used for heavy items to keep weight manageable. Large boxes are used for lightweight, bulky items. Mixing heavy items in large boxes creates boxes that are too heavy to carry safely and may break under their own weight.
Our Box Range:
Small boxes at KES 500 each are ideal for books, crockery, canned goods, tools, and heavy items. The small size keeps the total weight manageable — a box of books should never exceed about 15 kilograms.
Medium boxes at KES 700 to KES 800 each are the most versatile size, suitable for kitchen items, toys, mixed household goods, and moderately heavy items. Most households will use more medium boxes than any other size.
Large boxes at KES 1,000 to KES 1,200 each are perfect for bedding, pillows, lampshades, light clothing, and bulky lightweight items. The rule with large boxes is that they should be light enough to lift with one hand if needed.
All our boxes are made from double-walled corrugated cardboard — significantly stronger than single-walled boxes and capable of withstanding stacking three to four boxes high.
How Many Boxes Will You Need? As a general guide: a studio apartment requires 15 to 25 boxes, a one-bedroom house needs 25 to 40 boxes, a two-bedroom house needs 40 to 60 boxes, a three-bedroom house needs 60 to 80 boxes, and a four-bedroom house needs 80 to 100 or more boxes. These are estimates — the actual number depends on how many items you have and how you pack. Our team can advise on the right quantity for your specific move.
Professional Tip: When packing, always fill boxes completely — a partially filled box will collapse when stacked. If a box is not full, fill the remaining space with crumpled white packing paper or bubble wrap before sealing. This prevents items shifting during transit and maintains the box’s structural integrity under stacking.
Price: KES 500 to KES 1,200 depending on size. Bundle deals are available for large quantities.
4. Shrink Wrap — KES 3,000 Per Roll
What Is Shrink Wrap and Why Is It Essential?
Shrink wrap — also known as stretch wrap or cling wrap — is a highly stretchable plastic film that is wrapped tightly around items to bundle them together, protect surfaces, and hold moving parts in place. It is an indispensable material in professional moving and is particularly valuable for protecting furniture.
Key Uses for Shrink Wrap: Shrink wrap is essential for wrapping sofas and upholstered furniture to protect fabric from dirt, dust, and moisture during transit, securing drawers and doors on wardrobes, cabinets, and dressers to prevent them opening during transit, bundling loose items like chair legs, lamp stands, and picture frames, wrapping mattresses to protect from stains and moisture, protecting appliances like refrigerators and washing machines from scratches, stabilising stacked boxes on pallets for commercial moves, and wrapping glass tabletops for extra protection alongside blankets.
How to Apply Shrink Wrap Correctly: Start at the bottom of the item and wrap upward, overlapping each layer by approximately 50%. Apply at least three to four layers for furniture. Pull the wrap taut as you go — the stretch is what creates the protective tension. Secure the end by pressing it firmly against the previous layer — no tape is required on the wrap itself.
Professional Tip: For upholstered sofas and chairs, always apply shrink wrap as the final layer over a furniture blanket. The blanket protects the fabric from the wrap, and the wrap holds the blanket securely in place throughout the move.
Price: KES 3,000 per roll. Each roll is sufficient for wrapping two to four large furniture items.
5. Bubble Wrap — KES 25,000 Per Roll
The Gold Standard of Fragile Item Protection
Bubble wrap remains the most universally recognised and effective cushioning material for fragile items. The individual air-filled bubbles absorb impact energy, creating a protective cushion around breakable goods that dramatically reduces the risk of breakage during handling and transit.
Our Bubble Wrap: We supply commercial-grade bubble wrap on large rolls — the same professional-quality product used by our own packing teams. Our bubble wrap features standard-sized bubbles offering excellent cushioning for a wide range of fragile items. The large commercial roll is ideal for businesses, estate moves, and anyone with significant quantities of fragile goods to pack.
Best Uses for Bubble Wrap: Bubble wrap is the ideal protection for glassware, wine glasses, and crystal, ceramics and crockery, picture frames and mirrors, computer monitors and screens, small electronics and gadgets, decorative items and figurines, musical instruments, and lamps and light fixtures.
Bubble Wrap Packing Tips: Wrap each fragile item individually — do not group multiple items in a single sheet of bubble wrap. Wrap with the bubble side facing inward toward the item for maximum cushioning. Use multiple layers for very fragile or high-value items. Fill remaining space in boxes with crumpled white paper after bubble-wrapping items. Never over-pack bubble-wrapped items — items should be snug but not crushed.
Professional Tip: For plates and flat items, wrap individually in bubble wrap and then stand them on their edge vertically inside the box rather than stacking them flat. Plates are far stronger on edge than flat, and this orientation distributes impact forces away from the fragile face of the plate.
Price: KES 25,000 per large commercial roll. Contact us for smaller quantity options suitable for domestic moves.
6. Pet Cages / Animal Transport Cages
Our pets are family — and ensuring they travel safely during a move is just as important as protecting your furniture. We supply pet transport cages in two quality tiers to suit different budgets and requirements.
Juakali Pet Cages — KES 8,000
Our locally fabricated juakali pet cages are robust, sturdy constructions suitable for dogs and cats of all sizes. These cages are ideal for transport during local moves and for use as a safe, secure space for your pet during the moving process when doors are open and the home environment is unfamiliar and potentially stressful for animals. The welded construction provides excellent strength and durability for domestic transport use.
New / Imported Pet Cages — KES 15,000
For international travel or pet owners who prefer factory-manufactured specifications, our imported new pet cages meet international airline and freight requirements. These cages are constructed from impact-resistant materials with secure latching mechanisms and ventilation panels on all sides to ensure adequate airflow during transit. They comply with International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations for live animal transport.
Choosing the Right Cage Size: The cage must be large enough for your pet to stand, turn around, and lie down comfortably. As a general guide, measure your pet’s height while standing, add 10 centimetres, and use this as the minimum internal cage height. Contact our team to discuss the right cage size for your specific animal and travel requirements.
Professional Tip: Introduce your pet to their travel cage several days before moving day. Place familiar bedding and a favourite toy inside to create a positive association. Feed your pet near the cage and let them explore it voluntarily. This significantly reduces travel anxiety on moving day.
7. White Packing Paper — KES 500 Per Kg
Why White Paper and Not Newspaper?
Many people default to using newspaper for packing, but newsprint ink transfers onto items — particularly crockery, glassware, and light-coloured surfaces — leaving unsightly marks that can be difficult to remove. White packing paper is the professional choice. It is ink-free, clean, and available in sufficient quantities for any size of move.
Uses for White Packing Paper: White packing paper is perfect for wrapping crockery, plates, and bowls with individual item wrapping, lining boxes before placing fragile items to create a cushioned base, filling voids in boxes to prevent items shifting during transit, interleaving between stacked plates and dishes, wrapping silverware and cutlery, and providing a first clean layer of protection under bubble wrap for extremely fragile items.
How Much White Paper Do You Need? Approximately 1 kg of white paper is sufficient to wrap 20 to 30 pieces of crockery or fill 4 to 5 medium-sized boxes. For a full kitchen including crockery, glassware, and utensils, budget for 3 to 5 kg of white paper.
Professional Tip: When wrapping crockery, use the bundle wrap technique. Place four to six sheets of paper on a flat surface, place the first item in the centre, fold the paper over it, then place the second item and fold again. This creates a compact, well-cushioned bundle that uses less paper per item and packs more efficiently.
Price: KES 500 per kg.
8. Brown Packing Paper — KES 800 Per Kg
Heavy-Duty Wrapping for Larger Items
Brown kraft paper is heavier and more robust than white packing paper, making it ideal for wrapping larger items and providing an additional protective layer for bulky goods. Its strength makes it the preferred choice for wrapping furniture components and heavier household items.
Uses for Brown Packing Paper: Brown paper is excellent for wrapping furniture legs and wooden surfaces to prevent scratching, layering between items in boxes for additional cushioning, wrapping heavy kitchen appliances, creating custom-sized void fillers for oddly shaped boxes, protective wrapping for garden tools and equipment, and wrapping mirrors and glass panels before adding bubble wrap.
Professional Tip: Brown kraft paper can be torn into strips and crumpled to create excellent void fill material — a more economical alternative to buying void fill specifically. Crumpled brown paper provides cushioning comparable to purpose-made packaging void fill at a fraction of the cost.
Price: KES 800 per kg.
9. Furniture Blankets — KES 800 to KES 1,500 Per Piece
Professional Surface Protection for Your Furniture
Furniture blankets — also known as moving pads or furniture pads — are thick quilted coverings designed to protect furniture surfaces from scratches, dents, and scuffs during transit. They are an essential item for anyone moving furniture and are used by professional movers worldwide.
What Our Furniture Blankets Protect: These blankets protect wooden furniture surfaces including table tops, cabinet doors, and wooden frames, glass tabletops and cabinet glass panels, upholstered furniture in combination with shrink wrap, antiques and high-value furniture pieces, kitchen appliances including refrigerator doors and cooker panels, and musical instruments including pianos.
How to Use Furniture Blankets Effectively: Wrap the blanket around the item so all exposed surfaces are covered. Secure with shrink wrap — do not use tape directly on furniture surfaces as it can damage finishes. For particularly valuable pieces, use two layers of blanket before applying shrink wrap. On trucks, blanket-wrapped items can be placed adjacent to each other without risk of surface damage.
Professional Tip: Our furniture blankets can be used repeatedly for multiple moves or for storage purposes. After each use, shake them out and fold them loosely for storage. Avoid compressing them tightly as this can reduce their cushioning effectiveness over time.
Price: KES 800 to KES 1,500 per piece depending on size.
10. Wardrobe Boxes — KES 3,500 Per Piece
Moving Your Clothes Without a Single Fold
Wardrobe boxes are tall, double-walled cardboard boxes fitted with a metal hanging bar across the top — the exact equivalent of a portable wardrobe. Clothes are transferred directly from your wardrobe rail onto the wardrobe box hanging bar, travel in the box upright, and are transferred directly back onto your new wardrobe rail at the destination.
Why Wardrobe Boxes Are Worth Every Shilling: Suits, dresses, and delicate garments arrive wrinkle-free with no folding required, which eliminates hours of ironing and steaming after the move. Wardrobe boxes protect delicate fabrics from compression damage, make packing and unpacking wardrobes dramatically faster, and can also be used at the base (below the hanging section) for shoes, handbags, and folded items. Each box holds approximately one full wardrobe’s worth of hanging clothes.
Who Benefits Most from Wardrobe Boxes: Wardrobe boxes are particularly valuable for professionals with large suit or formal dress collections, households with significant volumes of delicate or dry-clean-only clothing, anyone moving during the rainy season when clothes can be exposed to moisture, and people moving into storage where clothes need maximum protection.
Professional Tip: When loading wardrobe boxes, do not overfill the hanging rail. Clothes should hang freely without bunching. If the box is too heavy to lift comfortably, remove some items to a second box. Use the base of the wardrobe box for shoes in individual bags, scarves, and other accessories.
Price: KES 3,500 per piece.
Complete Packing Materials Price List — Dial and Move Kenya
For quick reference, here is a full summary of all available packing materials and their prices:
Plastic crates (80L): KES 4,500 each
Packing tape: KES 500 per roll
Cardboard boxes (small): KES 500 each
Cardboard boxes (medium): KES 700 to KES 800 each
Cardboard boxes (large): KES 1,000 to KES 1,200 each
Shrink wrap: KES 3,000 per roll
Bubble wrap: KES 25,000 per commercial roll
Pet cages (juakali): KES 8,000 each
Pet cages (new/imported): KES 15,000 each
White packing paper: KES 500 per kg
Brown packing paper: KES 800 per kg
Furniture blankets: KES 800 to KES 1,500 per piece
Wardrobe boxes: KES 3,500 each
Where to Buy Packing Materials in Nairobi and Meru
All packing materials listed above are available from our offices in Nairobi and Meru. Walk-in purchases are welcome during business hours. For large orders, we recommend calling ahead on 0747 500 505 or 0729 588 291 to ensure your required quantities are in stock. We also offer delivery of packing materials to your home or office for bulk orders, making it even more convenient to get everything you need before your moving day.
Need Help Choosing the Right Materials?
Not sure which materials you need or how much to order? Our experienced team can assess your specific packing requirements and recommend exactly the right materials in the right quantities. Whether you are packing a single room or an entire corporate office, we will ensure you have everything you need for a safe, organised, and successful move.
Call us today on 0747 500 505 or 0729 588 291, visit www.dialamover.co.ke, or walk into our offices in Nairobi or Meru. Our team is ready to help.
📞 Call us: 0747 500 505 | 0729 588 291 | www.dialamover.co.ke | Offices in Nairobi & Meru
Dial and Move Kenya — Professional Packing Materials, Professional Advice, Professional Results.
