It depends on what it is. Computer components, smartphone, TV and other "high tech" devices I will keep the boxes of because it makes it easier to sell and transport if needed. But for everything else I will throw them away.
Keep only within specific, narrow size parameters. I want the right size boxes because I move frequently; not so small as to be inefficient, not so large they will be back-crushing when full. The rest are broken down and send to the recycling bin.
I tend to toss the box, at least after the store return period ends. My partner keeps them. We still have boxes for appliances that have been gone for years.
15 Comments
phr@discuss.tchncs.de · 13 pts · 125d
keep.
i can't explain, only rationalise.
Tywele@piefed.social · 11 pts · 124d
It depends on what it is. Computer components, smartphone, TV and other "high tech" devices I will keep the boxes of because it makes it easier to sell and transport if needed. But for everything else I will throw them away.
WoodScientist@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 124d
Same as these are the most likely things to be shipped off for warranty service.
Lumidaub@feddit.org · 8 pts · 125d
Keep. You know, just until I know I'll be keeping the thing and won't be returning it. I'll totally remember to get rid of the box.
EmilieEasie@fedinsfw.app · 5 pts · 125d
It started with computer components. When/if you resell, that crowd ALWAYS wants the box and will pay more.
And it's kind of spread...
LadyButterfly@reddthat.com · 3 pts · 125d
Why is the box so important?
EmilieEasie@fedinsfw.app · 2 pts · 124d
I wish I knew!
LadyButterfly@reddthat.com · 2 pts · 124d
I love a good mystery
LadyButterfly@reddthat.com · 4 pts · 125d
Phone: keep. Everything else: DESTROY
HowlsSophie@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 124d
Generally throw away but will keep for more expensive stuff to help with moving.
Vanth@reddthat.com · 4 pts · 125d
Keep only within specific, narrow size parameters. I want the right size boxes because I move frequently; not so small as to be inefficient, not so large they will be back-crushing when full. The rest are broken down and send to the recycling bin.
Amuletta@lemmy.ca · 3 pts · 124d
I tend to toss the box, at least after the store return period ends. My partner keeps them. We still have boxes for appliances that have been gone for years.
AnalogHole@lemmy.blahaj.zone · 3 pts · 124d
Just dont ask about jars 😪
QuinnyCoded@sh.itjust.works · 2 pts · 119d
KEEP THE BOX!!!
magic_smoke@lemmy.blahaj.zone · 1 pts · 121d
If its collectable or if parts are expensive enough for me to care about the warranty.