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Penske Makes Ordering Supplies Easy

Ordering packing and moving supplies online is easy. Penske customers get free shipping on all orders over $25, so don't put it off. Either way you'll have one less worry on moving day. So go ahead and check one more thing off that to-do list.

Moving Boxes

Penske sells small, medium, large and wardrobe-sized moving boxes.

How many moving boxes does it take to pack a room?

Small Medium Large Wardrobe
Kitchen 4 6
Bedroom 6 4 1
Living Room 10 5
Standard Room* 10 3

*Standard residential room other than bedroom or kitchen

See our packing tips.

Packing Kits

  • Include what's needed from boxes to protective wrap to packing tape
  • Available in a variety of configurations
  • Order a kit and add more supplies as needed

Other Moving Supplies

Buy moving supplies online and check shopping off your to-do list.

  • Packing tape
  • Bubble wrap
  • Packing paper
  • Foam peanuts
  • Box markers
  • Box cutter
  • Moving blankets
  • Mattress covers
  • Ropes and bungee cords
  • Padlock

Mattress Bags

  • Protect mattresses from moisture, dirt and soil
  • Ideal for storage of seasonal items
  • Excellent for allergy sufferers

Rent Equipment When You Reserve Your Truck

During the reservation process, you can reserve equipment to help move your heavy stuff – even your car – safely. We'll have it all ready for you at pickup, as well as detailed instructions on how to pack a moving truck and some useful safety tips for using your tow dolly, car carrier, and other supplies.

Hand Trucks

Hand truck
  • Rent one of our hand trucks to make moving day a little easier
  • Each hand truck has a stair climber; move heavy items between floors without an elevator
  • Our 16, 22 and 26 ft. trucks are equipped with ramps for easy hand-truck use

Furniture Pads (4x6 ft.)

Moving Blankets
  • Protect furniture from scratches, dirt and soil
  • Wrap breakables and protect valuables
Truck Size Packs* Pads
12 ft. truck 1 12
16 ft. truck 1 12
22 ft. truck 2-3 24-36
26 ft. truck 3-4 36-48

*Available to rent in packs of twelve.

Towing Equipment

Car Carrier

We even have the tools for moving your vehicle. When you rent a tow dolly or car carrier from us, you'll get your vehicle to your new destination safely.

Read more about the towing equipment available and which is best for you.

Congratulations on your new home! You have reserved your Penske rental truck and now it is time to start planning the do-it-yourself move. We have a few helpful tips to get you started:

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