foam for packing

Choosing the right foam for packing is the simplest way to make sure fragile pieces arrive in one piece. Whether you're shipping handmade goods, moving keepsakes, or storing equipment between projects, a good layer of cushioning absorbs bumps and keeps items from shifting inside the box.

Why Foam Beats Loose Fill

Unlike peanuts or crumpled paper, foam stays put. It can be cut to fit any box or case, it's reusable, and it gives you even, consistent protection around every edge and corner.

Types of Packing Foam to Consider

Soft Polyurethane Foam

Open-cell and flexible, this foam conforms to irregular shapes. It works well for wrapping glassware, ceramics, and delicate crafts.

Egg Crate Foam

The convex surface cradles items and adds extra shock absorption, which makes it a favorite for lining shipping boxes and instrument cases.

Firm Foam Sheets

Denser sheets hold their shape when cut into custom inserts for tools, cameras, and electronics.

What to Look For

• Thickness: heavier or more fragile items need deeper padding.
• Firmness: softer foam wraps; firmer foam supports.
• Ease of cutting: choose foam you can trim cleanly at home.

Ready to protect your next shipment? Browse our selection of packing foam and protective padding below to find the right fit.