The Post Box

The fact is every home or business with an official address needs to have some sort of letter box or post box, either as part of the front door or to the side of the doorway, so they can receive their postal items. Post boxes are required so that businesses can receive their mail, something that most businesses rely upon. In short letter boxes and post boxes are essential items.

The most ideal of post boxes and letter boxes are those that are durable, strong and resilient and ultimately will provide years of reliability, no matter what the UK weather decides to throw at them.

Stainless steel post boxes and quality metal letter boxes are the best type of materials that can be chosen in order to guarantee long term resilience and reliability through the most adverse weather conditions, as well as the highest volumes of delivered mail items.

At Mailbox Mania we only offer the utmost in quality from our letter boxes and post boxes and all our products, no matter whether stainless steel post boxes or high quality metal letter boxes, are manufactured to last for many years. Many of the post boxes and letter boxes we provide are also coated and galvanised, further adding to their resilience.

The prices of all our products are constantly monitored against any competition to ensure that our post boxes and letter boxes are offered for the most competitive prices possible.

Stainless steel post boxes are typical of outdoor items that can weather even the most extreme temperatures, rainfall or sunlight. It is common for direct sunlight to have a negative impact on letter boxes made from weaker materials, which will see them contract, weaken and even crack in strong heat - particularly if they have been made from cheaper plastics.

Post boxes made from weaker materials will also be affected by consistent rain and ice, and some materials can actually soak and expand in damp weather conditions. Materials that constantly contract and expand are going to become damaged and useless much faster than higher quality items, such as stainless steel post boxes.

Plastic is susceptible to damage from weather elements and general wear and tear. Cracked and broken letter boxes were a more typical sight in the last few decades. Of course most post boxes or letter boxes these days will see regular activity and are used on a daily basis; therefore the regular usage of these integral items makes them more prone to wear and tear generally.

In order to guarantee the durability of letter boxes and post boxes it is necessary to look for items have been manufactured using stainless steel, or other high quality grade metal.

Over the past three years, Mailbox Mania has grown to become one of the largest UK retailers in the provision of high quality metal and stainless steel post boxes to both individual residences and business customers.

Stainless steel post boxes are unequalled for their durability and pleasing aesthetics and, when they provide guaranteed security via a locking system, it brings about total peace of mind. Not only this, but stainless steel post boxes will always look bright and clean, much as they did when they were first purchased, will never rust or become worn or dirty such as weaker materials are prone to do.

Purchasing stainless steel post boxes and high quality metal letter boxes actually means it is one of the best investments a person can make for their property or business, and the likelihood is that they may never need to purchase new letter boxes or post boxes again unless they move properties. Of course, you can always take your post box with you!

Should the letter boxes or post boxes being sought be required for a commercial building, those purchasing for business use have been opting for the reliability afforded by the highest quality stainless steel post boxes.

The typical material used for letter boxes and post boxes, which were more prevalent in yesteryear, was plastic and throughout the decades, and indeed up until recently, plastic was the favourable material to use.

We at Mailbox Mania aim to do everything possible to provide the perfect answer to any independent person or business that requires secure and quality stainless steel letter boxes that come with a quality and durability guarantee, as well as being available for the most competitive prices on the market today.

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.

In the UK it is traditional for every front door to have letter boxes integrated into them so the post and newspapers are put through, and all you have to do is pick them up off the floor in your hallway.  In most other European countries the post is put into post boxes attached to the wall of houses that are directly on the street, or to the boundary wall or fence near to the gate.  In fact in France, for instance, there are strict rules about how high the post boxes must be set; this is so the postman doesn’t have to get out of his van to pop the post into the mailbox.

However, if you live in the UK and  you have a house with a long drive and electric gates, one thing you really do not want to have to do is get up to open the gates for the postman every morning.   The obvious solution is to have a durable, strong mailbox fitted outside the gates to your drive.  This way the postman doesn’t have to disturb you and you can collect your mail when it suits you.  Indeed external post boxes are becoming increasingly popular with many people in the UK as they have other benefits.

With an external post box for your letters and newspapers your front door is far more effective at keeping in heat, as letter boxes are invariably draughty.  Plus no one can put anything like fireworks, for example, into your house. Of course the majority of us are unlikely to be the victim of an arson attack, but kids can, and will, do silly things.  One of the other benefits that our clients report to us here at Mailbox Mania is that they actually get less hand delivered junk post, and that alone could be worth installing one of our mailboxes.

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.

Puppies are adorable but they really do need training, and some breeds are easier to train than others.  However there are some dogs that can never be trained out of certain strange habits, and for many it is shredding paper.  While this may not be too bad if you have read the morning newspaper before they get hold of it, it is really annoying when they start to recognise when it is coming through the letter box - and learn to get there first.  When they also savage absolutely anything that comes through letter boxes then you need to do something that means you actually get your post in one piece.

External post boxes that you fix onto a wall near your front door or even on your gate are a good looking and practical solution.  Here at Mailbox Mania we have all kinds of letter boxes made from robust materials like steel to stand up to years of service.  Of course you will want one that fits in with the look of your home and your personal taste but with lots to choose from we are sure that you will find something that fits the bill.

Naturally, the puppy who has developed a big dog taste for the post may go on to find other paper products, but at least you will have saved the post. Vital documents in the post - and even potential birthday gifts can be salvaged with a strong and durable post box.

Post boxes are a great way to make sure that your post is kept safe and secure. With identity theft on the increase you need to make sure that you are not a victim; the best way to do this is to make sure that your post is kept secure in post boxes until the key holder to the post boxes access it.

There is such a wide range of post boxes on the market today that there is a unit that is designed to make sure that all properties have the ideal solution for their post. You could have a property where access is restricted, or you may have a shared address - they all need post boxes in a different style. Here at Mailbox Mania there is a range of post boxes that come in a range of prices, so that there are units to suit most budgets.

All of the post boxes that are on the market come with secure locks, so that your post is kept safe so that you do not have you post taken by unauthorised people. If they gain access to your post they can then use your identity to open bank accounts or run up debts in your name. This is something that you really need to try to avoid and make sure that this does not happen to you, as it can be costly. Having secure post boxes is a worthy investment making sure you avoid this problem.

When you are picking out your post boxes you need to make sure that you have post boxes that are strong and reliable. This is where stainless steel post boxes come in useful as they are weatherproof. They do not corrode as the stainless steel post boxes are treated to withstand wet, rainy conditions.

The stainless steel post boxes come in either a brushed steel effect or shiny stainless steel. It really depends on your preference as both are great, strong, reliable and work well to keep your post safe, secure and dry until you are ready to collect it.

There are also post boxes that have a range of patterns and designs on if you want to have a more decorative post box for your home. All stainless steel post boxes have locks on so that your post is kept safe until it is collected from your post boxes by the key holder.

They are also efficient at withstanding the heat of the sun, so if you opt for the stainless steel post boxes you will have strong and reliable post boxes that will last for years and years.

Here at Mailbox Mania we have a wide range of stainless steel post boxes for you to choose from and they come in a range of sizes and shapes so that you can pick a post box that is well suited for your home postal needs and keep your mail safe until it’s collected.

When you have your mail delivered, you more than likely have it delivered through your letterbox. Unfortunately, not everyone has letter boxes that are accessible, so you need to make sure that all of your mail is kept safe and secure as you do not want to lose any of those important letters or packages.

Stainless steel post boxes would work well, as they are strong and reliable and they can be attached to either a wall, a gate or a fence that you have outside the property. These work well, especially if you have restricted access to your letter boxes, as they have a lock on so that only those with a key can get to the post in the post boxes.

If you have a shared address and you have unprotected letter boxes, which all of  the post comes through, investing in a number of stainless steel post boxes and attaching them together, so that each individual address has its own letterbox is ideal.  The stainless steel post boxes come in handy as stainless steel is such a strong, reliable metal for the post boxes that they will last for years. The stainless steel post boxes will withstand all weather conditions, be it extreme heat, cold or damp conditions.

Here at Mailbox Mania there are a wide range of post boxes to suit your needs, and there are also a variety of stainless steel post boxes that come in a range of sizes to accommodate your post.