What Is The Difference Between Cardboard and Corrugated?
So what exactly is the difference between cardboard and corrugated boxes? When looking for your company's new shipping options, you need to know what kind of packaging you’re actually getting. When your product arrives at it's destination, it needs to be in perfect condition - it is, after all, representing your brand and your company.
What Is A Cardboard Box Made Of?
Essentially, cardboard is a thick paper stock. Cardboard is used in the likes of greeting cards and cereal boxes. Cardboard has excellent print qualities and is often used in promotional material.
Why Choose Cardboard Boxes
- Cardboard's smooth surface is perfect for reproducing intricate printed images.
- Cardboard makes a fantastic smaller box, due to its thin nature it can fold together perfectly.
- It is strong enough for light use, with excellent sales and branding opportunities.
If you're looking for a box with a beautiful finish for your branding, choose one of our cardboard boxes.
What is A Corrugated Box Made Of?
Corrugated material is created from three to five layers: an inside liner, an outside liner, and fluting which runs in between. It is the middle fluting section that provides most of it's strength. Corrugated packaging is used in delivery boxes and hard-wearing retail displays. Think shipping boxes, pizza boxes and moving house kits.
Why Choose Corrugated Boxes
- They are strong and durable
- They are easily printed on/branded
- They can come in a wide variety of sizes
- They are widely recycled
Examples of Corrugated Boards
Corrugated has various strengths and thicknesses. Our most popular options are singlewall 3mm thick and doublewall 7mm thick. We also stock 1.2mm E flute, 4mm C flute and 4.2 mm microdoublewall EB flute. Most short run orders are plain but can accept a very good print if needed.