Directions:

Start by entering the length, width, and height of your basket or box.

Don’t worry—there’s no need to label each dimension precisely. Just measure across, high, and deep in any order.

No basket or box on hand? Use these common household items to help estimate your dimensions:

• A paper clip is just less than 1.5 inches long.
• An iPhone is just less than 6 inches long.
• A ring box is typically less than 2” x 2” x 2”.
• A men’s shirt box is typically 15” long, 9” wide and 2” deep.
• A typical women’s shoebox is 12” long, 7” wide and 4” deep.

Now that you’ve entered your length, width and height, our tool has automatically given you a number called your basket volume. You’ll see this in the first bright pink box.

Now, enter the number of baskets or boxes you want to fill.

We’ve now automatically calculated your total crinkle paper basket fill (shred) volume.

But what you really want to know is the final number—how much to buy! That total is clearly labeled as “Total Pounds of Shred to Order.”

Crinkle paper basket fill is available in 10- or 40- pound boxes. You may need to decide whether to order slightly more or slightly less than your exact requirements.

We hope this calculator makes your gift season a little easier!