Pallet Shrink Wrap Bags & Covers

To hand-wrap a pallet, secure the film to the base of the load, wrap the bottom 2–3 layers tightly to anchor the load to the pallet, then spiral upward overlapping each layer by 50%. Use a hand-held or extended-handle dispenser for ergonomic wrapping. Finish with 2–3 top layers and tear or cut the film, pressing the tail to seal.

Pallet wrap (stretch film) is a cold-applied LLDPE film that clings and stretches around a load without heat. Shrink wrap (PVC or polyolefin film) is applied loosely then heat-shrunk using a heat gun or tunnel to conform tightly to the product. Stretch wrap is the standard for full pallet unitization; shrink wrap is more common for individual product packaging or display bundling.

Take 2 Direct stocks pallet covers and bin liners in HDPE plastic, PVC and polyolefin shrink film for machine applications, and LLDPE hand stretch film available in cast or blown varieties. Options include clear, tinted, and colored films, as well as vented film for produce and narrow bundling film for irregular loads.

Cast stretch film offers quieter unwind, more consistent gauge, and easier hand-stretch performance, making it ideal for most standard warehouse wrapping tasks. Blown stretch film provides higher puncture and tear resistance, making it the preferred choice for heavy, sharp-cornered, or demanding loads where film integrity is critical.

Hand stretch film is available in standard widths of 12 in, 15 in, 18 in, and 20 in. Roll lengths include 500 ft, 700 ft, 1,000 ft (most common), 1,200 ft, and 1,500 ft. The 18 in and 20 in widths at 1,000 ft are the most widely used for standard pallet wrapping in warehouse and distribution environments.

Yes. Take 2 Direct offers same-day shipping on over 20,000 in-stock items, including pallet covers, shrink film, and hand stretch film. Orders placed today can be delivered tomorrow across 10 major metro markets including Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, NYC, and Denver. Annual list pricing is also available for high-volume buyers.