The Post Box

The private letter boxes that we take for granted these days were first seen in Paris in the late 18th century, and only made it across the Channel in the mid-19th century; before the mail was delivered to the local post office for collection.  When the postman doing his rounds first came on the scene in the UK, he would actually knock on the door to give the post directly to the householder.  On much of the continent and in North America, the preference has always been for external metal post boxes, either mounted on the side of a house or on a post.  In the USA they often have a flag on them that the postman flips to let the householder know that they have mail to collect.

Until recently these external post boxes were rare in the UK, although multi-tenancy buildings like apartments in city centres such as London would have individual mailboxes in the entrance way to the property, and this practice is still common.  External mail boxes are starting to become more widely seen these days in the UK at domestic properties, as they have several advantages over the traditional slot in the front door - and they can also be a decorative addition to the house.

Here at Mailbox Mania we stock all kinds of letter boxes, newspaper boxes and even boxes designed to take parcels.  From moulded Victorian styles right through to the most uber chic stainless steel post boxes we have the right look to complement your home at affordable prices.

Dogs are the bane of the average postman or woman’s working life.  They can be barked at, chased and rather too often bitten whilst going about their daily job of delivering the post.  Unfortunately most owners see their beloved pets through rose tinted glasses and have difficulty believing that their dog can actually make the postie’s life very difficult.

The response that most people have to a letter from Royal Mail complaining about the postman being in fear of losing his fingers is that he shouldn’t put them through letter boxes, then.  However, the Royal Mail is well within the bounds of the law to refuse to deliver your post if you fail to restrain your pet.

The simple solution is to fit a residential mailbox on the wall by the door for your mail.  This is far more humane than having your dogs muzzled at all times, and need not cost a fortune.  Here at Mailbox Mania we can supply lots of different designs of mail boxes in a durable, strong steel that will stand the test of time.  By installing one of our post boxes you can resolve your post problem in minutes.

Don’t worry if you have your papers delivered as there are boxes that are perfect for both letters and papers, so even if you blocked up your letter box you could still get your papers delivered - and of course they wouldn’t have teeth marks in them anymore! Whatever kind of home you have we are sure to have a mailbox that will look great.

If you live in a shared address you need to make sure that each individual address has secure residential mailboxes. You will find that some addresses have shared post boxes and this is not a good idea as your post could go missing and it could be down to anyone that has been into the building, so it is therefore hard to trace whoever took it.

If you do not receive your post you may miss out on an important letter, an important bill that needs paying or maybe birthday cards could go missing- especially if the thief thinks that there is a possibility that money could be in them.

You need to make sure that this does not happen and you can do this by making sure that each individual address in the building has their own residential mailboxes for the postman to deliver their mail into.

As the mailboxes have locks on and the postman posts each letter into the correct address, this means that your post is kept secure and guarantees that you will receive all of the post that is sent to you, without the fear of having to worry that someone else has taken it.

Here at Mailbox Mania we have a range of post boxes and they can be purchased individually and if you have a large number of post boxes needed they can be connected together so each address has a mailbox, while they are all located in the same place together making it easier for the postman to deliver your letters.

If you live in a shared residential address you are at risk of a large number of people living in your building may have access to your post, this means that you may not be receiving all of your mail, which could be a great concern. So making sure that each individual address in your building has separate residential mailboxes is a way to make sure that you mail remains safe.

Having residential mailboxes guarantees that the post is only accessed by the name on the envelope and you are guaranteed security as the mailboxes all have locks on so that the key holder can only access it. Here at Mailbox Mania there are a range of residential mailboxes available and you need to make sure that you opt for a unit that is suitable for your building.

If you have a lobby then the mailboxes can be attached to the wall of the lobby. Each of the individual mailboxes are attached together and then attached to the wall and labelled for each individual address. It is then down to the postman to post the mail into the correct residential mailbox. These can also be attached to a wall on the outside of the building as well if you do not have a reception that can be accessed with ease.

There are also residential mailboxes that can be put through a wall so the mail is posted through the outside of the building and collected from the inside, but it depends on the residential situation.

When you have post delivered to your home, you need to make sure that you have residential mailboxes that will meet your individual needs. Your post is very important, and there are a range of items that are delivered through your letterbox in your front door and you must make sure that they remain safe until you are ready to collect them.

Here at Mailbox Mania we appreciate that everyone needs a mailbox, and we have a wide range of mailboxes so that there is a mailbox that is suitable for every residential address.

Some of the mailboxes that we have come in stainless steel and they are finished in either a matt or shiny finish. However, if you would rather have a mailbox in a bright, attractive colour, we also have galvanised steel mailboxes that have been powder coated in a paint to suit the environment in which they will be displayed.

All of the mailboxes that we have here are predrilled and come with all of the fixings that you would need to make sure that your mailbox is hung correctly - and that it will stay hung in place for years to come. This is essential because if you use the incorrect fixings, you may injure someone when it falls off of the wall.

Your budget will influence the decision upon what mailbox you choose, as all of the mailboxes vary in prices.  All of our mailboxes have a lock and we guarantee that your post will be kept secure.

If you have a shared address you need to make sure that each of the addresses have individual, residential mailboxes. You always need to make sure that your post is secure, and with a shared mailbox you cannot guarantee that your mail is secure and that you will receive everything that is sent to you.

Here at Mailbox Mania we have identified these problem areas and we have some great residential mailboxes that can be modified to meet each individual building’s needs - all of which have secure locks on, so that only the key holders can access the mail.

There are multiple occupancy mailboxes that come in a wide variety of options. There are free standing units that have mailboxes attached, and these are great if you do not have a spare wall to hang them on as the unit can be placed anywhere where there is a space.

Also, there are horizontal and vertical mailboxes. They come in a range of sizes and you can have as many of the units that you require, as they are attached together so that you can create a larger unit so each resident that lives in the address has a secure letterbox.  These can be mounted on a wall on either the inside or the outside of the property.

There are also mailboxes that can fit through the wall of the building, so the mail is posted through the front of the letter boxes and then the post can be retrieved by the key holder from the inside of the building.

Living in a residential address means that you need to ensure that you have residential mailboxes, for the simple reason that this is the best method of keeping your personal post safe and secure.

There is such a wide range of residential mailboxes available on the market today that you need to make sure that you have the chosen right one to accommodate your residential needs - as well as the rest of the building’s.

No matter what sort of residential property you live in, here at Mailbox Mania we have mailboxes to suit your property. Living in a shared address such as a block of flats can have an easily resolved solution. There are multiple occupancy mailboxes, which involve having a number of mail boxes connected together so that each individual flat has a letter box in one central location.

These can be placed on the wall outside of the building, or if the postage delivery person can gain access to the reception of the building this is usually the ideal place to have it.  All of the mailboxes come predrilled and with all the fixings that you need so they are ready to install, no extra fuss.

Each individual mailbox has a cylinder lock so the resident to whom the mail box belongs is the only one to have access to it. These are a far better option than having all the post gathered in one large mailbox or, as often happens, scattered all across the back of the entrance door – leaving you open to identity fraud and lost mail.

So, in effort to avoid such a nuisance, contact Mailbox Mania and we will discuss how our extensive range of mailboxes can cater to your individual needs.

If you live in a flat or a apartment you may have a dilemma as your post is mailed through one communal letter box for a number of addresses in the building. This means that it is then left for one of the owners of one of the properties to make sure that everyone gets their post delivered or put in a designated place.

This means that your post is not secure and there is no guarantee that you will receive all of the post that is delivered.  Accidents can happen, post could be misplaced and this could be an important document you are waiting for or even result in identity fraud.

To stop the hassle, at Mailbox Mania we can assist your building in making sure your post is kept as secure as possible with residential mailboxes.  Our residential mailboxes have multiple letter boxes with one for each flat all in one central location so the postman can deliver and post into each slot.  The mail can then be kept safe for each individual address.

We have various multiple occupancy residential mailboxes and have something to suit everyone’s requirements.  We have free standing units that are prebuilt to save time and money. There are units that can be attached to the wall and units that can go through the wall so the mail can be posted from the outside and collected on the inside.

All our residential mailboxes units come with various numbers of letter boxes so you can buy one to suit your requirements, and each of the residential mailboxes has an individual lock that comes with two keys so that they are locked and opened by the owner of each individual postbox.

When it comes to mail, nobody likes getting bills, but everyone likes getting tasty mail tidbits, special letters from friends, family and lovers, vouchers and competitions. That is just how the mail cookie crumbles. However, everyone needs a mail receptacle in order to ensure that they get their mail every time, bills or not.

That is why shopping for post boxes is such an important task. You need to look at the variety of post boxes available to you and make the right decision about the best one for your needs.

Picking perfection

Now, the types of post boxes you will be looking at and browsing through will depend on your needs. Is your post box going have to stand up to the elements or is it going to be sheltered? Do you want one that is free standing or wall mounted, maybe mounted in your door?

Do you want a high security or anti-arson post box? All of these factors play a part in your final decision when you are out shopping for post boxes. Are you going to need an irregularly large box for packages and irregular parcels?

Do you want something to add to the looks of your home or garden? Here at Mailbox Mania, we offer you a huge variety of post boxes to choose from. Not only that, but we make life easier for you with online shopping.

Come to us for a complete and comprehensive solution when shopping for post boxes that offer you the best value for your hard-earned money.

Did you know that the first letter box was installed in Wakeford in 1809, and in 1849, the authorities were encouraging the use of letter boxes for mail!

In fact, the early letter boxes were considered too small for modern mail, perhaps the bills have got bigger. While in day’s distant past, letter boxes were designed as a practical way to receive mail, today’s letter boxes have gone a step further.

Now, not only can you purchase letter boxes that are made of the finest materials, you can purchase a letter box that compliments your home.

Whether you want to install it in a door if your home is close to the street, or attach it to the garden gate, there are letter boxes that will suite your taste, as well as fit in with your home.

Which one?

Depending on the model you choose, the letter box you choose could be made from the finest steel, stainless steel, or even aluminium, all designed to protect your precious mail as well as combat the elements. It is lockable and can only be accessed by someone with the correct key. The slot is designed so that a hand cannot be inserted to remove the mail.

There is a large range to choose from with varying designs. You may wish to have a place for a newspaper or perhaps only have access from the front. Because the boxes are treated, you can paint them to suit the colour scheme of your home.