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there really arent better packing options for bulky items, thats why
its used. Maybe you know of one...

No, but it's not necessary to get the item home from the store.

no, its necessary to get it from factory to store.

Packaging is a tough nut to crack. Folk often clamour for less, but in
most cases that would only lead to more waste from damaged goods. Silly
packaging seems to be the exception these days, though certainly it was
more common once.

I think the airbags are a real move forward. Maybe we need to develop
expanded straw packing!

You can get foam packaging that's made from vegetable starch.