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All about shipping boxes: Measurements, Types and How to use them

Shipping boxes have become a key element for the commercial success of any business, be it an Ecommerce or a physical store. With the rise of social networks, online shopping and consumption via the Internet, more and more companies decide to invest in their packaging and turn a simple cardboard box into a form of direct communication with the consumer. To better understand how to use them and get the most out of them, it is necessary to know how to make a cardboard...

3 Nov

Packaging in many cases ends up acting as a marketing strategy to promote products or create brand experiences through its packaging, wrapping or labels. For this reason, brands and companies are increasingly opting for Welcome Packs. Event welcome kits, product presentation packs, welcome gifts for new employees or subscriber packs are some examples of where welcome packs are used. What is a Welcome Pack and what is it used for? A welcome pack is a corporate...

26 Oct

Creating a personalized packaging online can be easier than it seems at first glance, you just have to know several tricks that will help you get your personalized cardboard boxes in the most comfortable way. If you want to customize your packaging and don't know where to start, this post is essential for you. Why design customized packaging? Packaging is part of the customer experience at the time of purchase, or even when receiving a package at home....

What is grey board and how to use it?

18 Oct

Grey board or solid board, also erroneously called stone board, is a very strong type of cardboard used mainly in the graphic arts, bookbinding, packaging or even for furniture manufacturing. Manufacture, uses and characteristics of grey board Grey board is usually made from recycled paper but can also be made from natural fibres. Once all the recycled paper or natural fibres have been accumulated, panels are formed by compressing the hot-processed fibres...

Birthday Gift Box Ideas

14 Oct

Not everyone has a clear idea of what to give for a birthday. There are times when they can be more sentimental, funny or even functional. What is clear is that we have to give gifts very often, and surprise your loved ones is in your hands. That is why, at SelfPackaging we have come up with several ideas of gift boxes for your partner, your friends or for a family member. Types of Birthday Gift Boxes First of all, you need a good kraft cardboard gift box. With...