A company presents a gift to its client. The box shows up, but the pen has fallen out of its holder, the corners of the notebook are bent, and the logo looks too small. They may seem like small problems but they can spoil the gift.
That’s why businesses need to think about size, material and printing before ordering gift boxes. When printing on corporate gift boxes, select a box that can hold the products and protect them, and display the company name without making the design too full.
Choosing the Right Size for Corporate Gift Boxes
There isn’t one box size that works for every corporate gift. A pen and USB drive need far less room than a diary, coffee mug and greeting card.
Small Gift Boxes
Small boxes suit pens, keychains, chocolates, USB drives and other promotional items. A box measuring 15 × 10 × 5 cm may work for certain products. Always check the space needed for padding.
Medium Gift Boxes
Medium boxes can hold notebooks, calendars, business cards and office accessories. Businesses often order these for staff welcome kits, meetings and company events.
Large Gift Boxes
Larger boxes work for clothing, drinkware, festive hampers and gift sets containing several items. These boxes need stronger boards, particularly when the gifts are heavy.
Before confirming a size, arrange all the products on a table. Leave room for inserts and check how easily someone can remove each item.
Which Materials Work Best for Gift Box Printing?
The material affects how the box opens, how much weight it carries and how the finished print looks.
- Rigid Boxes: Made with thick board, these boxes suit expensive gifts and executive welcome kits.
- Folding Carton Boxes: These work for lightweight gifts and orders where easy storage matters.
- Kraft Gift Boxes: Businesses often choose kraft paperboard for its natural brown appearance.
- Corrugated Boxes: These offer extra protection for heavier items and gifts that need shipping.
Don’t choose a material just because it looks good in a photograph. Ask to handle a sample, open its lid and check its strength.
Gift Box Inserts: Keeping Every Item in Place
A good insert stops products from sliding around. It also makes the contents easier to arrange.
Popular Insert Materials
- Foam Inserts: Foam works well for glass items, electronics and delicate gifts. Printers can cut spaces to match individual products.
- Cardboard Dividers: Cardboard separates smaller items and helps organise gift sets containing several products.
- EVA Foam: This firmer foam suits products that need a snug fit, such as watches and electronic accessories.
- Paper Inserts: Moulded or folded paper inserts work for selected lightweight products.
For a gift containing a mug, pen and notebook, each item should have its own space. The mug needs cushioning, while a cardboard divider may be enough for the notebook.
Branding Options for Custom Printed Gift Boxes
Adding a logo doesn’t mean it should cover the whole box. Sometimes a small logo on the lid looks better than a design filled with company names and slogans.
Logo and Colour Printing
Businesses can print their logos, brand colours and short messages on custom gift boxes. Ask the printer to check artwork colours before production, particularly when matching existing company stationery.
Gold and Silver Foil Printing
Foil stamping adds a metallic finish to selected words or logos. Gold and silver remain popular choices for executive gift boxes and festive packaging.
Embossing and Debossing
Embossing raises the logo from the surface. Debossing presses it into the board. Both options add texture without requiring a large printed design.
Matte and Gloss Finishes
Matte lamination gives packaging a softer-looking surface. Gloss lamination creates more shine and can make printed colours look stronger.
Choose the finish after viewing printed samples, rather than relying on pictures.
What Can You Include Inside Corporate Gift Boxes?
Companies don’t have to limit their gifts to a single product. A well-planned box can hold several useful items.
For example, an employee welcome kit may contain:
- A branded notebook or notepad
- A printed pen
- A personalised greeting card
- A company brochure
- A desk calendar
- A business card with contact details
Printed labels can carry employee names or event dates. You can also add an invitation card for a company celebration.
These items should follow the same basic colour scheme so the gift looks like one complete set.
Common Printing Mistakes Worth Avoiding
Ordering hundreds of boxes without checking a sample can become expensive.
First, make sure the products fit inside the finished box, not just the design drawing. Next, check where the printer places the logo. A logo too close to a fold may look awkward.
Also, think about delivery. A box that sits neatly on an office desk may need extra protection when a courier transports it.
Finally, check the spelling of company names, recipient details and printed messages. Correcting an error after printing costs far more than checking the artwork beforehand.
Ordering Corporate Gift Box Printing in Dubai
Before requesting a quotation, prepare your product measurements, artwork, estimated quantity and preferred box style.
Al Wasl Printing Press provides Dubai businesses with custom gift box printing and product packaging, labels, greeting cards and other printing needs.
Tell them what products you plan to pack and ask about material options, samples and finishing options before you place a bulk order .
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What size should a corporate gift box be?
Choose a size based on the products, with enough space for inserts and protective padding.
2. Can I print my company logo on gift boxes?
Yes. Logo printing, foil stamping and embossing are common branding choices.
3. Which material suits luxury gift boxes?
Rigid cardboard works well for premium gifts because it offers a firm structure.
4. Why do corporate gift boxes need inserts?
Inserts hold products in place and reduce movement during handling and delivery.
5. Where can I order corporate gift box printing in Dubai?
Contact Al Wasl Printing Press at / to enquire about packaging printing.