Cardboard Drawer Boxes

Cardboard drawer boxes are sliding-style boxes made with an outer sleeve and an inner tray that pulls out like a drawer. They’re designed to keep products secure while offering a smooth, premium unboxing experience. These boxes are ideal when you want packaging that feels more like a keepsake than a standard carton.

A cardboard drawer box opens by sliding the inner tray out from one side of the sleeve. Most designs have a closed end on one side and an open side on the other, so the tray only slides in one direction. Often, a small ribbon pull or die-cut finger notch is added to the front of the drawer to make opening the box easy and elegant.

Custom cardboard drawer boxes work well for:

• Jewelry and watches
• Cosmetics and skincare sets
• Small electronics and accessories
• Apparel, scarves, and lingerie
• Gift sets, corporate giveaways, and promotional kits

If the product is premium, giftable, or benefits from a “reveal” moment, a drawer box is usually a great fit.

Drawer boxes are typically made from high-quality paperboard or rigid cardboard to keep the structure strong and the slide action smooth. You can choose:

• Sturdy cardboard for everyday retail and gift packaging
• Rigid board for high-end, luxury drawer packaging
• Kraft or other eco-conscious options for natural-looking, sustainable designs

The material can be matched to your brand, product weight, and price point.

Yes. Cardboard drawer boxes are built to be sturdy and supportive. The combination of a rigid sleeve and reinforced inner tray helps protect delicate or higher-value products. For extra security, you can add custom inserts (foam, paperboard, or molded pulp) to keep items from shifting during handling and shipping.

Absolutely. Custom cardboard drawer boxes can be sized to fit individual items, product sets, or entire collections. You’re not limited to standard sizes—the length, width, and depth of the sleeve and tray can all be tailored to your exact product dimensions for a snug, secure fit.

You can fully brand your drawer boxes with:

• Full-color printing on the sleeve, tray, or both
• Logo placement on the front, side, or inner panels
• Custom patterns, gradients, or illustration-based designs
• Printed messaging on the inside of the drawer for an added surprise

This turns your packaging into a key part of your overall brand experience.

To give your cardboard drawer boxes a luxury look and feel, you can add:

• Matte, gloss, or soft-touch lamination
• Foil stamping for metallic logos or accents
• Embossing or debossing to create raised or recessed details
• Spot UV to highlight specific elements like brand names or icons

These finishes help your packaging stand out and support higher perceived value.

Yes. Inserts are one of the best features of drawer boxes. You can add:

• Foam inserts cut to the shape of your product
• Paperboard or cardboard dividers to separate multiple items
• Molded pulp or custom trays for eco-friendly structure

Inserts keep everything organized and protect products from moving around inside the drawer.

They can. You can incorporate:

• Clear PVC windows on the sleeve to show the product inside
• Die-cut windows with your logo or a custom shape
• Combination window-and-print designs for standout displays

Windows are especially effective for retail packaging where customers want to see the product before purchasing.

• Used as inner presentation boxes inside a shipping carton, or
• Designed robustly enough to act as both presentation and shipping packaging when paired with appropriate outer protection

If you plan to ship directly in the drawer box, we’ll ensure the structure and materials are chosen to handle transit.

They can be made with recyclable, paper-based materials and designed with sustainability in mind. Kraft options, minimal plastic use, and smart structural choices all help create eco-friendly drawer packaging that still feels premium and gift-worthy.

You can enhance your custom drawer boxes with:

• Ribbon pulls in custom colors and materials
• Magnetic closures combined with the sleeve structure
• Foil-edged drawers or printed inner walls
• Custom die-cut shapes on the sleeve front

These details turn a simple box into a memorable, reusable keepsake.

Drawer boxes can be produced in different ways depending on the structure and material:

• Many rigid drawer boxes are delivered pre-assembled for a perfect, ready-to-use finish.
• Some folding drawer-style cartons can ship flat and are quickly assembled before packing.
• We can recommend the best option based on your storage space, fulfillment setup, and budget.

Yes—drawer boxes are one of the most popular choices for premium and giftable products. The sliding motion feels more refined than a standard lid, and the box itself often becomes something customers keep and reuse, which keeps your brand in front of them longer.

Custom drawer boxes work well for both. Small businesses and boutique brands use them to:

• Elevate their product presentation
• Compete visually with larger brands
• Justify premium pricing through high-end packaging
• You can start with reasonable quantities and scale up as your demand grows.

Most brands include a mix of:

• Brand name and logo on the sleeve
• Product name and key details on the front or back
• Short descriptions, care instructions, or usage notes
• Website, social handles, or QR codes for continued engagement
• You can keep the outside cleaner and add more detailed information on the back panel or inside the drawer.

To get started, it helps to know:

• What product(s) you’ll be packing and their exact dimensions
• Whether you want a standard or luxury drawer-style structure
• Any branding elements you want to feature (logo, colors, artwork)
• Your preferred finishes and special features (ribbons, windows, magnets, inserts)
• The approximate quantity you’re planning to order

With those details, your drawer box packaging can be tailored to protect your products, reflect your brand, and deliver a premium unboxing experience from the very first order.