Understanding Custom Packaging Terminology
Let your imagination run wild!!. Custom packaging can bring your brand's image to life...fun, elegant, sassy or sophisticated. Custom packaging helps the world see your product like you want it seen!
Box Shape
Custom boxes can be made is virtually any shape: Round, Square, Oval, even free form.
Box Material
Box frames can be metal plastic wood or paper. Paper is the most common option but many other material can be used to meet your brand's image.
Box Sizes
Boxes are made to your exact specifications. You pick the dimensions. We have made custom boxes from under an inch in size to well over 3 feet long.
Box Covering
Box frames can be covered in a wide range of materials. Paper, plastics, fabrics even leather are an option. Special effects, such as metallic and sparkles
Tipping
When the outer edges of the box are a different color than the body of the box, this is called Tipping. Tipping can offer a contrasting or coordination visual
Reveals
Showing a "box under a box" is called a reveal. The reveal can be on the edge of the box or be achieved even via a cutout in the outer box.
Ribbons and Bows
An elegant option is adding permanently attached ribbon or bows to a box. These additions can be either functional or be purely decorative.
Hinges
Boxes can incorporate hinged lids. "Self Hinges" use the covering material to create the hinge. Metal hinges can be used if you want your boxes to "snap" shut
Box Closures
Boxes can close in a wide number of ways. Common closure mechanisms include flaps, snaps, clasps or magnetic closures.
Windows
Boxes can incorporate openings to make your product visible. These windows can be simple cutouts or have acetate or other protective covering.
3D Elements
3D elements, such as emblems and badges, can be added to a box to make a box look elegant. These emblems can be wood, metal or plastic.
Branding
Boxes offer a wide variety of brand building options. Custom imprints and numerous logos, interior logos or 4 color graphics are all possible options
Interiors
The options for box interiors are virtually unlimited. Whether product presentation or product protection, our engineers will help you find the perfect solution.