Key takeaways
- Flat (rectangular) box: about 9 x 4.5 x 3.5 in.
- Cube box: about 4.5 x 4.5 x 5 in.
- Facial tissue sheets: roughly 8 x 8 in.
- Boxes are paperboard with a film or paper dispensing opening.
- Size varies with count and ply.
Standard tissue box sizes
Most facial tissue boxes fall into two formats:
| Box type | Approx. size (in) | Approx. size (cm) | Typical count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat / rectangular | 9 x 4.5 x 3.5 | 23 x 11.5 x 9 | 80 to 160 sheets |
| Cube / upright | 4.5 x 4.5 x 5 | 11.5 x 11.5 x 13 | 50 to 90 sheets |
| Travel / pocket pack | about 4 x 2 x 1 | about 10 x 5 x 2.5 | 8 to 15 sheets |
Tissue sheet size
A standard facial tissue sheet is roughly 8 x 8 inches (about 20 x 20 cm), though some brands use rectangular sheets around 8 x 9 inches. Sheets are folded and interleaved so that pulling one out lifts the next.
How to measure a tissue box
Measure length (the long side of the top), width (the short side of the top) and height. For a tissue box cover or holder, measure the outside and add a few millimetres of clearance.
Tissue box materials
Tissue boxes are made from printed paperboard. The dispensing opening is usually covered with a slit plastic film that holds the next tissue upright, though more brands now use paper-based openings to cut plastic. Recycled board is common.
Why design matters
Tissue boxes stay on display in living rooms, bathrooms, offices and hotel rooms for weeks, so they work as decor. Seasonal prints, calm patterns and premium finishes help them sell.
Custom tissue boxes
We make tissue boxes in flat and cube formats with custom dispensing openings and full-colour print, for brands, hotels and promotions.
Tissue box sizes by count
As counts rise, boxes grow taller or longer. A 65-count cube is typically about 4.5 inches square and 5 inches tall, while 85 to 100-count cubes can reach 5.5 inches tall. Flat boxes with 120 to 160 tissues are commonly 9 to 9.5 inches long and 4.5 inches wide, with height increasing from about 3 to 4 inches as the count goes up. Lotion and premium three-ply tissues are thicker, so the same count needs a larger box.
Tissue box covers and holders
If you are buying or making a tissue box cover, measure the outside of the box you use and add about 1/4 inch on each side. Cube and flat covers are not interchangeable, so check which format your favourite brand uses.
Designing a tissue box
Tissue boxes sit on display for weeks, so a calm, attractive design matters as much as branding. Think about how the box looks from all sides, keep the dispensing opening clean, and consider seasonal or limited-edition prints to encourage repeat purchases. Hotels and offices often order branded tissue boxes as part of their interior design.
Sustainable tissue boxes
Brands are increasingly using recycled board and replacing the plastic film opening with a paper-based slot. Printing recycling instructions on the base helps customers dispose of the box correctly.
Tissue box branding for hotels
Hotels and offices order branded tissue boxes to match interiors, adding a small, consistent brand touch in every room.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of a standard tissue box?
About 9 x 4.5 x 3.5 inches for flat boxes and 4.5 x 4.5 x 5 inches for cubes.
What size is a tissue sheet?
About 8 x 8 inches.
Are tissue boxes recyclable?
The paperboard is; remove the plastic film opening first.
How big is a 100-count tissue box?
Often around 9 x 4.5 x 3.5 inches for a flat box.
Can tissue boxes be made without plastic?
Yes, with paper-based dispensing openings.