A one man box should be 50 pounds or less. Boxes just aren't made to handle excessive weight. The most important thing to remember when packing a box is to pack it top to bottom. Try not to leave any voids. These are some of the box sizes we use and best items for them:
•Small Boxes (16x12x12.5 inches) - Are best used for heavy items because you don't want boxes to be too heavy. Examples include canned goods, extremely fragile items or books.
•Medium Boxes (18x18x18 inches) - Are best used for medium weight items, such as bedroom items.
•Large Boxes (18x18x24 inches) - Are best used for bulky or light items like pots, pans and clothes.
•Wardrobe Boxes - Used for hanging clothes so you don't have to fold them. The bottom of the box is also good for accessories.
•Dish Barrel Box - This is a thicker box used for fragile items or for long distances.
•File Box - Used for legal and letter files.