Hey there 👋 Are you worried about your first purchase? Or are you just looking at the options for educational purposes? No matter the purpose, we have got you covered!

This blog is specifically designed to educate you about the types of Cardboard boxes, inserts with fun FAQs, and easy-to-digest tables. All this information would help you figure out which is the best vendor for your project. Or, you may simply choose us—TheCosmeticBoxesUK, to start the journey without any hindrance 😉

How Are Cardboard Boxes​ With Logo Made?

Cardboard boxes with a logo are our best pick as they are custom-printed boxes that act as your mini, mobile, billboards. You can print them with alluring designs to catch the attention of your potential customers and decorate them with your branding elements to magnify the brand image.

For that, the printing options that you can look into are:

  • Offset printing
  • Digital printing 
  • Gravure printing 
  • Flexographic printing 
  • Screen printing

Besides, you have many coatings/laminations, finishing, and insert options to increase the aesthetic functionality of your boxes. 

Corrugated Cardboard Boxes

Corrugated boxes are also known as Cardboard Parcel Boxes​ or Mailer Boxes. They are preferred for shipping as they provide exceptional product protection from moisture and shocks. Not just that, they are also insulated as well as performing as the best canvases for high-quality print results. Hence, aesthetic functionality goes hand in hand.

Corrugated stock is mainly thick paperboard made from layers of paper sheets combined to provide effective product protection—a fluted (curvy/corrugated) middle layer sandwiched between flat paper layers.

The corrugated layer has air bags between the curves that trap air and provide cushioning and insulation. No need to worry about external pressures, as corrugated boxes would absorb the pressure and keep the product inside safe.

Furthermore, the flat outer layer acts as a canvas for high-quality print results. The surface is smooth, which lets the inks stay on it longer and allows them to express themselves boldly and completely. 

Besides, you can also add some coatings or laminations to the surface to give it a shine and to secure the prints from fading, as well as reinforcing the box, making it more moisture-resistant.

Common Flute Types & Thicknesses

Furthermore, there are five flute types that you need to know:

  • A Flute: Heavy-duty, cushioning
  • B Flute: Retail and die-cut boxes
  • C Flute: General shipping boxes
  • E Flute: Printed retail packaging
  • F Flute: Premium packaging

Each flute type offers a different level of thickness and strength, increasing from A to F,  allowing businesses to choose based on their packaging requirements. From small to large, or medium parcel cardboard boxes—we have got your back!

In addition to it, these boxes are divided into three categories based on the number of corrugated layers added to the production to increase thickness and protection. These are:

  • Single Wall Corrugated Boxes (One Corrugated Sheet)
  • Double Wall Corrugated Boxes (Two Corrugated Sheets)
  • Triple Wall Corrugated Boxes (Three Corrugated Sheets)

The more the fluted layers, the more the cushiony effect, cancelling out stress and providing a reliable shipping experience to your fragile products.

 

Popular Cardboard Boxes

  • Cardboard Canister Packaging: They are rigid in structure and have metal/tin ends to provide a good seal—used for packing tea, coffee, and food items.
  • Cardboard Display Stands: As the name suggests, these stands are for the display of your products—can be floor display stands, or table display stands, and can be shipped flat to be assembled by the client.
  • Cardboard Hamper Boxes: Strong base, taller walls, and enough internal space to hold multiple items inside—best fr retail as well as shipping purposes.
    • Cardboard Picnic Boxes: A good picnic box keeps food stable during walking or driving—usually includes a folding base, locking tabs, a built-in handle, and internal sections to keep the food items separate.
  • 100cm x 100cm Cardboard Boxes: These huge boxes are used for the shipping of bulky items that need extra protection, or can be used for storage purposes at home or the office; a lot of items in one place.

How & Where To Buy Cardboard Box

Different Types Of Cardboard Divider Inserts Tailored To Your Product’s Needs

Here are some of our Cardboard Dividers that will help you protect your products inside the boxes.

Divider Type

 Best For Key Benefit

Short Description
Cross-Grid (Cell Partition) Bottles, jars, candles Stops items from touching Interlocking strips make equal cells so each unit sits in its own slot. Great for glass and round items.
Full-Depth Slotted Tall fragile items Strong separation + support Divider walls reach the full box height to reduce side impact and improve stacking strength.
Half-Depth Short items, kits Less board used Mid-height strips separate products without taking full height, often paired with a top pad for stability.
2-Way 4-item sets Quick layout One length strip + one cross strip creates 4 sections fast, good for bundles and sample packs.
3/4-Way 6–12 items Organized multi-pack Multiple lanes and cross strips create more compartments for assortments and subscription packing.
Layer Pad Stacked layers Prevents crushing Flat sheet between layers to stop rub marks and pressure damage when boxes are stacked.
Honeycomb Fragile/heavy High shock absorption Honeycomb core blocks/panels absorb impact better and add stiffness for higher protection needs.
Die-Cut Nest Odd shapes, premium Locks product Custom-cut cavities hold products tightly so they don’t shift; strong for presentation kits.

Why Do Cats Like Cardboard Boxes?

We love cats, and cats love a sweet hiding spot to shun the world 🐱 Here is why your cat is OBSESSED with the new cardboard box:

  • Safe Hiding Spot: Cats love a place where their backs and sides are covered. Cardboard boxes are ready-made caves that give them that sense of safety. 
  • Privacy: Cats love privacy. They need their me-time, away from the hustle and bustle of the world. Cardboard boxes seem to be effective in this, noise-canceling, and providing a great hiding spot.
  • Warm: Cardboard boxes are the perfect insulators. It traps the body heat inside, making it the perfect, cozy spot for your cat.
  • Be A Spectator: Cat owner or not, you must have seen these little spectators watching you from afar. Not taking part in the activities, just watching every move. A cardboard box gives them the perfect spot to be unnoticeable, yet have access to the outside world.
  • Fun Hunting: Cats are cute little hunters. Even the indoor cats get their instincts kicked in. Cardboard boxes give them the perfect spot to hide, spot the prey, and attack!
  • Scratching Post: The most favourite of cats is their scratching post. Cardboard boxes can be scratched and bitten easily, helping your cat to reduce anxiety and relax.

Are Cardboard Boxes Recyclable?

Yes, cardboard boxes are made up of recycled paper and can be recycled as well. To make sure that they remain 100% recyckable, avoid using harmful coatings and printing inks.

Where can I buy cardboard boxes that are eco-friendly as well? Well, you have already found the best spot—TheCosmeticBoxesUK!

Here is a table for your convenience that summarizes all the box types and conditions that can and cannot be recycled, and how to recycle cardboard boxes 👇

Cardboard Box Type / Condition

 Recyclable? What To Do Before Recycling

Notes
Corrugated cardboard shipping boxes Yes (usually) Flatten it Most commonly accepted in recycling programs
Paperboard cartons (cereal-box style) Yes (usually) Flatten it Also widely accepted
Greasy / food-stained cardboard Often no Tear off clean parts and recycle only clean pieces Food oils contaminate fibers
Wax-coated cardboard Sometimes / varies Check local rules Wax layer can make it hard to process
Plastic-laminated or film-coated cardboard Sometimes / varies Check local rules Coating may cause rejection in some facilities
Heavy glue, glitter, foil stamping, thick lamination Sometimes Remove extras if possible Small amounts often okay, full coverage can be a problem
Wet or moldy cardboard No (usually) Discard Wet fibers break down and may contaminate loads
Cardboard with tape, labels, straps Usually yes Remove tape/labels/straps if easy Small tape may be tolerated, but removal is better

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