The Post Box

Even with the advent and growth of electronic data communications and on line shopping, many organisations use the regular postal service, or snail mail, as a method of keeping in touch with their clients, and updating them on products and services available. There is, then, still a requirement for a postal system and letter boxes. Some firms cut their direct mailing budget, but research has found that some people still prefer the traditional method of communicating by post and to receive reminders about some products through their letter box. Despite the wide usage of e-cards which can be sent at birthdays and Christmas, people still prefer to receive a traditional card. At Christmas millions of cards and parcels are sent, and a letter box is required for receiving them. Goods ordered on line has also meant that many more parcels pass through the postal system and letter boxes are still required to deliver notifications if no one is at home.

Direct mail was traditionally used to keep in direct contact with customers who were interested in the company’s products, reducing advertising costs. Catalogues and fliers were sent to the known customers and delivered directly to their door through the letter box. Nowadays, products are often listed on a web site and can be ordered on line, but there is still the need for a letter box in the event of no one being in to receive the parcels so that the postman can leave a note. Some people still prefer to receive a hard copy of a catalogue or brochure through the post box along with the price list.

Traditional greetings cards are habitually sent, regardless of the electronic versions available on the internet. It seems more personal somehow. Technophobes still prefer to receive communications via snail mail. For the elderly, receiving a card through the letter box which they can hold and read is often far preferable to receiving an email or e-card.

Another reason for receiving mail through traditional sources through the letter box is that there is so much spam and junk emails sent, that many people tend to ignore emails which are sent from unknown sources. The sender may be missing the opportunity of making a sale if the customer deletes the email without reading it. It may be company policy therefore to have a mixture of methods of communicating with clients, some through the postal system and others by email. Some clients may prefer to receive mail by traditional methods.

Important documents which must be in hard copy, such as legal documents and bank correspondence, are still sent by traditional methods through the postal system. Security of your letter box is therefore very important and you should ensure that unauthorised persons are not able to access your mail.

Checking the letter box for incoming mail is part of the daily routine, both at home and at the office. Letter boxes are just an important part of life as they were before the technological revolution. Regardless of the growth of electronic methods of communication, the letter box is here to stay for the foreseeable future.

Despite the growth of using email and other electronic communications for correspondence, letter boxes still have a place in society. Security and convenience are just two advantages of continuing what has become known as the “snail mail” service with a letter box to receive incoming mail.

Businesses and private users want to ensure that documents delivered to their premises is safe and that thieves cannot access the letter box to retrieve the mail. There is a growth in identity theft and determined criminals can access private information from unlocked letter boxes and use the information to commit fraudulent activities. Whether you are a business or an individual, the security of your mail at risk if you do not have a lockable mail box, and even then, thieves can break into them. Users in apartment and office blocks are potentially at the greatest risk as the letter boxes are often located in the lobby of the building where there are times when people are not around. People are starting to take theft of mail from the mail box very seriously, as the threat grows and criminals find new ways to steal what is rightfully yours. It is not feasible or cost effective to have every letter sent by registered or recorded delivery so that it requires a signature and therefore the correspondence is not put into the letter box but handed to the addressee. By selecting a lockable letterbox with only selected people having the key, you have taken the first step to ensuring that your mail is safe and secure. Some letter boxes have two compartments, so that the mail is dropped into the first compartment, which then slips through into the second sealed compartment underneath which can only be opened with a key. If you are looking for a locking letter box, do not only consider the price, but also whether it is truly tamperproof, even with the use of a screwdriver.

Letter boxes are convenient as the postman can deliver the mail at any time of day or night and you do not have to be at home to receive it. In the business situation, multi occupancy letter boxes are convenient for the postman so that he does not have to spend time delivering mail to individual offices, which saves time. Large capacity letter boxes and newspaper boxes may be more suitable for organisations, whether they are home working businesses or larger companies.

Whether you receive correspondence for your company or as an individual, you will need to consider both the convenience of receiving mail through the letter box and the security aspects. Offsetting convenience against security need not be an “either or” situation, but considering the style of letter box you have will be a big factor, as will the individual circumstances of the location of your premises, whether it is an office or apartment block with a multi occupancy style letter box. In the latter circumstances, if you are really worried about theft of your mail, you can collect it from the post office yourself, or ask the postman to ring the bell of your apartment or office when he has deposited the mail in the letter box so that you can retrieve it immediately.

In an ideal world, your home or business would never be subject to criminal attacks. However, unfortunately we do not occupy such a world and there is always a risk that your property will be targeted by those intent on causing damage.

Thankfully, there are a number of security measures you can take these days in order to reduce the risk of such incidents occurring. For example, you can invest in CCTV to act as a deterrent, and to help catch individuals who trespass on your premises.

Also, you can fit high strength locks and security alarms to scare intruders off and to alert the attention of others.

Meanwhile, you can also purchase special mailboxes that are designed to extinguish fires. Here at Mailbox Mania, we offer such products. Our anti-arson postboxes can fit over the inside of your letterbox to form a cover.

The items have unique heat sensitive fire extinguishers built into them, meaning they will eliminate any fire within seconds, preventing it from spreading around your building.

By investing in mailboxes that have this additional feature, you can achieve greater peace of mind. As well as helping to protect your property, you can also reduce the risk of harm coming to your fellow householders or employees.

To find out more about the range of postboxes we supply, simply take a look around the rest of our website. You might be surprised by the variety of options available to you and the low cost at which they can be purchased.

If you are seeking to buy mailboxes, you are no doubt looking for items that are high quality. After all, there is no point in spending your hard-earned cash on offerings that fail to stand the test of time.

Not only would this be a waste of cash, it would also cause you hassle as before long, you would have to replace the postboxes.

The problem is, sometimes you have to make a trade off between price and the standard of the products you buy. If you are operating on a limited budget, you cannot afford to splash out on the most expensive items on the market. And some of the cheaper ones are substandard.

However, if you are careful, you can get the best of both worlds. For example, here at Mailbox Mania, we know the importance of providing our customers with great value mail boxes that are built to last.

We provide such products to both residential and commercial firms and have a history of fulfilling their needs. We only work with recognised manufacturers that consistently produce quality postboxes.

Furthermore, by taking a look around our website, you can benefit from an impressive level of choice. We stock a huge variety of items, meaning you should not struggle to find products that match your requirements.

To find out more about the excellent items we provide, simply take a look around our website or get in touch with our friendly and professional team. You will not be disappointed if you come to us for products of this kind.

Whether country houses or city apartments, all properties need to have an effective way of receiving mail. Residential postboxes are becoming an increasingly popular way for people to receive their mail as they are available in a wide variety of styles and sizes, and have reliable security features. They can also help to give a property character as they have very stylish appeal.

Size
Mailboxes are available in standard sizes and larger sizes. Standard sizes can typically  accommodate mail which a standard letterbox would allow, whereas larger sizes can cater for plenty of over-sized mail such as parcels and multiple newspapers.

Security
Most postboxes are very secure as they can only be accessed from the top or back with a security key. Stainless steel boxes are a very popular choice as they are constructed from a thick, high grade steel which makes them incredibly robust and secure. Steel boxes are also incredibly durable and so are able to easily stand up to inclement weather. For added security, through-the-wall mailboxes can be the perfect option. These boxes are installed within the wall of a residence so that only the front panel of the box is accessible from the outside. This means that items deposited in the box can only be accessed by the occupant from the inside. These type of boxes represent maximum security as the postman only has limited access from the front when delivering post.

To learn more, spend some time with us here at Mailbox Mania.

These days, a great deal of the correspondence your company deals with will probably come through cyberspace. Indeed, emails and messages sent through networking sites are now a major part of business.

However, it is still vital that you have an attractive and functional letter box. Traditional post remains a highly important part of trading and without it, you might struggle to function.

When you are seeking a new mail box, you will no doubt be looking not only for great value but also for an object that looks attractive and is durable. This is where we come in here at Mailbox Mania. We are specialists in the field and know exactly what makes a great product.

That is why we provide a huge selection of offerings. For example, you might need an extra large capacity letter box to cope with the volume of mail you deal with. Also, we stock a parcel safe option, which can come in handy.

Meanwhile, you can be certain of the quality of the products we supply. We use the highest grade steel to ensure that the items you buy last longer. Not only does this save you hassle in the long run, it can also save you cash.

To ensure that your mail box looks the part, we produce offerings in a range of styles and colours, so you will be able to find something that matches your company perfectly.

If you are eager to find out more, simply have a look around our website.

At www.mailboxmania.co.uk, we are just mad about mailboxes and letterboxes. For us, it is much more than a business; it is a way of life. We love the functionality and style of mailboxes, and the amazing ways designers have managed to make a household item which could have been regarded as mundane into a veritable work of art which is functional yet beautiful.

Despite advances in technology and the advent of e-mail,  we know that so called ‘snail mail’ will never be replaced by its electronic cousin. There is something wonderfully and magically tactile about receiving a letter from a loved one abroad, or even a correspondence from a highly regarded business colleague.  At Mailbox Mania, we hope to provide pristine and premium mailboxes and letterboxes to the public for generations to come. We feel privileged to have secured a place in the provision of perfect post-boxes and magnificent mailboxes.

We always ensure that the quality of our products is optimal and offer a selection which includes multi-occupancy boxes, steel gates and railing letterboxes, through the wall boxes, cast aluminium boxes, large capacity newspaper boxes and even anti-arson post-boxes.  Whatever your requirements and desires, we can advise you on the very best post-box for your residential or business property which will enhance the appearance of your property’s facade.  We always welcome enquiries from those who collect mailboxes as well as those who need them for more practical reasons.

The popularity of the post box is directly linked to the development of modern industrial urban societies and the extension of communication infrastructures in both Europe and America. So it is therefore inextricably intertwined with the development of our modern Western civilisations, and we are proud to be associated with such wonderful products.

A little bit of cultural diversity can be a wonderful thing! We stock a splendid range of US mail boxes, designed and created to perfectly echo the illustrious original design of US Postal Service employee Roy J. Joroleman.

Joroleman’s eponymous design first hit the curbs of US streets in 1915. The domed, tunnel shaped body, latched door and moveable signal flag are as cemented in American culture as Ford pick-ups and maple syrup on bacon! The now familiar curved top was designed with weather resilience in mind, preventing snow and water gathering and damaging the mail box itself or post held within.

The original intention of the red (or sometimes orange) signal flag was to alert both the resident of a property to new mail, and also the postman to outgoing mail – a godsend in rural and weather-beaten areas!

We offer a choice of mail box material – standard galvanised steel or fully rust/weatherproof aluminium. Of course our designs feature the legendary red signal flag and optional black pole stand.

Our Steel Range (available in black or white)

Traditionally, US mail boxes are made using galvanised steel. Although indisposed to the ravages of the environment, these mail boxes are built to last in the same way as Volvos, Granddads and tractors are. Simply put, it’ll take a LOT of the tempestuous British weather to mar our steel mail boxes!

Our Aluminium Range (available in black, white or silver)

As a completely weatherproof option, our aluminium mail boxes are a great option for those less concerned with authenticity.

The importance of guaranteed privacy in our growing population should never be underestimated. With a population exceeding 60,000,000 living, working and playing in an area 1/13 the size of Alaska, safeguarding personal space and security is an important step.

Whether at home or throughout the business world, postal services keep us connected and informed, providing a vital daily lifeline that most of us simply couldn’t live without. The security of this lifeline is certainly a valuable asset.

Occupancy
Multiple-occupancy mail boxes can present a problem when installed incorrectly. As unpleasant as it may sound, multiple-occupancy mail boxes often fall victim to vandalism, making their qualities of strength and durability more crucial than ever.

The absolute aim of our designers and instillation experts is the safety of occupant mail (be that from external threats or each other). We’re so confident in our multiple-occupancy mail boxes that we provide unique customer service post-instillation.

Commercial Business
Although potentially exposed to many of the same threats as multiple-occupancy post boxes, commercial business post boxes need be no less strong, professionally designed and installed, or durable. In busy atmospheres commercial post boxes make a fantastic way to guard the individual privacy of a person/business with incredible ease (resulting in far less lost post we’re sure!)

Whatever your mail issues, give one of our team a call to see what our designers and mailbox engineers could do for you in terms of providing workable, cost effective solutions that satisfy your mail needs 100%.

Buying any product is now both easier and harder than ever before. There is a huge range of every imaginable invention and not only a plethora of places to purchase on the high street but also online. The downside for the more indecisive of us is that suddenly we are faced with such choice that making the right one can often seem a huge task.

Every home needs a mail box, and even the most indecisive of us may well find ourselves having to choose from the vast array of mailboxes on offer. However, at least here there are certain criteria you can check to see if you are getting the right mail box for you.

Location – where you want it standing will have a big impact on what style you buy. Choose your location first, knowing whether you want it on a wall, in a porch or at the end of a driveway.

Material – mailboxes standing at the side of the road will likely need to be much more hard-wearing than one inside the porch. Consider weather conditions as a plastic mail box will likely be blown down if you experience high winds, while certain metals may rust. You may also want to consider cast iron for a more rustic look, while stainless steel would add a very modern feel.

Size – if you receive large quantities of post, size will be important to ensure the post doesn’t overflow and disappear.

If you still need guidance as to what you might need, we at Mailbox Mania are sure to be able to help.