SBS Board
Smooth white board for premium printed retail packaging.
People don’t keep favours for long, but they remember how they were given. A poorly made box crushes, pops open, or looks rushed. A well-made one does the opposite. Our custom favour boxes are built for businesses that want their small gifts to arrive clean, closed, and presentable, whether they’re handed out at weddings, packed with sweets, or stacked at retail counters. Healey Packaging supplies UK clients who need consistency more than decoration.
Product details
Favour boxes are small, which makes structure more important, not less. Thin board bends quickly once filled with chocolates, cake slices, or wrapped sweets. We size each favour box so it supports the contents without forcing the lid or stressing the folds.
For brands ordering favour boxes wholesale, this reduces crushed corners during packing and transport. The box closes cleanly and stays that way until it’s opened by the end customer.
Most favour boxes UK orders use cardboard selected for stiffness rather than thickness. This keeps the box neat without adding bulk. Clear panels can be added where visibility matters, for example with sweet or candy items, but only when they don’t weaken the structure.
Print is optional. Some clients want personalised favour boxes with names or dates; others prefer a neutral finish they can dress up later. Both approaches are common, and we set the box up so it works either way.
Different events handle favours differently. Wedding favour boxes are often packed well ahead of the day, so they need to stack and store without bowing. Party favour boxes usually move faster and are filled closer to the event.
Seasonal orders, such as Christmas favour boxes or birthday ranges, tend to focus on quick assembly and repeat sizes. We adjust the design so the box suits how it’s actually used, not just how it looks on a table, in line with current packaging trends.
Colour is usually chosen to match an event theme rather than to stand alone. Neutral shades like white, black, brown, or navy are common because they work across multiple uses. Brighter colours, including blue, red, pink, or green, are often used in smaller runs.
We keep colour application simple so it doesn’t scuff during handling. The aim is a box that still looks clean once it’s filled and moved, not just when it leaves the press.
Some products suit novelty shapes, others don’t. Pillow favour boxes work well for lightweight items like wrapped sweets. Cube and rectangle favour boxes are better for chocolates or cake pieces that need a flat base.
For bulk orders, practicality usually wins. Boxes that fold quickly and stay square are easier to work with, especially when filling hundreds at a time.
We supply favour boxes bulk to caterers, bakeries, event suppliers, and retailers across the UK. Once a size and style is agreed, it stays consistent for reorders. This helps avoid last-minute surprises when restocking.
Most orders are completed within standard production timeframes after artwork approval, depending on quantity and finish.
We don’t sell off-the-shelf sizes and hope they fit. Boxes are made to the agreed dimensions and checked before production. This suits businesses that need packaging to behave the same way every time they open a delivery.
| Dimension (L + W + H) | All Custom Sizes & Shapes |
|---|---|
| Quantities | No Minimum Order |
| Paper Stock | SBS, Kraft, Corrugated, Rigid Board |
| Printing | CMYK, PMS, Digital, Offset |
| Finishing | Matte, Gloss, Foil, Embossing, Debossing, Spot UV |
| Included Options | Die Cutting, Gluing, Scoring, Perforation |
| Additional Options | Eco-Friendly, Recyclable, FSC Options |
| Proof | Flat View, 3D Mock-up, Physical Sampling On Request |
| Turnaround | 7–10 Working Days After Artwork Approval |
| Shipping | Free UK Shipping |
Choose the options for your packaging. Final materials, printing and other details are confirmed with your quote.
Smooth white board for premium printed retail packaging.
Natural board for recyclable, earthy and understated packaging.
Fluted board for ecommerce, shipping and added product protection.
Premium stock for gift, luxury and presentation packaging.
Fast setup, great for smaller quantities and designs that change frequently. Strong colour output without plate costs.
Best for scale. Consistent results run after run, especially when brand tones and fine detail matter.
Adds raised UV and tactile highlights to chosen areas. Ideal when packaging needs a premium touch people notice instantly.
UV-cured inks dry instantly and hold colour density well. Great for coated boards and vibrant retail graphics.
The go-to for full colour artwork, photography, and complex graphics. Great base before special effects.
When consistency is non-negotiable. Locks in signature brand colours across materials and runs.
A heavier ink laydown for bold logos and high opacity. Great for darker stocks and simple, confident marks.
A cleaner alternative often paired with kraft stocks and minimal design. A solid fit for eco-led packaging projects.
Warm metallic detail for logos, names and premium accents.
Clean metallic highlight for luxury and technical branding.
Gloss contrast applied to selected artwork areas.
Raised texture for tactile logos and brand marks.
Pressed detail for understated depth and texture.
Smooth tactile coating for premium handling.
Low-shine surface for modern, refined packaging.
Bright protective surface for stronger colour impact.
Hold products neatly in place during display and shipping.
Show the product while keeping packaging structured.
Create custom openings, contours and display details.
Add carry-friendly structure for selected box styles.
Add a branded outer layer around trays, boxes or products.
Separate multiple items inside one package.
Add a gift-ready finishing detail where suitable.
Support selected retail display requirements.
Yes. We make boxes used for weddings, parties, and retail gifting.
Yes. Names, dates, and branding can be printed if required.
Yes. Wholesale quantities are available for UK businesses.
Most boxes are made from rigid cardboard. FSC®-certified board is available on request.
Usually around a week after artwork approval, depending on volume.
Work through the size, material and print details with Healey Packaging before your order moves into production.
Share your product dimensions, quantity and delivery requirements when requesting a quote.
Choose dimensions and a packaging format around your product and packing method.
Compare material options for presentation, product weight and day-to-day handling.
Specify your colours, artwork and finishing details for a coordinated printed pack.
Check dielines, print areas and artwork requirements before approving production.
No minimum order. Share the quantity you need when requesting your quote.
Tell us your delivery postcode and deadline so we can plan your order.
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