thevalerieleigh Posted December 30, 2019 Report Share Posted December 30, 2019 Hoping someone can tell me where to find a study tube where I can roll up and place 3 art prints for safe mailing. I have a FedEx account and a friend flying NOB tomorrow who will take it and drop it off for mailing but I need to locate the tube to place the prints into. Any ideas? As always, thanks for your help. Val Jones Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henrylaxen Posted December 30, 2019 Report Share Posted December 30, 2019 You can get a pvc tube at any hardware store. They are even better than the cardboard tubes. You can seal the ends with duct tape. Works great. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakeside7 Posted December 30, 2019 Report Share Posted December 30, 2019 Maybe I shop in SAT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susy Wilson Posted December 30, 2019 Report Share Posted December 30, 2019 Depending on how long of one you need, I have one you could have. Let me know the length you need and I can drop it off to you if mine is long enough:) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cedros Posted December 31, 2019 Report Share Posted December 31, 2019 I bought one at staples that I never used. You can have it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thevalerieleigh Posted December 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted December 31, 2019 Great idea, thanks! Want to make sure they're safe from any potential water damage. Val LOL, just realized this never posted. Super blonde moment! Many thanks to those of you willing to give me your mailing cylinders. I appreciate your kindness and generosity. I ended up purchasing a 2" PVD pipe and it was 30" long. Was able to print my FEDEX label and tape it on as well. Thanks for your help and Happy New Year! Val Jones Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkshawn Posted December 31, 2019 Report Share Posted December 31, 2019 I'm for impact resistance, cardboard tube is resistant & light for shipping, will survive the occasional pitch during frequent loading, unloading. If you have ever worked with PVC, it shatters on impact, especially at the ends. If you must use it, buy "schedule 40" the thicker heavier version designed for pressure systems and stuff both ends with lots of old reporter. No worries if you are carrying the tube on board. Happy New Year to all! What a beautiful morning! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thevalerieleigh Posted January 3, 2020 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2020 Thanks mkshawn, it was pretty thick and did weigh 3 lbs. so hopefully it's the better quality PVC. I did receive a FEDEX notice that it was dropped off yesterday (by a friend) for shipping to FL. I'll be curious what cost I end up paying for the service. I chose Economy Saver fare in hopes it wouldn't be too expensive. Cheers! Val Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkshawn Posted January 3, 2020 Report Share Posted January 3, 2020 Your most welcome! Let us know how it all worked out. Sched 40 is not that cheap to buy, but it is strong, wall thickness is 3mm± so a much better quality! Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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