custom made drawer boxes

custom made drawer boxes are sliding tray and sleeve boxes built to the exact size of your product, with print and finish chosen by you. Custom Postal Boxes makes them in house in Wolverhampton for UK brands that want a slow, deliberate opening moment for jewellery, cosmetics, candles and gift sets.

How custom made drawer boxes are built

A drawer box has two parts. The inner tray holds the product and slides inside an outer sleeve that wraps around it on all sides. Because the tray and sleeve are separate pieces, each one can carry different artwork, so the outside can stay calm while the tray reveals a colour, pattern or message as it opens.

Board choices for tray and sleeve

Rigid board gives the tray firm walls that keep their shape in the hand and protect delicate items such as glass jars and fragrance bottles. Strong card is a lighter option for smaller and lighter products such as soap, stationery and accessories. Your choice depends on product weight, how the box will be handled and whether it will travel through the post or be handed over in store.

Adding a ribbon pull and thumb cut

A ribbon pull fixed to the tray front helps the customer draw the tray out smoothly without gripping the sleeve. A small thumb cut in the sleeve edge serves the same purpose where a cleaner look is wanted. Both details are planned at the design stage so the opening feels easy rather than tight or loose.

Products that suit a drawer format

Jewellery and watches sit well in a shallow tray with a shaped insert that stops movement. Candle makers use deeper trays that hold a jar upright and keep the lid away from the sleeve. Cosmetics brands place bottles and jars in divided trays so a set reads as one considered gift. Chocolates, tea and small food gifts also work well because the tray presents each item in its own space.

If your product is sold mainly by post, plan an outer mailing layer as well. A rigid drawer box presents the product, but it is not a mailing carton, so place it inside one of our custom drawer boxes options discussed with our team, or pair it with a protective outer from the wider range. You can also compare custom two piece boxes where a lift off lid suits your product better than a sliding tray.

Print and finish choices

Print can cover the sleeve in full colour with your logo, artwork and product information, and the tray can be printed inside and out. Matt and gloss finishes change how the box feels and photographs, while foil and raised print add emphasis to a logo or name. Many brands keep the sleeve design simple and use the inside of the tray for instructions, a thank you message or a note about how the product was made.

Free design support is included, so you can share rough artwork or a simple brief and have it prepared for print. Because every order is quoted individually, pricing depends on size, material and quantity. Send your product measurements through our contact page for a quote and say whether you need inserts, a ribbon pull or a particular finish.

Sizing and packing advice

Measure your product as it will sit in the tray, including any pouch, tissue or wrap around it. Allow a small amount of room so the product lifts out easily but does not slide. If several items share one tray, measure them laid out together and tell us the weight of each piece so an insert can be planned to hold them apart. For posted orders, check the packed outer parcel against the Royal Mail small parcel size guidance before you commit to a size, since the small parcel limit is 45cm by 35cm by 16cm and 2kg.

Storage matters too. Drawer boxes are usually supplied made up, so they take more shelf room than flat packed mailers. Order in line with your storage space, and keep finished boxes away from damp and direct heat so the board stays crisp. Explore the rigid boxes collection and magnetic gift boxes if you want to compare other premium formats.

FAQs about custom made drawer boxes

What are custom made drawer boxes used for?

They are used for jewellery, cosmetics, candles, watches, chocolates and gift sets where presentation matters. The sliding tray reveals the product in a controlled way, which suits premium retail products and considered gifts.

Can the tray and sleeve carry different designs?

Yes. The tray and sleeve are separate parts, so each can carry its own print. Many brands keep the sleeve simple and print a stronger colour or message inside the tray so the contrast appears as the drawer opens.

Can inserts be added inside the tray?

Yes. Card inserts can be shaped to hold bottles, jars or individual items in place, and divided inserts can separate a set into compartments. Share the size and weight of each item so the insert can be planned with the tray.

Are drawer boxes suitable for posting on their own?

A 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.

How do I get a quote for drawer boxes?

Send the length, width and height of your product, the quantity you need and any insert or finish requirements through the contact page. Pricing depends on size, material and quantity, and design support and UK delivery are free.