6 Tips for Packing Your Trailer Box Efficiently and Safely

Moving or storing using a trailer box can be an exciting adventure — but it might also make you anxious to keep your belongings safely packed. Fear not! With a bit of planning and some clever packing techniques, you can maximise the available space, keep your items safe and secure and ensure a smooth journey using your box trailer. In this blog post, we'll share practical advice on how to pack a trailer box like a pro, as well as give you expert tips on how to safely load items inside a trailer box. Let's dive in and master the art of packing trailer boxes!

Essential Tips to Keep in Mind when Packing your Trailer Box

• Plan ahead

Before you start packing, take some time to plan and strategise. Create a list of items you'll be packing and prioritise them based on importance and frequency of use. This will help you determine what needs to go in first and what can be packed last. Consider creating an inventory to keep track of your belongings and ensure nothing gets left behind.
Also, measure the dimensions of your trailer box to determine how much space you have and plan accordingly. A well-thought-out plan is the foundation of a successful packing process.

• Plan ahead

Before you start packing, take some time to plan and strategise. Create a list of items you'll be packing and prioritise them based on importance and frequency of use. This will help you determine what needs to go in first and what can be packed last. Consider creating an inventory to keep track of your belongings and ensure nothing gets left behind. Also, measure the dimensions of your trailer box to determine how much space you have and plan accordingly. A well-thought-out plan is the foundation of a successful packing process.

• Plan ahead

Before you start packing, take some time to plan and strategise. Create a list of items you'll be packing and prioritise them based on importance and frequency of use. This will help you determine what needs to go in first and what can be packed last. Consider creating an inventory to keep track of your belongings and ensure nothing gets left behind. Also, measure the dimensions of your trailer box to determine how much space you have and plan accordingly. A well-thought-out plan is the foundation of a successful packing process.

Choose the Right Materials

Australia is an unforgiving place to head out into nature. From cold nights in the desert to scorching days by rivers and lakes, snowy peaks and humid rainforests, it’s a mixed bag of beautiful but harsh climates. Accordingly, if you plan to invest in a camping swag that can do it all, you want
suitable materials for the job.

A good swag will be made of a material that can do a lot. We’re talking about:

• Protection from rain
• A good seal to keep out wind, water and creepy crawlies
• Sturdiness that can hold up during storms
• Weather-proof floor to keep moisture out
• Options for airflow on hot days

We spent a lot of time researching and developing our range of camping swags to come up with designs that we could rely on in far-flung locations and hard tracks. We use a 410 gsm ripstop canvas to give a completely waterproof canopy, bolstered with fully taped seams, full-length storm flaps to keep
you secure and a functional two-way zip system that makes entering and exiting your swag easy. A 600 gsm reinforced PVC bucket floor is layered with
a 70mm foam mattress to keep you dry and comfortable all night.

Pick the Type of Swag that will Suit you

There are plenty of different styles of camping swags, and depending on the way you like to camp and your personal preference, certain styles may
suit you better than others. The two major types of camping swags are:

Dome swags — On the other hand, dome swags create a roomier and more comfortable sleeping style, featuring flexible bent poles that create a dome-like entrance at either end. This gives you extra headroom inside to sit in, and the shape also offers better protection from storms and direct rainfall away from you. The trade-off with all that extra space and protection is a heavier, more cumbersome carry.

Apex swags — Apex swags have a single point of elevation created by a pole. They are lightweight and easy to carry, and set up is simple; just roll out and set up the pole, and you’re ready to go.

At T.C Boxes, we offer dome swags in single and double sizes for various camping needs. Openings at either end and from the top make it easy to access your swag but also seal up to keep you warm and dry when you need it.

The built-in mattress makes for a more comfortable sleeping experience, especially valuable when you’re headed out for days or weeks on a trip or planning to trek during the day and need to have your strength. The increased headroom also allows for easier dressing in the morning before you head out into the frosty air.

Pack your Trailer Like a Pro

Congratulations, you're now armed with the ultimate packing wisdom for your trailer box adventure! With these expert tips in mind, you can load your belongings like a pro and embark on a worry-free journey. From planning ahead to maximising space, using proper packing materials, securing the load and distributing weight evenly, you've got it all covered. So pack your trailer boxes with confidence, hit the road and enjoy the thrill of the open highway, knowing that your precious cargo is safe and sound.