Liven up your packaging with custom sleeve boxes
Cardboard sleeve packaging is a versatile way to enhance otherwise plain boxes and capture your buyer’s attention. Whether used over cosmetics, food, or other goods, custom printed box sleeves are a cost-effective way to add flair to your products without bulk.
With over 30 years’ experience in cardboard packaging, we’ve created some incredible bespoke cardboard sleeves that have stood out against the crowd. From food sleeve packaging with bespoke artwork designs with side seamed glue, for an extra smooth fit, to corrugated sleeves that offer your products extra protection.
Our range also hosts a wide range of styles, including glued and interlocking options with a variety of finishes. Your sleeve can be any size, from a full covering box to a thinner belly band to add draw the buyer’s eye. Ready to get started? Get in touch with our team to get a quote on custom sleeve boxes now.
Why use sleeve packaging?
Box sleeves allow you to use a standardised set of packaging across your ranges. All product information, images, and branding can be added to the cardboard sleeve that will fit snugly over the existing package. Minimising packaging saves space during transit, making products more convenient to ship.
Streamlining production in this way is very economical, especially for smaller or niche businesses. With custom printed box sleeves, you can easily advertise promotions, offers, or changes in product information at low cost, without sacrificing any quality. They are also lightweight, which helps lower shipping costs and carbon emissions. Additionally, they can be combined with other packaging types, like bottles, jars, or gift boxes, to create a polished finish.
Box sleeve packaging is also a highly sustainable choice as it’s typically made from recyclable and biodegradable materials. Unlike mixed-material packaging, cardboard sleeves can be easily added to customers’ home recycling bins, helping reduce landfill waste and support a circular economy. In addition to being recyclable, cardboard sleeves are often made from already recycled cardboard, further reducing the demand for new raw materials and minimising your environmental impact. Looking to re-establish your sustainable business solutions? Check out our wider range of environmentally friendly packaging.
Why choose ABC Packaging?
We can offer you:
- The latest in cardboard sleeve manufacturing technology
- Glued sleeves, interlocking sleeves & more
- Eye-catching sleeve design
- Fully customisable dimensions for size
- High-quality box sleeve printing in full colour
- Range of finishes including foiling, embossing & more
- Cost-effective packaging solutions
- Cosmetic, retail, food sleeves & more
- Supplied pre-glued and flat-packed
We can help you at any stage of the process – from idea formation right down to the final printing. Whether you know exactly what you’re after, or even if you don’t know where to start, get in contact with us so we can discuss ideas and start the process.
What can cardboard sleeve packaging be used for?
Cardboard sleeves are used across a wide range of industries due to their versatility and cost-effectiveness. We can create sleeves in a wide range of shapes and sizes bespoke to your product. Some of the products that sleeves are great for include:
- Soap packaging: A sustainable packaging choice and great for when a customer wants to smell the soap before buying!
- Sock belly bands: Socks don’t need much protection as they’re a soft product, so opting for minimal packaging makes sense and saves money.
- Tools & DIY products: From sellotape to screwdrivers, lots of products in hardware stores look great with a custom sleeve.
- Food sleeve packaging: You don’t need to look far in a supermarket to see cardboard sleeves being used. Frozen food sleeves are a particularly popular option!
