Paper Shredders for Home or Business Use

Because of increase in identity theft problems, many people have chosen to shred most of their paper waste, whether it is their kid’s homework or their junk mail just for the added security. With so many office shredders available, how do you choose? First, do your homework and have a general idea of what it is you are looking for before you go to the store to purchase one. Office shredders are available in two different cuts. The cross-cut, which cuts the paper both horizontally as well as vertically and the paper ends up looking a lot like confetti which provides added security. It also compresses the paper better taking up less space in the basket. The other cut is the strip-cut, which slices the paper into long thin strips anywhere from 1/8 to 1/2 inch. The capacity of what the shredder can handle is what you need to pay attention to. If you plan on shredding a large volume of paper, you need to plan for this when purchasing your office shredder otherwise the motor will burn up in no time. For personal home use, a shredder with a rating of 100-150 sheets per day should suffice.Some shredders come with added features like CD shredding capabilities, paper jam alerts, or full basket alarms just to name a few. If any of these features are of interest to you, check them out. Most are available on the office shredder available today. If you find yourself choosing between a model that just fits your current need and one that is a bit more than what you currently need, go with the one that is a bit more. Chances are you will grow into it.