Custom Cardboard Packaging

UK-Made Cardboard Packaging for All Industries

Cardboard isn’t just the workhorse of packaging — it’s the canvas brands use to protect, present, and ship their products. At Healey Packaging, we work with UK businesses of all sizes, from startups ordering their first small cardboard packaging runs to manufacturers needing wholesale cardboard packaging for national distribution.

Our role is simple: build packaging that performs in the real world. Strong enough to protect fragile goods, stylish enough to carry your brand story, and versatile enough to cover everything from large packaging boxes for shipping to custom cardboard packaging boxes for retail display.

Corrugated, White, & Brown Cardboard Options

Cardboard is still the go-to choice for most businesses, and for good reason. It’s tough, adaptable, and cost-effective. Corrugated grades handle shipping demands, while lighter single-wall boards are often enough for sleeves or smaller retail packs. Some clients lean towards brown cardboard packaging for a simple, natural feel. Others prefer white cardboard packaging when they want clean branding or bold print to stand out.

Price is always on the table. Many buyers come to us asking for “cheap cardboard packaging,” and that usually means finding smart ways to keep costs down without sacrificing performance. Adjusting board weight, fine-tuning dimensions, or changing coatings often does the trick — you save money, but the packaging still does its job properly.

Find Your Perfect Cardboard Packaging Match

Not every product calls for the same kind of box. A bakery selling cupcakes won’t need the same structure as a cosmetics brand launching a luxury line, and neither has the same priorities as a warehouse moving bulk goods. That’s why our range of bespoke cardboard packaging boxes covers multiple styles, sizes, and finishes — each designed for specific use cases. Below are some of the most requested formats we make for UK businesses.

Printed Cardboard Packaging

A plain box fades into the background — print makes it memorable. From bold retail graphics to subtle logo foiling, our branded cardboard packaging lets your brand speak without overcomplicating the design.

Cardboard Tube Packaging

Think beyond posters. Tubes are a favourite for whisky bottles, teas, and beauty products. They feel sturdy in the hand, travel well, and double up as a neat gift pack.

Cardboard Sleeve Packaging

When you want branding without a full carton, cardboard sleeve packaging slips around jars, trays, or products neatly. Cost-effective, lightweight, and great for eco-conscious brands.

Large & Small Cardboard Packaging Boxes

From large cardboard packaging boxes used for storage and shipping to small cardboard packaging designed for retail or subscription items, we size everything to fit your exact product dimensions.

FSC, ISO & Food-Safe Cardboard Box Packaging

We’re not just box makers — we’re problem solvers. Over the last 10+ years, Healey Packaging has produced thousands of runs for industries as varied as food, cosmetics, electronics, and gifting. Our cardboard packaging boxes manufacturers team ensures every batch goes through checks for durability, print clarity, and compliance with UK/EU packaging safety standards.

• FSC®-certified boards available for sustainable brands.
• Food-contact safe coatings where required.
• ISO-certified facilities ensuring consistency in every run.

Cardboard Boxes That Cut Costs & Build Brands

Cardboard packaging isn’t just about getting products from A to B. For most UK companies, it’s the balance of cost, protection, and branding that makes it such a reliable choice. Whether you’re shipping in bulk, selling in retail, or building a branded gifting experience, cardboard adapts without blowing the budget. Here’s how businesses across different sectors put it to work:

Protection Meets Branding

Cardboard packaging isn’t just a shell — it stops returns, reduces damage in transit, and doubles as a billboard for your logo.

Cost and Scale

You can order cardboard package in bulk if you need thousands, or keep it light with a smaller run to test a new product. Either way, you’re not stuck holding more stock than you can use.

Adaptable to Every Market

Whether it’s a black packaging for premium electronics, a cardboard gift box for events, or cardboard packaging with sleeves for food, the material adapts easily to any sector.

FAQs on Cardboard Packaging

Can I order cardboard packaging in bulk?

Yes, you can. Many of our UK clients buy wholesale cardboard packaging for distribution or shipping. We’ll advise on board grades and sizes so you don’t end up overpaying for materials you don’t need.

Do you supply eco-friendly cardboard packaging?

We do. Most runs now use FSC®-certified or recycled stock, and coatings can be water-based. If you’re aiming for plastic-free, we’ll recommend the most practical alternatives.

What sizes are available?

There isn’t a fixed chart — we cut to your product’s dimensions. That might mean a slim carton for cosmetics, a sleeve for food trays, or large cardboard packaging boxes for storage and delivery.

Can the boxes be branded?

Of course. Offset or digital print works for most runs, and finishes like foil or embossing are available. We’ll show proofs or mock-ups before production so you know what the end result looks like.

Who usually orders cardboard packaging?

It’s across the board: bakeries and food producers, e-commerce stores, cosmetics brands, even event companies that need branded cartons for giveaways.