Packing calculator

Bubble Wrap Calculator

Estimate bubble-wrap area and roll length for fragile items.

Estimate bubble wrap

Conversions, presets and imports retain reference precision. Manually edited numbers use the normalised value shown. Unit preference is saved in this browser.

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Planning estimate
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—Whole rolls
—Roll length
—Coverage basis

Assumptions used

Area = items × area per item × layers × (1 + waste). Small/Medium/Large presets: 1, 4 and 9 sq ft per layer (approximately 0.09, 0.37, 0.84 m²). Length = area ÷ roll width. Defaults: Medium, 2 layers, 20% extra, 2 ft width. Positive roll length gives a whole-roll count; 0 means unknown.

How this calculator works

Select a starting allowance based on item size, then adjust it for protrusions, overlap and protection. Wider rolls can cover the same area with less linear length. Enter the supplier’s roll length if you want a roll count to transfer to Budget. This estimates material use, not protective performance.

How to use this estimate

Packing estimates are starting points. Carton dimensions, item density and the way you seal or protect boxes change material use.

What can change the result

Measurements, provider specifications, packing style and local access conditions can all change the answer. Use the result as a planning range, then verify the actual vehicle, unit, product dimensions or supplier rules before you book or buy.

Planning note: Do not use this calculator as a substitute for payload limits, lifting guidance, building rules or professional quotations.

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