Explosion Boxes are custom-printed die-cut keepsake boxes built from sturdy paperboard, made for gift-givers, event planners, and small brands who want an unboxing that unfolds into walls of photos and messages. Each box ships flat and pops open into a multi-layer surprise you design from the ground up.
Because every panel is a printable surface, you turn blank walls into a personal story - anniversary photos, brand milestones, or a product reveal that holds small gifts in the center. The flat-pack die-cut build means assembly is quick and storage is easy, while full-color printing keeps every layer sharp. A common use-case is a wedding or birthday memory box that doubles as the gift wrap itself.
Materials & Specifications
- Material: SBS white or natural kraft paperboard
- Weight: 300-400gsm paperboard
- Construction: one-piece die-cut, folds flat for shipping
- Printing: full-color CMYK, inside and outside
- FSC option: FSC-certified paper available on request
Best Used For
- Wedding, anniversary, and birthday keepsake gifts
- Brand milestone and VIP reveal kits
- Photo-memory boxes for events and reunions
- Limited-run promotional unboxings
Printing & Finishing
Print every interior and exterior panel in full color, then add upgrades that suit paperboard: matte, gloss, or soft-touch lamination, spot UV for accent panels, foil stamping, and emboss or deboss for a tactile cover.
Why Order from Teal
Teal is a US-based custom packaging manufacturer with free design help and free US shipping. The standard minimum order is 50 units, full-color CMYK is standard, and FSC-certified paper is an option. Choose 7-business-day standard production or a 5-day rush, and order a free sample kit (just $19.99 shipping) that is credited to your first order. Quotes come back within 4 business hours.
FAQ
What's the minimum order quantity? The standard minimum order is 50 units. Specialty rigid styles start at 100 units.
How long is production? Standard production runs 7 business days, with a 5-day rush available.
Can I get a sample? Yes. Order a free sample kit (just $19.99 shipping), and that cost is credited to your first order.
Is the paperboard recyclable? Yes, and FSC-certified paper is available on request.
Request a free quote and we'll get back to you within 4 business hours.
How to Order Explosion Boxes
Ordering custom explosion boxes is simple:
- Submit a quote request with your dimensions, quantity, and design references
- Receive quote guidance within one business day
- Send your artwork or work with our design team (free dieline + 2 revision rounds)
- Approve the digital proof and production begins
- Standard production takes 7 business days after proof approval; complex or high-volume orders may require 10-14 business days
