Double and Triple Wall Shipping Boxes
Triple wall shipping boxes have an extra layer of fluting when compared to double wall. Flutes are the arch-shaped sheets of paper that fill up the space between two other sheets of Kraft paper. It is this construction that gives corrugated boxes their strength and water resistance. These two heavy-duty types of shipping boxes differ on several points that often influence the decision to order one type over the other. Strength: With an extra layer of fluting and sheeting, triple walled shipping boxes are certainly stronger than the double wall option. This added strength has made such boxes a good choice for heavier high-end products like electronics. The construction is so well suited to heavy-duty use, it directly competes with timber and plywood containers. The added layers provide an additional barrier that helps keep the contents dry in the event of exposure to moisture. It remains lightweight but resilient enough to hold its shape when stacked. This is why you often see e...