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Moving Volume Calculator: how many cubic meters are you moving?
Volume decides which vehicle you need and how long loading takes. Pick your furniture and appliances, add anything unusual with its dimensions, and see your total in cubic meters.
What the numbers mean
Each item has a typical volume in cubic meters (m³), based on common sizes and including the space it takes up when loaded. A double bed, for example, is counted at 2 m³ because the frame, slats and mattress rarely stack tightly. Your actual furniture may be larger or smaller, which is why you can add custom items using length, width and height in centimetres. The formula is length × width × height ÷ 1,000,000.
The packing allowance
Items never fit together perfectly. The allowance adds a percentage (15% by default) to cover gaps, awkward shapes and padding. Increase it for lots of fragile or irregular items, or reduce it if you will load carefully.
Using your result
As a rough guide, a studio is often a few cubic meters and a family home is often several times that, but there is no substitute for counting your own items. Once you have a total, the Truck Size Calculator uses it automatically.
Frequently asked questions
Does the volume include boxes?
Yes, if you enter a quantity for Boxes. If you used the Box Calculator first you can copy that number across with one click.
What allowance should I use?
15% suits most moves. Use 20-25% for many awkward items and 5-10% for neatly stackable loads.
How do I add an item that is not listed?
Use the custom item form with its dimensions and quantity.
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