Give your existing packaging a branded finish without replacing the box, tray, tub, carton, or container underneath. Our custom packaging sleeves are manufactured to your required dimensions and printed with your artwork, which gives you a practical packaging component for product presentation, information, and SKU differentiation.
Choose the sleeve size, board, print specification, closure style, and finish around your application. From simple kraft bands for everyday products to fully printed sleeves with premium finishes for retail presentation, we manufacture each order to its intended use.
Share your product dimensions and packaging goals with us to receive a tailored recommendation and quotation for your custom packaging sleeves.
Pair plain or stock packaging with our custom sleeve to add branding and product information without changing the primary packaging. It is a cost-effective way to upgrade your packaging.
Custom sleeves add a printed outer layer to cartons, food trays, cosmetic boxes, gift sets, jars, tubs, and other existing packaging formats. Your primary packaging stays the same while the sleeve carries your logo, colours, product details, promotional messaging, or other artwork.
This makes sleeves a practical option if you are looking to improve standard packaging, launch branded product ranges, or introduce new designs.
Custom packaging sleeves are available for a wide range of products and packaging formats, which makes them versatile packaging solutions for different applications.
Food and bakery: Sleeves can be used around trays, takeaway packs, confectionery, snacks, and bakery boxes to give standard food packaging a more branded presentation.
Cosmetics and personal care: Suitable for skincare products, soap packaging, beauty sets, bottles, jars, and product collections to add product information and visual appeal.
Retail products: Use sleeves with stationery, accessories, merchandise, retail products, and promotional items to create a consistent branded presentation across different product lines.
Gifting and special occasions: Sleeves work well for gift boxes, gift sets, seasonal collections, corporate gifts, and limited-edition packaging, allowing designs to be changed for different occasions without replacing primary packaging.
We design sleeves that match your product and packaging format, with suitable material, dimensions, printing, and finishing options.
The sleeve format should suit the packaging it covers and the way it will be packed, displayed, and handled. We manufacture each sleeve to the required structure and dimensions, giving you a choice of formats without being restricted to standard sizes.
Options include:
Sleeves are made to your required measurements, with the width, depth, height, overlap, crease positions, and joining area considered during production. This helps achieve a clean fit around your existing packaging while allowing the board, printing, and finishing to be specified according to the application.
The material you choose affects the sleeve’s strength, folding performance, print quality, surface appearance, and overall cost. We offer materials for sleeves in different grades and weights to suit the requirements of your packaging.
Paperboard provides a smooth, printable surface and is well suited to sleeves that require sharp graphics, accurate colour reproduction, and a clean retail finish. Other cardboard grades can be specified where additional rigidity or durability is required for the application.
For brands focused on sustainable packaging sleeves, we provide recyclable paperboard and kraft options to support more responsible packaging choices without compromising print quality or presentation. The appropriate specification depends on the intended use, recycling requirements, and any coatings or finishes applied to the sleeve.
Material selection can also take account of the sleeve dimensions, finishing requirements, and how the packaging will be handled. For food applications, the board and coating specification can be selected according to the intended use and applicable food-contact requirements.
Sleeves give you valuable space to print information around the product. Use it to establish your brand, distinguish products, or communicate information that cannot comfortably fit on a small label.
We offer full-colour CMYK printing and Pantone colour options according to the project requirements. Artwork can cover the visible sleeve panels and be positioned around the creases and joining area so the finished print appears correctly once assembled.
You can add product names, logos, descriptions, ingredients, instructions, barcodes, QR codes, promotional messaging, and other relevant content into the artwork.
Printing establishes the design, while finishing can change how the sleeve looks and feels in the hand. Depending on the specification, available options include:
Finishes can be applied selectively to logos, product names, patterns, or other important elements. This allows premium details to support the design without making the entire sleeve unnecessarily elaborate.
Keep the same primary packaging across your product range while using different sleeve artwork for each SKU. Create separate designs for flavours, fragrances, colours, sizes, collections, or seasonal launches without changing the underlying packaging format.
Each sleeve can carry its own artwork while the core packaging remains standard across the range. This gives you greater flexibility while adding or updating product variations.
Custom Box Makers UK provides a complete manufacturing solution for businesses that need packaging sleeves made around their products rather than adapted from standard stock. You can specify the sleeve dimensions, materials, printing, construction, and finish while receiving support with artwork and proofing before production.
Our no minimum order requirement works for both smaller packaging requirements and larger wholesale orders. With every project, you have access to:
Request your free quote today and get custom packaging sleeves made to your exact requirements.
| Box Styles | Available in all box styles |
| Dimensions | Custom Dimensions (LXWXH) |
| Materials | Cardboard, Kraft Paper, Corrugated, and Rigid |
| Add-on Options | Spot UV, Embossing, Debossing, or Hot Stamp Foiling |
| Printing Options | No Printing, Inside, Outside, or Both Sides |
| Finishes | Gloss Lamination, Matte Lamination, Gloss AQ, Gloss UV, or Matte UV, Soft Touch Lamination |
| Proof | 3D Digital Proof |
| Quantities | No Minimum Order Quantity |
| Production | 8 to 10 Business Days |
| Shipping | Standard & Rush |
A durable and lightweight paperboard material. It can have a clay-coated surface on one or both sides for enhanced printability.
A strong and lightweight material with a fluted inner layer for added durability and cushioning. Perfect for shipping and product protection.
A strong, eco-friendly, unbleached kraft paperboard made from wood pulp. It has a natural brown color, making it ideal for sustainable packaging.
A shiny and vibrant finish that enhances color depth and contrast, making designs pop.
A water-based coating that adds a light protective layer and improves durability.
A smooth, non-glossy finish that offers a refined and elegant look. Reduces glare and enhances readability.
A velvety, premium finish that adds a luxurious feel while providing a subtle matte appearance.
A technique that creates raised or recessed designs, adding depth and texture.
A technique that creates raised or recessed designs, adding depth and texture.
A glossy coating applied to specific areas for contrast and visual appeal, enhancing details.
A metallic finish that adds a luxurious shine to logos, text, or designs for a premium look.
Custom packaging sleeves are used to add branding, product information, and visual differentiation to existing boxes, trays, cartons, tubs, jars, and other packaging formats without replacing the primary packaging.
Yes. Sleeves are manufactured to your required dimensions, including width, depth, height, overlap, crease positions, and joining area, to achieve a suitable fit around your existing packaging.
Our material options include paperboard, cardboard, and kraft board in different grades and weights. Recyclable paperboard and kraft options are also available for businesses looking for more sustainable packaging sleeves.
Yes. You can order custom printed packaging sleeves with your logo, colours, product information, barcodes, QR codes, promotional messaging, and other artworks using CMYK or Pantone colours.
Yes. Sleeves can be produced for food trays, takeaway packs, bakery packaging, confectionery, snacks, and other food applications. The appropriate food-grade board and coating can be selected according to the intended use and food-contact requirements.
Available options for finishes include matte or gloss lamination, soft-touch finishes, hot foil stamping, embossing, debossing, or die-cut details.