bespoke drawer boxes

bespoke drawer boxes pair a sturdy inner tray with a printed outer sleeve so the product is revealed by sliding one part against the other. Custom Postal Boxes, a project of Vertex Packaging based in Wolverhampton, makes bespoke drawer boxes to the size of your product with custom print, low minimum order quantities, free design support and free UK delivery.

Why brands choose bespoke drawer boxes

A drawer format slows the opening down in a good way. The customer holds the sleeve, draws the tray out and meets the product in a framed space rather than under a loose lid. That small moment of theatre suits jewellery, cosmetics, candles, confectionery and curated gift sets, where the packaging is kept, reused and shown to others long after the order arrives.

Because the size is made around the product, the tray can hold items snugly with little wasted space. A close fit reduces movement in transit, helps sets stay in their intended order and gives shallow or delicate items a defined place. Many buyers compare this format with our custom two piece boxes when they want a slower, more deliberate reveal than a lid lifting straight off.

How the sliding tray and sleeve work

The sleeve is the outer shell and carries most of the visible branding when the box is closed. The tray sits inside it and carries the product. The two parts can share one design that lines up across the join, or they can contrast, so a plain sleeve opens to reveal a brightly printed tray. A thumb cut or a ribbon pull can be added where the tray needs help starting its slide.

Details that make the drawer easy to open

Clearance matters more than decoration at this stage. A tray that fits too tightly will stick, while one that fits too loosely will slide out in the post. Accurate product measurements, including any tissue, pouch or insert the item travels in, allow the tray to move smoothly while still holding its place when the box is carried or stacked.

Materials and print choices for drawer packaging

Rigid board gives a drawer box its firm walls and crisp edges, and it is usually wrapped in printed paper that carries the artwork. Folding board versions are lighter and can suit smaller items or mailing formats. Kraft coverings give a natural look, while smooth printed wraps allow photographs, patterns and fine text. Print can run across the sleeve, onto the tray walls and inside the tray base, so a message or care note can wait underneath the product.

Choosing board and covering paper

Heavier products and larger trays need the support of rigid board so the sleeve does not bow when it is picked up. Smaller items such as jewellery or soap can use lighter constructions. If the box will travel through the post rather than being handed over in a shop, plan an outer mailing layer as well, and look at our custom rigid boxes and custom sleeve boxes for related presentation formats.

Ordering sizes that fit your range

Start with the largest item or set the tray must hold, then decide whether one tray size can serve the whole range or whether key products deserve their own fit. Share the product dimensions, the quantity you need and any artwork you already have when you request a quote on our contact page. Pricing depends on size, material and quantity, and the design support is free, so artwork can be checked against the tray and sleeve panels before production.

Drawer boxes are also packaging that customers tend to keep, which is worth remembering when you choose materials. Businesses reviewing their wider packaging duties can read the GOV.UK guidance on packaging producer responsibilities to understand how packaging choices sit within UK rules on waste and recycling.

FAQs about bespoke drawer boxes

What products suit a drawer style box?

Jewellery, cosmetics, candles, confectionery, stationery and small gift sets suit this format well. Products that are shallow, grouped in sets or presented as a gift benefit most because the tray frames them neatly and the sliding opening reveals them in a controlled way.

Can the tray and sleeve carry different artwork?

Yes. The sleeve and tray are separate parts, so each can carry its own print. Many brands keep the sleeve calm and brand led while printing a stronger colour, pattern or message inside the tray, which creates contrast at the moment the drawer opens.

What should I measure before requesting a quote?

Measure the length, width and height of your product exactly as it will sit in the tray, including any pouch, tissue or wrap it travels in. Share those measurements plus the quantity you need, and say whether an insert is required to hold items apart.

Can inserts be added inside the tray?

Yes. Card inserts can be shaped to hold bottles, jars or individual items in place, and layered inserts can separate a set into compartments. Tell us what each item weighs and how fragile it is so the insert can be planned with the tray size.

Are drawer boxes suitable for posting on their own?

A rigid drawer box presents the product well but it is not a mailing carton. If the box is being posted, place it inside a protective outer box or mailer so the sleeve stays clean and the corners arrive in good condition.