Custom Rigid Boxes

Custom rigid boxes are the gold standard of premium packaging. Made from thick chipboard wrapped in printed or textured paper, they do not fold flat, feel solid in the hand and are often kept long after the product is used.

We make custom printed rigid boxes for jewellery, watches, electronics, cosmetics, spirits, corporate gifts and influencer kits. Choose a magnetic flap, a drawer, a lift-off lid or a book-style box, then add foil, embossing and a fitted insert to finish it.

Rigid packaging raises the perceived value of whatever is inside, which is why luxury and gift brands use it to launch new products and reward loyal customers.

Why choose custom rigid boxes?

Instant premium feel

The weight and sturdiness of a rigid box signal quality before the lid is even lifted.

Superior protection

Thick chipboard walls resist crushing, and fitted inserts keep fragile products perfectly still.

Reusable keepsake

Customers reuse rigid boxes for storage, so your logo stays in their home for years.

Inserts that complete the experience

A rigid box is only as good as what holds the product inside. We make inserts from EVA and polyethylene foam, wrapped board, velvet and moulded pulp, cut to the exact shape of your items.

Multi-level inserts, ribbon pulls and hidden compartments add drama to kits and gift sets.

Styles of custom rigid boxes we make

Every style below can be made to your exact size and printed with your artwork. Not sure which suits your product? Tell us what you are packing and we will recommend the best option.

• Magnetic closure boxes: a hinged lid that snaps shut with hidden magnets.
• Lift-off lid boxes: classic two-piece boxes for apparel and gifts.
• Drawer boxes: a sliding tray inside a sleeve, with a ribbon pull.
• Book-style boxes: opens like a book, ideal for sets and launches.
• Shoulder neck boxes: a raised neck between lid and base for luxury fragrance.
• Collapsible rigid boxes: premium look that ships flat to save freight.

Materials for custom rigid boxes

Rigid boxes use 1.5 mm to 3 mm chipboard wrapped in paper. The wrap can be printed in full colour or chosen from specialty papers.

• Grey or black chipboard core
• Printed art paper wrap
• Textured, linen and leatherette papers
• Metallic and soft-touch wraps

Printing, finishes and add-ons

Printing is where your custom rigid boxes start working for your brand. We print in full colour CMYK or exact Pantone shades, on the outside, the inside or both, and add finishes that customers notice the moment they pick the box up.

• Gold, silver and coloured foil
• Embossing and debossing
• Spot UV and soft-touch
• Satin and velvet linings
• Ribbons, magnets and pull tabs
• Foam, board and pulp inserts

Custom rigid boxes specifications

Custom rigid boxes wholesale pricing

The price of custom rigid boxes depends on a few simple factors, and knowing them helps you get the best value from your budget:

• Size and style: larger boxes and complex structures use more board and set-up.
• Material: paperboard costs less than corrugated, and corrugated less than rigid board.
• Printed sides: outside-only printing is the most economical; inside printing adds impact for a little more.
• Finishes: foil, embossing and soft-touch add a premium feel and a small cost per box.
• Quantity: the unit price drops as the order grows, so wholesale runs give the best value.

Tip: keep one structure across several products and change only the artwork, and you can order custom rigid boxes in larger combined runs at a lower unit price. Request a free quote and we will suggest ways to reduce cost without losing quality.

Sustainable custom rigid boxes

More customers now check whether packaging can be recycled before they buy. We can make your custom rigid boxes from recyclable and recycled-content board, print with water-based or soy-based inks, swap plastic windows for open or plant-based film, and right-size every box so it uses less material and less void fill. Add a small recycling symbol and message to show customers you care.

Artwork tips for custom rigid boxes

• Design on the dieline we send, with 3 mm (1/8 inch) bleed past every cut edge.
• Keep text and logos at least 3 mm inside folds and cut lines.
• Use 300 DPI images and CMYK colours, or Pantone references for exact brand colours.
• Send logos as vector files and convert fonts to outlines.
• Put the product name and main benefit on the front panel, and barcodes and legal text on the back or base.

Who uses custom rigid boxes?

Custom rigid boxes are used by businesses of every size, from start-ups testing a first product to established brands ordering in bulk:

• Jewellery and watches
• Electronics and gadgets
• Luxury cosmetics and perfume
• Wine and spirits
• Corporate and VIP gifts
• PR and influencer kits

How to order custom rigid boxes

1. Request a quote: send us your box size, quantity, material and finish, or simply describe your product.
2. Free design and 3D mockup: we prepare the dieline, help with artwork and show you a 3D preview.
3. Approve your proof: check every panel, colour and line of text. Nothing is printed until you say yes.
4. Production and quality checks: your boxes are printed, finished, die-cut and inspected. Timings are confirmed in your quote.
5. Delivery: boxes arrive flat-packed to save space and shipping cost, ready to assemble.

Why order custom rigid boxes from Custom Boxes Peak?

We make every order to measure, so you never pay for a stock size that does not fit. Free design help, a free 3D mockup and a free digital proof come with every order of custom rigid boxes, and low minimums mean you can start small and scale up as your brand grows. Our team checks every file for bleed, resolution and colour before printing, so the boxes you receive look exactly like the proof you approved.

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