Cardboard Box Guides
Plain-English guides written by our trade desk. Start with measuring, then choose the board.
About these guides
10 answersWho writes these guides?
Our trade desk, based on the questions customers ask us.
Which guide should I read first?
Start with how to measure a box, then the wall type guide.
Are the sizes in the guides fixed?
No. They are starting points. Every box is made to your size.
Do the guides cover printing?
Printing is covered in the home page sections and on each box page.
Can I ask a question about a guide?
Yes. Email or WhatsApp the trade desk.
Are prices in the guides?
Prices start from £0.25 per unit and are confirmed on your quote.
Do you add new guides?
Yes, as customers ask new questions.
Are the guides for UK shipping?
Yes. They use UK sizes and UK delivery.
Can I print a guide?
Yes. Each guide prints cleanly from your browser.
Do I need a guide to order?
No. Send the size and quantity and we help from there.
Not covered here? Message the trade desk on WhatsApp or email info@ordercardboardboxes.co.uk.
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