Hot Selling
Cardboard Packaging
Our most successful clients switched to custom cardboard boxes and saw the difference immediately: • Fewer breakages and returns • Higher perceived value (customers happily pay more) • Stunning unboxing photos shared on Instagram and TikTok • Brand recognition every time someone reuses the box • Genuine eco credentials they can proudly show When your packaging looks good, people do not just buy your product; they buy into your story.
Material / Paper Stock We Use
When packaging is meant for protecting and prompting products, the material/paper stock ensures integrity and safety. Well-known cardboard packaging material is synonymous with durability and resilience. Kraft is delicate to take care of your fragile items. Corrugated boxes are tough to bear the tear and shear of external stresses. We have arranged the world’s finesse stock of papers full of qualities; sustainability, affordability, and elegance.
Duplex Chipboard
Grey Chipboard Cardboard
Black-Kraft
Holographic
Metallic Paper
Natural Brown Kraft
SBS C2S
Textured
White Kraft
type of Printing Methods We Use
We all have stepped into the world of digitalization. The packaging and printing have also been digitalized. Digital printing on blank eco-friendly surfaces of boxes delivers a sense of creativity. The offset printing method, though traditional yet classic, ensures consistent image resolution. The screen printing allows textured prints inside and out of the boxes. We offer all the latest types of printing methods to imprint all your thoughts on custom boxes.
Digital Print
Offset Print
Scodix Digital Enhancement
UV Print
type of inks We Use
Joyful prints and consistent brand images all are blessings of the vibrancy of printing inks. We have a wide variety of in-stock inks including funky Pantone, shiny Pantone Metallic, smooth oil-based inks, and sparkling fluorescent color ink. For bold and bright options, explore soy vegetable inks and water-based inks. Ignite your creativity- brush your ideas Now!
Fluorescent Color Inks
Oil Based Inks
Pantone
Pantone Metallic
Soy Vegetable Based Inks
Water Based Inks
Our finishing
Finishing is considered to have a crucial impact on overall aesthetics. At The Custom Boxes, we view it as more than just an eye-appealing factor; it's a statement. Customized packaging simply radiates brilliance. Based on your preferences, we can add a touch of glamour with glitter on a metallic finish. We infuse a sense of exclusivity through silver and gold foiling or coating on custom packaging. Explore the myriad of options available – discover more now.
Anti Scratch Lamination
Aqueous Coating
Lamination
Soft Touch Coating
Soft Touch/Silk Lamination Cards
Spot Gloss UV
Add- ons
We assist you in elevating beyond ordinary packaging. Add-ons are artistic touches that captivate customers' attention. These extras work wonders in enhancing the perceived value of boxes. By adding glamour to your custom packages, they also enhance functionality. Embossing, debossing, foiling, screening, PVC windows, and inserts not only ensure the safety of products but also ignite excitement in every unboxing adventure.
Cold Foil Printing
Debossing
Embossing
Full Embossing
Hot Foil Stamping
Proper Embossing
PVC Patching Cards
Ribbon Handles
our valuable resources links
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| 1. | Choose From Multiple Artworks For Your Same-Sized Packaging |
| 2. | Custom Cardboard Boxes: The Best Way To Protect Your Products During Shipping? |
| 3. | What Are The Standard Sizes And Dimensions For Mailer Boxes? |
| 4. | 10 Tips For Designing Retail Packaging That Sells |
| 5. | Why Is Customer Experience Important In 2023? |
| 6. | Why Custom Boxes Are So Important For Product Packaging? |
| 7. | A List Of Packaging Industry Tools, Equipment, And Major Machines |
| 8. | Top 5 Different Benefits Of Custom Boxes For Your New Brand In 2023 |
| 9. | Custom Printed Boxes |
| 10. | How To Make Custom Boxes? |
Custom Cardboard Packaging
Whether you are sending a single online order from Bondi to Broome. Or filling shelves in a Melbourne boutique. And creating memorable gift packaging in Brisbane. One thing that never changes is that the right cardboard box can make or break the customer experience.
From custom cardboard boxes that survive the Nullarbor to custom packaging boxes that turn heads at checkout, from crisp custom printed boxes that carry your logo proudly to elegant customised boxes that feel like a gift the moment they arrive, we make the kind of packaging that gets kept, photographed, reused and talked about.
At The Custom Boxes Australia, we have spent years perfecting custom cardboard packaging that businesses actually love to use. Because it works hard. It looks fantastic. And it doesn’t cost the Earth.
What Is Custom Cardboard Packaging?
Custom cardboard packaging is defined as boxes, trays, inserts, displays, mailers or any type of container that is created with precise sizing and cutting. They are printed and made rigid to fit a specific product or brand perfectly.
Instead of the generic brown boxes you pick up off the shelf from a hardware store or post office, custom cardboard packaging starts with a blank slate to fit your exact needs. That means:
- Your product fits snugly (no rattling around, no wasted space).
- Your logo, brand colours, message, care instructions or artwork are printed directly on the box.
- The structure is built for your purpose (e.g. magnetic closure for luxury, vent holes for food, dividers for bottles, handles for easy carry).
- The material strength is chosen for your weight and shipping conditions.
- It can be environmentally friendly.
What Makes Cardboard Packaging So Popular in Australia?
Cardboard is the undisputed king of Australian packaging for very good reasons:
- Naturally strong yet lightweight: they are perfect for our long distances and expensive freight costs
- 100% recyclable: kerbside accepted in every state and territory
- Easy to print: logos, colours, patterns, photos, thank-you messages, care instructions
- Versatile: works for tiny jewellery mailers right up to pallet-sized bulk cartons
- Affordable at scale: prices drop dramatically on bulk orders
- Customisable forever: size, strength, print, inserts, handles, windows, you name it
Most importantly, cardboard feels honest and trustworthy. In a country that values real quality and hates waste, cardboard just fits.
Our Most Loved Custom Cardboard Packaging Styles
We don’t just make “boxes”. We create packaging solutions that match the way real Australian businesses sell and ship.
- Custom Cardboard Boxes
Our bread-and-butter fully bespoke sizes and strengths. Single wall for light apparel, double wall for bottles and books, triple wall for heavy gear.
- Custom Packaging Boxes
The flexible all-rounder is used for everything from subscription kits to corporate gifts. Add magnetic closure, ribbon pulls, or shoulder trays for that premium reveal.
- Custom Printed Boxes
Bring your brand to life, it deserves the best printing services. We offer the best printing options to achieve the perfect look for your brand.
- Custom Boxes That Fit Your Needs
We create boxes to your exact needs. We can turn your dream design into a reality worth it.
- Custom Postal Boxes
Australia Post approved and optimised a lightweight yet strong enough for the long haul from Darwin to Hobart. Many sizes qualify as small parcels to keep postage low.
- White Cardboard Boxes
White cardboard boxes: clean, modern, and minimalist. A great option for any logo, brand colour, or design. They are popular with skincare, fashion and homeware.
Materials That Deliver Real Performance
We only use board grades that perform in Australian conditions (heat, humidity, long transit times):
- E-flute: thin, printable, great for retail and lighter mailers
- B-flute: most popular all-rounder – excellent cushioning
- C-flute: deeper flutes for maximum crush resistance
- Double wall: the Australian removals and eCommerce standard
- Kraft-faced recycled board: natural look, 70–100% recycled content
- FSC-certified virgin kraft: when maximum strength is needed
All of these materials are recyclable in Australian programs.
Design and Finishing Options That Turn Heads
- Full-colour CMYK
- Pantone spot colours
- Matte soft-touch finish
- Gloss lamination
- UV highlights
- foil stamping
- Blind and coloured embossing/debossing
- Clear windows (acetate or PET)
- Handles – cut-out or reinforced rope
- Matching tissue, thank-you cards, stickers and outer shippers
What makes it different from Ordinary Cardboard Boxes?
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Feature |
Ordinary Cardboard Box |
Custom Cardboard Packaging (from The Custom Boxes Australia) |
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Size |
Fixed standard sizes |
Made exactly to your product dimensions |
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Printing |
Usually plain brown |
Full-colour, logo, patterns, messages, foil, embossing |
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Strength |
Basic single-wall |
Single, double or triple-wall, chosen for your weight |
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Structure |
Basic flaps and tape |
Magnetic closures, drawers, inserts, windows, handles, etc. |
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Branding |
None |
Fully branded inside and out |
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Eco options |
Limited |
Recycled content |
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Minimum order |
Buy 10 to 20 |
Flexible |
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Purpose |
General use |
Designed specifically to protect + promote your product |
This is how ordinary and custom cardboard packaging differ from each other.
Real Australian Businesses Winning with Our Boxes
- Melbourne skincare brand white custom cardboard boxes with rose-gold foil → 40% increase in Instagram unboxings
- Sydney subscription snack company branded Kraft double-wall boxes → reduced damage claims by 85%
- Brisbane gift hamper business customised boxes with shoulder trays and ribbon → repeat orders jumped 3×
- Perth CBD oil brand eco recycled kraft boxes with “Plant me” seed paper insert → customers now share planting videos.
Ordering Custom Cardboard Packaging from The Custom Boxes
- Low and flexible minimums: many styles start at 100 units
- Free design support and multiple proofs
- Fast Australian production: 10 to 18 working days standard
- Free samples so you can feel the quality first
- Nationwide delivery: flat-packed and protected
- Transparent pricing: no hidden plate/die charges on standard jobs
Ready To Upgrade Your Packaging Game?
Don’t let great products arrive looking average. Give them packaging that protects, impresses and sells packaging that feels as good as your brand really is. Let’s create custom cardboard boxes that make customers say, “This is good”, and then tell all their mates. Get your free quote or sample pack today from The Custom Boxes.
We fully comprehend that packaging boxes not only present but also promote products effectively. Crafting a unique brand voice requires a fresh and innovative appearance. 'Box by Style' stands out as a distinctive feature on our official website, guiding you in selecting the perfect style for your delicate, high-selling items. Assemble various pieces of cardboard or other packaging materials to experience the final result. We infuse delight into every unboxing through exceptional interlocking. Explore creative concepts and captivate your customers with playful shapes without compromising functionality.
