A cubic metre is a volume measurement unit used primarily in shipping and moving industries to estimate the space required for transport. To calculate cubic metres, measure the length, width, and height of an item in metres, then use the formula: length x width x height. Understanding cubic metres helps plan moves, manage storage effectively, and assess insurance needs for belongings.

1. What is Cubic Metre?

2. A cubic metre is a unit of volume
measurement. It is frequently used in
the shipping and moving industries to
estimate the size and capacity of a
moving truck or container as well as
the amount of room that furniture or
other objects will occupy.

3. How to Calculate
Items in Cubic Metre?

4. You must know the item's length, breadth,
and height in metres in order to determine
its cubic metre measurement. A common
ruler or tape measure can be used to take
these measures. Once you have these
measures, you can determine the cubic
metre measurement using the following
formula: length x width x height.

5. How Many Boxes Required To Make
One Cubic Metre?
50cm
50cm
5
0
c
m
8 boxes of 50cm to make
up for 1 cubic metre

6. Common Household Items and Their
Approximate Cubic Metre Measurements
Sofa
1.5-2 CBM Arm Chair 0.8 CBM
Refrigerator
1 CBM
Washing Machine
0.5 CBM
Television 0.25 CBM

7. Household To Move Cubic Metre
Small box 0.1 – 0.2 CBM
0.2 – 0.4 cubic CBM
Medium box
Large box 0.4 – 0.8 cubic CBM
0.2 – 0.4 cubic CBM
Mattresses
Dining room table 0.6 – 0.8 cubic CBM

8. Why is it Important to Measure
Cubic Metre of Objects For Move?
Understanding the cubic metre of
your belongings will help you to
know how much space you will
need to store your belongings and
ensure that you have enough space
in your new home.
Measuring cubic metre can help
you to plan your move effectively
and prevent issues such as having
to pay extra fees for additional
space.
Knowing the cubic metre of your
belongings can also help you to
decide if you need additional
insurance for your move, as it will
give you an idea of the value of your
possessions.

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