Custom Two Piece Rigid Boxes
Ask any luxury brand what packaging they use and chances are good they will say a two piece rigid box. It is that lid and base setup you see with iPhone, perfume, watches and high end skincare. Here at ZEE Packaging we make them everyday and we love talking about them.
So What Exactly Is It?
A two piece rigid box is made from chipboard or greyboard wrapped in printed paper. No folding, no assembly. The lid slide over the base with that slow satisfying pull that people actually record for unboxing videos.
- Also called a setup box, telescope box or lid and base box
- Built from 36pt or 48pt greyboard so it never collapse
- Wrapped in art paper, specialty paper, linen or leatherette
- Holds shape far better then any folding carton could
Where Our Customers Use Them
- Jewelry and watch brands who need a two piece rigid box that feel heavy in hand
- Cosmetic and skincare line, especially serum and cream set
- Electronics and gadget packaging with foam insert
- Whiskey, wine and chocolate gift box
- Apparel brand doing limited edition drop
- Corporate gifting where a rigid box carry the brand name
Sizes We Run Most
We cut every two piece rigid box to your dimension, but these come up again and again:
- 4" x 4" x 2" for jewelry and small item
- 6" x 6" x 2" for candle and soap set
- 8" x 6" x 3" for cosmetic kit
- 10" x 8" x 3" for apparel and gift set
- 12" x 9" x 4" for larger hamper style two piece rigid box
Wrapping, Printing & That Premium Feel
This is where a two piece rigid box really earn its price tag.
- Papers: art paper, uncoated textured stock, linen finish, soft touch
- Printing: offset and digital in CMYK plus Pantone matching
- Foil stamping: gold, silver, rose gold, holographic
- Emboss and deboss for logo you can feel with your finger
- Spot UV over matte lamination for that contrast effect
- Magnetic closure or ribbon pull if you want to upgrade the two piece rigid box
What Goes Inside
A bare two piece rigid box is only half the job. We also do:
- EVA foam insert cut to your product shape
- Cardboard platform and paperboard tray
- Velvet or satin lined insert for jewelry
- Fabric ribbon pull tab so the lid lift easy
- Printed tissue and belly band
Greener Choices, Honestly Made
- Recycled greyboard core in every two piece rigid box we produce
- FSC certified wrap paper with certificate on request
- Soy and water based inks as standard
- Paper based insert instead of plastic tray
- Skip the lamination completely if you want a fully recyclable two piece rigid box
Working With Us, Step by Step
- Tell us your product, size and rough budget
- We send a dieline plus 3D mockup, free of charge
- You approve artwork, we make physical sample if you want one
- Production run start, quality team check every two piece rigid box
- Free shipping worldwide, tracking number send to your inbox
Honestly the hardest part for most client is picking the paper. Everything else we handle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these ship flat or assembled?
Assembled, they cannot fold. That is why shipping cost slightly more than folding carton, but we cover it anyway.
Can I get a magnetic lid instead?
Yes, though that become a magnetic closure box technically. Many client still call it a two piece rigid box, we know what you mean.
What is the price of a two-piece rigid box?
Depends on size, wrap and quantity. Rough range sit around $1.80 to $4.50 per unit at moderate volume, all inclusive with shipping. For real number get a quote from our team.
What is the minimum order?
100 unit. Small brand test their design first, then scale up later.
How long does production take?
Urgent is 5 to 8 business day. Standard run 20 to 30 business day and cost less.
Will my logo foil stamp on textured paper?
It will, though very deep texture soften the foil edge a little. We flag it if we see a problem.
Can you match a competitor box I already have?
Send us one. Our team measure it, match the board weight and rebuild it with your branding.
