Bubble wrap rocks

There are many different types of material that can be used for packing supplies. Bubble wrap has been around for almost one hundred years. The advantage bubble wrap has over other materials is how light it is yet providing superior protection for the item being shipped. Bubble wrap is also fun to play with as the popping of the bubbles can be pretty satisfying to do and keep the kids entertained for a while. Bubble wrap can also be reused so long as you do not pop the bubbles, which can be hard to resist speaking from experience. 

Bubble wrap was invented in the nineteen sixties, and since its conception, it has been one of the best materials for packing. The creation of bubble wrap was an accident believe it or not. Two men were trying got create a new kind of wallpaper that would appeal to the younger generation. They put two plastic shower curtains together and put them in a heat press. They were disappointed when they saw the end result. A single sheet of flimsy plastic with bubbles of air dotting the surface. Little did they know this accident would shape how we ship items today. 

The bubbles on the bubble wrap are essentially trapped pockets of air. This allows the bubbles to change shape and apply a good amount of pressure to the item keeping it protected. Bubble wrap provides the best kind of protection due to the fact the bubbles give the thing outstanding amounts of shock and vibration absorption. Another key feature is that because it is plastic, it helps prevent static buildup, which is great for electronics being shipped. The lightweight factor of this material is also significant as it does not add to the overall weight of a package.

Playing with bubble wrap is also very fun. Popping the air bubbles is a satisfying feeling and sound. This playful aspect of the bubble wrap is not the best, though, as it ruins the structural integrity, so you will not be able to reuse it. The ability to reuse this material as it saves large manufacturing companies from making more and creating harmful smoke and fumes for the environment. It is hard not to pop the bubbles because of how fun it is but try to remember if you do end up popping some bubbles, you will not be able to use it again because it will not be able to protect your item. 

Bubble wrap is one of the best packing supplies or materials you can use. It has a great deal of protection for any stored item or shipped time. The ability that it can protect items from vibration and bump damage. This is key as some packing materials do not do this and allow the thing to shift around and take each and every bump on its way to you or your customer. It is funny that the invention of bubble wrap came to form a failed attempt at making a new kind of wallpaper. It is good that this accident happened though as it has shaped how we ship and receive items today. The fun aspect of bubble wrap is also unique. Bubble wrap can be used to keep the kids entertained while you are busy working from home. 

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