We understand that not everyone has a scale at home, but you may have problems when you ship your packages and they are overweight
So is there a way to weigh things without a scale?
How do you weigh something without a scale?
Did you already think it’s impossible to weigh your package without a scale?
Step 1: Find a clothes hanger that can support some weight
Step 2: Add two bags (of your choice) on each side
Make sure the bags can support the weight of the items
Take something you already know the weight of, such as a couple of kilos of your stocked flour, a couple of liters of milk/water, or something else of your choice
Step 4: Place the items you want to measure on the other side of the hanger in the other bag
Step 5: Place the hanger somewhere with secure support and balance the bags
Did you know that courier companies calculate the shipping price in different ways?
Price calculated from volumetric weight
Who would have thought that weighing a package or any other item without a scale could be so easy, right?
I want to book a delivery
What other alternative is there to measuring something without a scale?
Use apps and general information – Installing an app, such as Working Scale Free or 3 gram digital scales and weight measurement, will help you get an approximate weight
These apps work best for smaller items and make sure the extra stuff you put in your pack doesn’t weigh it down too much
Here are some of the most common items people send and their weight: a medium-sized teddy bear – 400 grams, a book – 450 grams, shoes – 700 grams, jeans – 500 grams
Now is the time to contact your neighbors and ask if they can borrow a scale to measure your items
Check online for the standard weight of the items you plan to ship, and you can get an estimate
However, keep in mind that couriers may not settle for an estimate, and if you are overweight, the courier driver will not pick up the package or charge you for the extra weight
At Eurosender, you can choose between five different weight ranges when sending packages
If you want to send a package that weighs more than 40 kilograms, you can always make a custom order by contacting us
Plus, you can now avoid extra costs and delays by choosing a flexible booking option when ordering
In fact, we’ve given you some tips on how to weigh something without a scale, but they won’t be 100% accurate
Therefore, the courier company can easily refuse the collection, or if the driver picks it up, he will return the package to your address the next day
To avoid unnecessary delays, you should not send the package to the courier if it has already appeared at your address
If you are sure that the weight of your package is heavier than what you paid for, the first thing you should do is to contact your courier company or logistics booking platform and report the problem
The company will cancel the order and inform the courier that he should not come to your address
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Whether you’re a college student with limited space, a minimalist who doesn’t need all the kitchen gadgets, or a newbie to shelf cooking, learn how to weigh food without a scale
So you have a recipe that calls for a pound of beans, but no food scale is visible
In fact, we don’t think you need a food scale
These hacks, tips and tricks will show you how to weigh food without a scale
USE MEASUREMENTS AND SPOONS TO WEIGH YOUR FOOD
If you don’t have a scale in your kitchen, we bet you have a measuring tape and some spoons
So here are the recipe instructions on how to convert them and use what you got:
While the ratio isn’t always perfect with cooked foods like meats, you don’t have to look for perfection!
For example, if your recipe calls for one pound of ground chicken, try using two cups
If your recipe calls for four ounces, use eight tablespoons
So if you have a recipe that calls for two ounces of a certain liquid, you can use twelve tablespoons instead
Looking for another trick if you need to weigh food without a scale?
Okay, let’s pretend you don’t have a measuring cup or spoon handy
USE YOUR HANDS TO WEIGH FOOD WITHOUT A SCALE
You do nothing but your hand to guess the weight of the food!
So the next time your Airbnb doesn’t have a food scale, here are some rules:
Measuring Meat and Fish – Your palm can fit about three ounces of protein, including chicken, fish, and beef
Heads up: three ounces of meat is a normal size for an adult! How to Measure Fresh Produce – Eight ounces of vegetables or fruit is usually about the size of your balled fist
Measuring Cheese – I’m sorry to break the news, but a size of cheese is roughly the size of your thumb
And remember, when you’re cooking on the shelf, you can use the recipe as a guide
USE YOUR PLATE TO WEIGH YOUR FOOD WITHOUT A SCALE
Place the food on a normal sized plate to calculate its weight
For this example, we’re using a 105-inch board to guide our measurements
1/4 of a plate – If your food takes up 1/4 of your plate, it’s safe to guess that’s about 1 to 1 1/2 cups or 8-12 ounces
Then you have 3 cups, which is 15 kilos
If you don’t want to guess, you can also buy portion-controlled dishes on Amazon
DO YOU USE A BULLET OR A MEASURE WITH YOUR HEART?
If none of these options float your boat, you can buy a food bullet on Amazon for about $10
How do you weigh food?
Do you prefer to use a scale or measure with your heart?
Climb up!