Abbot Box Company

Cardboard might not sound exciting, but in a neighborhood where small workshops hum alongside glass towers, it’s the quiet backbone of every move, every online order, and every handmade project. Abbot Box Company has been supplying that backbone from the same corner of Long Island City for decades. Their storefront sits at 37-11 10th St, just off the main drag where delivery trucks and cyclists weave past each other all day.

This isn’t just a place to grab a single box for your next apartment shuffle. Local makers, e-commerce startups, and even a few galleries rely on the shop for corrugated sheets, padded mailers, and custom-cut packaging that keeps fragile items intact. The selection leans practical—think sturdy corrugated rolls, packing tape by the case, and bubble wrap in bulk—though they also stock specialty items like insulated liners for food shipments and eco-friendly alternatives that don’t skimp on protection.

When you need something specific or just want to avoid the hassle of online returns, calling ahead can save time. Their number, (718) 392-2600, connects you to someone who can confirm stock or suggest the right size for that oddly shaped lamp. No appointment necessary, but it’s worth checking if you’re after something less common.

The area around 10th Street has a way of blending the industrial with the creative—warehouses next to art studios, old-school hardware stores beside sleek coffee shops. Abbot Box Company fits right in, a no-frills resource for anyone who needs to pack, ship, or store. For directions, their map pin drops here: https://www.google.com/maps/place?ftid=0x89c258cdfc4ba2ed:0x358d2e3ba31545d. The sidewalk outside is always dotted with hand trucks and the occasional stack of flattened boxes waiting for a second life.