What Are Long Corrugated Boxes Used For?
Extra-long corrugated boxes (36-70 inches) are designed for shipping and storing items that exceed standard box dimensions. Common applications include:
- Sports Equipment: Golf clubs, hockey sticks, fishing rods, pool cues
- Home Decor: Curtain rods, window blinds, mirrors, artwork, posters
- Building Materials: Crown molding, baseboards, trim pieces, pipes
- Outdoor Gear: Tents, canopy poles, camping equipment
- Musical Instruments: Guitars, bass guitars, instrument cases
Choosing the Right Length for Your Products
When selecting a long corrugated box, add 2-4 inches to your product length for proper cushioning. For example, a 48" golf club bag should ship in a 50-52" box with end caps or bubble wrap.
Common Sizes in This Range:
- 36" - 40" boxes: Ideal for shorter golf clubs, small artwork
- 42" - 48" boxes: Standard golf club shipping, curtain rods
- 50" - 60" boxes: Large artwork, window blinds, fishing rods
- 62" - 70" boxes: Oversized items, building materials, long poles
Long Box Shipping Tips
Shipping long boxes requires special handling to prevent damage during transit:
- Reinforce Ends: Use foam end caps or crumpled kraft paper to protect the longest dimension
- Double-Wall Construction: For items over 48", consider double-wall corrugated for extra strength
- Fragile Labels: Clearly mark "This End Up" and "Fragile" on both ends
- Carrier Selection: Some carriers charge dimensional weight fees for boxes over 48" - compare rates
Bulk Ordering & Custom Sizes
Prism Pak offers wholesale pricing on bulk orders of long corrugated boxes. Need a custom size between 36-70"? Contact our team for a quote on made-to-order boxes with your exact dimensions. Most custom orders ship within 2-3 weeks.
Related Categories
Looking for other specialty box sizes? Browse our full corrugated box selection, including 9-11" boxes, 17-19" boxes, and 27-34" boxes.
Long Corrugated Box FAQs
What size box do I need to ship golf clubs?A standard set of golf clubs is about 46-48 inches long, so ship it in a 48" to 52" corrugated box. That leaves 2-4 inches for foam end caps or crumpled kraft paper at each end, which is where long boxes take the most abuse in transit. What is the longest corrugated box you carry?This category runs from 36 inches up to 70 inches in length, in a range of widths and depths. If you need something longer or a length that falls between stock sizes, we make boxes to order to your exact dimensions. Should I use single-wall or double-wall for a long box?Use double-wall corrugated for anything over 48 inches or for heavier contents. A long single-wall box flexes in the middle when handlers pick it up at one end, and that flex is what causes crushed corners and punctures on oversized shipments. Do carriers charge extra for boxes over 48 inches?Often, yes. Major parcel carriers apply oversize or additional-handling surcharges once a package's longest side passes roughly 48 inches, and they bill on dimensional weight rather than actual weight. Compare rates before you settle on a box length, since dropping down one size can move a shipment out of the surcharge tier. What do businesses ship in 36-70" boxes?Golf clubs, fishing rods, hockey sticks, framed artwork and posters, window blinds and curtain rods, crown molding and trim, tent and canopy poles, and guitars. Typical buyers are e-commerce retailers, sporting goods dealers, art galleries, and home improvement suppliers. Can I order a custom length between 36 and 70 inches?Yes. We quote made-to-order corrugated boxes to your exact length, width, and depth, and most custom orders ship within 2-3 weeks. Wholesale pricing improves at bundle, case, and pallet quantities. |
