custom corrugated shipping boxes

custom corrugated shipping boxes are transit boxes made to the exact size, board grade and print design your products need. A made to measure box reduces movement and damage, cuts void fill and keeps parcels inside efficient postage sizes. Custom Postal Boxes manufactures them in house in Wolverhampton for UK businesses.

What custom corrugated shipping boxes do in transit

In transit, custom corrugated shipping boxes face stacking pressure, vibration, drops and damp handling, and the corrugated fluting inside the board is what absorbs that punishment. The wavy fluted layer acts as a cushion and gives the walls their stacking strength, while the flat liners carry print and resist scuffing. Because the box is cut to your product, the contents cannot build momentum inside the pack, which is the hidden cause of many corner dents and cracked items that look well packed on the bench.

Choosing wall grade and flute

Single wall board suits lighter goods and short journeys, while double wall board suits heavier loads, export journeys and stacking in storage. Finer flutes give a smoother print surface for detailed artwork, and coarser flutes give more cushioning for weight.

Balancing protection against parcel weight

Every extra layer of board adds weight as well as strength, and postage is charged on the finished parcel. The practical approach is to match the grade to the product weight and journey, then test a packed sample by dropping and stacking it as a courier would. Share product weights when you enquire and the grade can be specified with the journey in mind rather than by guesswork.

Print that works hard on a shipping box

Outside print turns a transit box into a brand asset that is seen by couriers, neighbours and the customer at the door. Inside print adds a message, care guidance or a return prompt at the moment of opening. Keep handling marks, such as fragile or this way up, clear of the branding so both stay readable. Our corrugated shipping boxes and custom shipping boxes show the core formats, while the heavy duty shipping boxes cover loads at the demanding end of the range.

Dividers and fitted inserts can be cut from the same corrugated board to separate bottles, jars and components inside one outer box. Keeping items apart stops them striking each other in transit, which matters more than outer strength for many breakage claims. Inserts also speed packing, because the layout of the box is decided once at design stage rather than rebuilt by hand on every order. For mixed product sets, a simple divider grid often gives the best balance of protection, packing speed and material use, and it folds flat with the box for compact storage.

Packing well and ordering well

Even the best box needs sound packing. Centre the product, fill remaining voids so nothing can shift, and seal every seam with strong tape. Check the finished parcel size against the Royal Mail small parcel limits if you post individual orders, because a close fitting box often keeps you in a lower cost band. To order, send your product size weight and quantity for a quote. Pricing depends on size, material and quantity, design support is free, minimum quantities are low and UK delivery is free.

FAQs about grades print and ordering

Can shipping boxes be printed inside as well as outside?

Yes. Interior print is often used for a thank you message, care instructions or returns guidance, while the exterior carries branding and handling marks. Both sides are set in the same artwork file.

Which board grade do I need for heavy products?

Heavier products and longer journeys usually call for double wall board, which resists crushing and stacking better than single wall. Share the product weight and destination and the grade can be matched to the load.

Will a custom size really reduce damage?

A close fitting box limits movement, and movement is what lets products strike the walls of the pack with force. Combined with sensible void fill, a made to measure size is one of the most effective damage controls available.

What information do I need for a quote?

Product dimensions, product weight, the quantity you need and any print or finish requirements are enough to start. Pricing then depends on size, material and quantity.