Description
Custom Shipping Boxes for UK Ecommerce
Your shipping box does two jobs: it gets your product to the customer safely, and it is the first thing they see when the parcel arrives. Our custom shipping boxes are made from strong corrugated board, sized to your product and printed with your branding, so every delivery protects your goods and promotes your business.
We make shipping boxes and mailers for online shops, subscription brands and wholesalers across the UK, starting from just 50 boxes, with free design support and a digital proof before production.
Why Use Custom Shipping Boxes?
- Better protection: a box made to fit stops products moving in transit and reduces breakages and returns.
- Lower postage: right-sized boxes avoid paying to ship empty space and need less void fill.
- Branded unboxing: a printed mailer turns a plain delivery into a moment customers share.
- Faster packing: self-locking mailer styles fold quickly without tape.
- Recyclable: corrugated and kraft board are widely recycled across the UK.
Shipping Box Styles
Mailer boxes
The most popular ecommerce box. Roll-end tuck-front mailers lock without tape and open neatly for a clean unboxing.
Regular slotted cartons (RSC)
Classic flap-top shipping cartons for heavier items, bulk orders and warehouse shipping.
Postal and letterbox boxes
Slim boxes designed to fit through a UK letterbox, ideal for small products and subscription items.
Boxes with inserts
Card or foam inserts hold fragile or multi-item products in place during delivery.
Choosing the Right Board
- E-flute corrugated: thin, strong and great for print, ideal for most mailers.
- B-flute corrugated: thicker walls for heavier or more fragile products.
- Double wall: extra strength for heavy items and long-distance shipping.
- Kraft or white outer: natural brown for an eco look, or white for bright full-colour print. See custom kraft boxes.
Need a more general box? Compare our custom cardboard boxes.
Printing on Shipping Boxes
Print your logo on the outside for brand recognition, or go further with full-colour custom printed boxes and inside printing for a stand-out unboxing. Add a thank-you message, social handles or a discount code inside the lid. See all printing options, or keep it simple with custom boxes with logo.
Who Uses Our Shipping Boxes?
Online clothing stores, cosmetic and skincare brands, candle makers, food and drink producers, subscription box companies and marketplace sellers. For retail shelves rather than the post, see our custom product boxes; for food, see food packaging.
Designing a Memorable Unboxing
For online brands, the parcel is the shop window. A few small touches make customers remember you and share their order online.
- Print inside the lid: a thank-you note, a pattern or a message only seen on opening.
- Add tissue or a branded sticker seal: it creates a reveal moment.
- Include a card or insert: care instructions, a discount code for the next order or a QR code to your reviews page.
- Keep it tidy: a well-fitted box with no loose filler feels more premium.
Sizing Tips to Save on Postage
UK carriers price parcels by weight and size bands, and many also apply volumetric (dimensional) weight. A box that is just a little too big can push you into a higher band. To keep costs down:
- Measure your product, including any inner packaging, and add only a small allowance.
- Check the size limits for the service you use most, for example Large Letter or Small Parcel, and design your box to fit inside them.
- Use letterbox-friendly boxes for small items so customers do not need to be home.
- Group products that ship together into one box size to simplify packing.
Not sure how to measure? Read our guide to box dimensions: length, width and height.
Strength and Protection
Corrugated board protects through its fluted middle layer, which acts like a row of tiny arches that absorb knocks and resist crushing. For fragile items such as glass, candles or ceramics, choose B-flute or double wall and add a fitted insert. For stacked warehouse storage, a stronger board stops lower boxes collapsing.
Sustainable Shipping
Our corrugated and kraft mailers are recyclable, and right-sizing your box reduces both material and void fill. Self-locking mailers also cut down on plastic tape.
How to Order
- Measure your product (length × width × height) and decide how many items go in each box.
- Send your sizes, quantity and artwork through our quote form.
- We recommend the right style and board, then send your price and digital proof.
- After approval, we produce and deliver your boxes flat-packed across the UK.
Custom Shipping Boxes FAQs
What is the minimum order?
Our minimum order is 50 boxes. For larger runs, see custom boxes wholesale pricing.
Can shipping boxes be printed inside?
Yes. We can print inside, outside or both.
Are your shipping boxes recyclable?
Yes. Corrugated and kraft board are widely recyclable in UK household and business collections.
Can you help me choose the right size?
Yes. Send us your product dimensions and weight and we will recommend a size and board strength.
Further Reading
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