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Coloured postal boxes are strong, securely constructed boxes designed for shipping.

They are offered in a wide assortment of bold, vivid, and often very basic colour combinations.

Helps enhance packaging to make it visually more appealing.

Businesses can utilise these mailers to differentiate their shipments from others and to display their branding.

Crafted with either thick, durable cardboard or corrugated material that ensures an item's shipment is protected.

Best for the delivery of clothing, gifts, cosmetics, or any type of smaller item.

Come in different sizes, but the companies that provide them can custom-manufacture the boxes to fit specific size requirements.

It can offer a more elevated "unboxing" experience!

Why Do Postal Boxes Matter?

Postal boxes are really important because they keep your exclusive items safe while in transit.

A sturdy box will keep your goods safe from damage, dust, & general mishandling. 

Good packaging will also help to eliminate returns as well as complaints.

In addition, postal packaging boxes also play a huge part in the appearance of your brand. 

A vibrant box package will get customers' attention immediately.

Offer customers an even better first impression of your business.

Plus, it enhances the experience of your customers opening your package.

Customers love to open products that are nicely packaged, and the post box alone can leave a lasting impression.

Available in several sizes. You can use appropriately sized postal boxes to reduce wasted space and reduce shipping costs.

Strong & Stylish Features of Coloured Boxes

Use our coloured boxes to combine appearance and durability for your package.

Make the package look nice and guarantee safe transportation of it during the shipment.

The following features include:

Lightweight Design

The box can stay light but remain sturdy for shipping.

Pack and send items while saving you the weight and money during delivery. 

Easy handling is also helpful for fast packing during large daily orders.

This takes up less room & creates a clean workspace for faster work during busy days.

Bold Eye-Catching Colours

Postal boxes easily attract attention.

Let your packages stand out from others, fun and personalised.

You can easily create an impressive look matching the colours of your brand style.

This makes it easy for the customer to recognise your brand.

Easy Storage

These packaging boxes stack neatly & don't miss shape.

They don't take up as much room, plus they make your packing area tidy.

It keeps your space clean. So that you don't have to take so long to find the box during peak seasons.

Plus, it is easy to fit more boxes into a smaller space.

Durable Design

Built from highly strong cardboard that is press-resistant.

The ideal protection of your unique products from damaging factors during transportation.

You can confidently send your parcels day after day using these packs.

The more durable the packaging, the less damage, and the happier your clients.

Have the peace of mind that your item is safe when you ship.

Uses of Coloured Mailing Boxes in Different Industries

Coloured mailing boxes are significant for many industries.

Used by companies to package, transport, and deliver products securely.

Strong boxes really help to prevent items from being damaged when being delivered.

They also improve presentation and ease of handling. 

Numerous industries use them to deliver everyday items.

As well as to send bulk shipments of goods to customers or other companies. 

Industry-wide uses for postal boxes:

  • E-commerce and the online retail industry
  • Apparel and fashion industry
  • Cosmetics and beauty industry
  • The electronics and gadgets industry
  • Food and bakery packaging industry
  • Pharmaceutical and health-related supplies 
  • Wholesale and distribution businesses industry

Common Materials for Postal Box Making

Designed using a variety of materials that provide structure, protection, and aesthetic appeal.

The varying materials cater to a range of requirements.

Whether the intention is to ship a heavy product to protect it or to provide eco-friendly packaging.

Corrugated Cardboard

We make strong, protective, and affordable postal boxes using corrugated cardboard.

The fluted construction provides strength and adds cushioning to the box.

Perfect for shipping and transit packaging of a wide variety of items that are fragile or heavy.

Kraft Paperboard

Offers a clean and natural look to boxes and is the perfect eco-friendly and recyclable choice that brands prefer.

It offers good handling for light and medium products.

Also, it can be custom printed to give the brand a personal touch to packaging.

E- Flute Corrugated Sheet

The e-flute corrugated sheet provides postal boxes with a smooth surface for excellent printing results.

This remains thin yet strong for use with many retail products and lightweight goods.

Various Types of Postal Boxes for Packaging

Come in various forms to suit various packaging requirements within businesses.

Each is primarily designed to bring together aspects of strength, style, & utility.

Mainly used for shipping, branding, or as gifts.

This allows businesses to improve their appearance. 

Also, it ensures the security of their products and makes packages more visually appealing and professional.

Types of Coloured Postal Boxes:

  1. Single-wall postal boxes
  2. Double-wall postal boxes
  3. Corrugated postal boxes
  4. Kraft postal boxes
  5. Matte finish boxes
  6. Glossy finish boxes
  7. Custom printed  boxes
  8. Die-cut postal boxes
  9. Folding coloured boxes

Choosing The Right Printing Option

Printing is your way to transform plain coloured postal boxes into incredible brand-building tools.

You'll achieve various looks, feels, and finishes with each of the following methods. Depends on your packaging requirements. 

See below to find out what the top choices are and in what order quantity they are best suited.

Offset Printing

Offset printing ensures a clean and sharp appearance on your postal boxes.

Plus, it maintains accurate and bright colours with detailed finishes.

Ideal for large orders, & the minimum order quantity should be around 500+ boxes, which costs less in bulk.

Digital Printing

Quick & efficient. Digital printing mainly allows for quick logo printing, text, & design setup without any considerable delay.

Best for a minimum quantity of 50 to 500 boxes.

Flexographic Printing

Fexo printing uses quick-dry inks and allows consistency.

Best suited for 1000+ boxes, making it ideal for regular packaging with smart branding.

Screen Printing

Screen printing produces bold and vivid colours, and the design stands out against coloured postal boxes.

This printing should be used for 10 to 300 boxes.

Cost-effective for smaller, short-run orders, samples, or special promotion packaging.

Must-Have Add-Ons For Coloured Cardboard Boxes

There are the following add-on options that we offer to make your coloured cardboard boxes more useful.

The top ones are; 

Self-Locking Tabs

Quick & efficient, self-locking tabs remove the need for tape or glue when sealing boxes.

Saves time during packing & commonly ensures a tight seal.

You will have ease in handling and tidy packaging.

Tear Strips

It makes packages simple to open.

Customers do not need scissors or other tools when you use tear strips on a postal box.

This creates an opening line and is user-friendly.

Reinforced Corners

Provide durability to the boxes when they have reinforced corners.

The sides of the boxes will be less likely to get crushed during shipping.

This offers extra protection for fragile or heavy items.

Ventilation Holes

Airflow can also be controlled inside a box when you have ventilation holes.

This will help with the preservation of certain items during transit and will reduce moisture buildup within a box.

Why Choose Our Brand Plus Printers UK

We sell economical coloured postal boxes in various sizes, materials, shapes, and designs.

Choose the one best suited for your company.

We will maintain our quality as well as keep our price reasonable.

A free quote can always be requested at any time.

We are always available to assist you with your order, 24/7. So you can place an order with ease.

  • Custom Styles & Sizes
    Custom Styles And Sizes

    You don’t need to worry about limited styles and size options for your boxes, because we offer a vast range of custom sizes and style options. We only create what you want. This is what makes us unique!

  • Printing Options
    Printing Options

    We offer economical yet modern printing methods, such as offset printing, digital printing, and screen printing. With these options, you can print your brand logo, contact info, and whatever you want to print. The choice is all yours!

  • Paper Stock
    Paper Stock

    Our paper stock options include cardboard, rigid stock, kraft paper, and corrugated paper; each has its own unique properties. These material options can be customised in terms of box thickness, finish, and colour to meet your customer’s needs.

  • Quantities
    Box Quantities

    No matter if you need 10,000 boxes for a large order or a smaller quantity of 50 boxes, we deal with all. We will deliver the same quality to both small and large branding needs. Our team will help bring your vision into reality.

  • Production Processes
    Production Processes

    We use innovative production methods to create your packaging boxes, such as printing, cutting, gluing, assembling, and quality control before delivery. We will ensure every packaging box is safe to transport & handle.

  • Add-on Options
    Add-On Options

    We have unique finishing, coating, and embellishment options for your custom boxes. It includes custom inserts, like cardboard or foam, dividers, handles, window die-cuts, sleeves, and many more.

  • Turn Around Times
    Turnaround Time

    Our standard turnaround time is only 3 to 4 business days, all over the UK! But if you need boxes urgently, we will deliver them to you in 1 to 2 business days.

  • Coating Options
    Coating Options

    A vast range of coating options is available, including Spot UV, matte, gloss, soft-touch, and aqueous coating. You just need to tell us your desired option for your boxes; we’ll make it happen.

Consumer Questions

Q: What’s your Minimum Order Quantity for Coloured Postal Boxes?
A: Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) for custom packaging is flexible, starting as low as 100 units. We are committed to accommodating orders of all sizes, whether small or large. It's important to note that the MOQ may vary. For the most accurate information, we recommend reaching out to our agents who will be happy to assist you.
Q: What’s Your Turnaround Time for Coloured Postal Boxes Order?
A: Typically, our turnaround time ranges from 12-15 days, depending on the complexity and quantity of your order. But we also offer expedite shipping with some extra charges.
Q: Can You Assist in the Design Process?
A: Absolutely! We have a team of skilled designers ready to help bring your packaging ideas to life, offering guidance from concept to final design.
Q: Do You Provide Proof/Samples Before Final Production?
A: Yes, we provide digital proofs and, upon request, physical samples of your design to ensure everything is perfect before full-scale production.
Q: What are the Accepted Payment Methods?
A: We offer a variety of payment options for your convenience, including credit/debit cards, PayPal, and bank transfers. Choose the one that works best for you.
  • No Hidden Fees or Surprises
    We have no hidden fee, you will pay only what you request.
  • Fast Prototyping
    With fast prototyping you will have an opportunity to review your design and easily approve it.
  • Free Samples or Mock-ups
    This can be a great way to get an idea of what your custom packaging will look like even before you order.
  • Affordable Pricing
    We provide bulk discounts and economy packaging options to offer you an equal amount of quality for a reasonable price.
Coloured Postal Boxes
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  • Premium Quality Guarantee
    You will be satisfied with our service, as we utilize finest materials to ensure product safety and premium presentation.
  • Sustainable Options
    Our solutions are sustainable that help your business stay on trend while attracting eco-conscious customers.
  • Personalized Service
    We offer personalized services and support during the design and production to meet your packaging needs.

Unlimited Customization

PlusPrinters provides visually appealing custom packaging boxes with endless customization options to ensure your products leave a lasting impression on your customers. Even better, we offer unlimited customization at no extra cost, making our packaging solutions highly cost-effective. This allows you to engage customers with your brand without investing heavily in expensive marketing and branding strategies.

  • Coating
  • Printing Options
  • Special Finishes
  • Paperboard
  • Corrugated
  • Fluted Grades
  • Rigid Materials
Material 1
Aqueous Coating
Material 2
UV Coating
Material 3
Spot Glass UV
Material 4
Soft Toch Coating
Material 5
Varnish
Material 6
Lamination
Material 7
Anti-scratch Lamination
Material 8
Soft Touch / Silk Lamination
Material 10
Offset Print
Material 11
Digital Print
Material 12
UV Print
Material 13
Water-based Ink
Material 14
Hot Foil Stamping
Material 15
Cold Foil Printing
Material 16
Blind Emboosing
Material 17
Blind Deboosing
Material 18
Registered Embossing
Material 19
Combination Embossing
Material 19
Window Patching
Material 20
SBS C1S
Material 21
SBS C2S
Material 22
CCNB
Material 23
Fully Recycled CCNB
Material 24
Natural Brown Kraft
Material 25
White Kraft
Material 25
Black Kraft
Material 25
Uncoated Unbleached Kraft
Material 25
Clay-coated Kraft Back
Material 25
Clay Natural Kraft
Material 25
Metallic
Material 25
Holographic
Material 25
Textured
Material 25
Natural Kraft Board
Material 26
Oyster White Board
Material 27
Kemi White Board
Material 28
Bleached White Board
Material 28
Single Face
Material 28
Single Wall
Material 28
Double Wall
Material 28
Triple Wall
Material 28
A-Flute
Material 28
B-Flute
Material 28
C-Flute
Material 28
E-Flute
Material 28
F-Flute
Material 28
Grey Chipboard
Material 28
Duplex Chipboard

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Rating 5 stars
By Amy W

about 1 month ago

Best customer service and LOVE the end result

Paul was amazing from start to finish. First of all, he quoted me a competitive price on my custom reed diffuser packaging. He gave me the best price in the market. He was helpful in answering my gazillion questions (very quickly) and he was very patient with me when it came to my design requests. In all honesty, I thought he would give up on me at some point but he didn't :-). Then he showed me my mockups, communicated when they were in printing and off for shipping. He's very transparent, super nice and helpful person. I will keep him as my permanent contact for customized packaging designs when I need restocking. Definitely order from him. Paul You're a Legend!

Rating 5 stars
By R. A. M.

about 8 months ago

Good communication and pricing

Good communication and pricing

Rating 5 stars
By Radelicous

about 8 months ago

Great experience with Lewis and fast…

Great experience with Lewis and fast turnaround. I would buy again from them.

Rating 5 stars
By Ash

about 2 months ago

Great service by Alan

Great service by Alan! Beautiful boxes, looking forward to the next batch.

Rating 5 stars
By Jack Lawlor

about 6 months ago

Great service from Paul and the team

Great service from Paul and the team, very knowledgeable and helped me every step of the way as I’m not the most computer minded. Will definitely use again

Rating 5 stars
By Matt Shortland

about 11 months ago

Plus printers was great at dealing with…

Plus printers was great at dealing with our enquiries the product turned out just as expected. Thank you lewis for dealing with us and talking through it. Made it very easy for someone who has never ordered before.

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