How to Buy Bubble Wrap | Rolls vs Bundles Explained

Bubble wrap is a packaging material that is commonly used to protect delicate items during shipping. It is a simple yet effective solution to keeping your items safe during transit.

But, is all bubble wrap the same? The answer is no.

What are the different types of Bubble Wrap?

There are different types of bubble wrap that are available, and each type is designed for a specific purpose. Let’s take a look at some of the different types of bubble wrap.

1. Standard Bubble Wrap – This is the most common type of bubble wrap that you will find. It has small bubbles that are approximately 3/16 inch in size. It is ideal for protecting fragile items during shipping and storage.
2. Large Bubble Wrap – As the name suggests, this type of bubble wrap has larger bubbles, approximately 1 inch in size. Large bubble wrap is ideal for protecting large items or items that are particularly fragile.
3. Anti-Static Bubble Wrap – This type of bubble wrap is designed for use with electronic items that are sensitive to static electricity. It is treated with an anti-static agent to prevent static electricity from building up and damaging the items.
4. Colored Bubble Wrap – This type of bubble wrap comes in a variety of colors and is often used for decorative purposes. It can also be used to color-code items for easy identification.

How to Purchase Bubble Wrap & Avoid Confusion

When it comes to buying bubble wrap, there are a few things to consider.

First, it’s important to understand the terms “slit” and “perf.” Slit refers to how the bubble wrap is cut, while perf refers to the small dotted lines that make it easy to tear the bubble wrap into smaller sheets.

For example, imagine you have a large piece of bubble wrap that is 48 inches wide. If it is slit into two 24-inch wide rolls, then those two rolls equal one bundle of 48 inches.

If it is slit into four 12-inch wide rolls, then those four rolls also equal one bundle of 48 inches.

This is important to know because some companies may price bubble wrap by the roll instead of by the bundle, which can be confusing and lead to overpaying for your bubble wrap.

To help understand the difference, think of a pizza.

When you’re buying a pizza, you obviously want to know the dimensions.

Are you buying a full pizza? How many inches is it?

Are you only buying slices?

In the same way that you want to know this information for pizza buying, it’s the same for buying bubble wrap.

At Chu’s, we price our bubble wrap by the bundle to make it easier for our customers to understand what they are paying for and avoid confusion.

Additionally, we offer a variety of slit and perf options to meet the specific needs of our customers. By considering these factors, you can confidently select the best bubble wrap for your packaging needs.

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