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Packaging guides, trends, and tips from the Packaging Vista team. — Page 4 of 9

June 20, 2026

Paperboard Weight & Thickness: GSM, Points and Caliper Explained

How thick should your box be? This guide demystifies paperboard weight and thickness — GSM, points, and caliper — and how to pick the right sturdiness for your product without overpaying.

June 20, 2026

Packaging Materials Explained: Cardstock vs. Kraft vs. Corrugated vs. Rigid

Cardstock, kraft, corrugated, or rigid? This guide explains the main packaging materials — what each is, how strong it is, how it prints, and when to use it — so you can pick the right one for your product.

June 20, 2026

Custom Packaging for Beginners: A Simple Start-to-Finish Guide

New to custom packaging? This beginner-friendly guide explains what it is, why it matters, the four decisions you'll make, how a box gets made, and what it costs — with links to dig deeper on each step.

June 20, 2026

Foil Stamping for Packaging: Gold, Silver and Holographic

Foil stamping presses a metallic film onto your box for an unmistakably premium look. This guide covers foil types and colors, how it's applied, when to use it, and how it pairs with embossing.

June 20, 2026

Soft-Touch & Lamination: Matte, Gloss and Velvet Finishes

Lamination sets how your box feels and protects the print. This guide compares gloss, matte, and soft-touch lamination — what each looks and feels like, and which suits your brand.

June 20, 2026

Embossing & Debossing: Adding Texture to Your Box

Embossing and debossing add a tactile, three-dimensional effect to your packaging. This guide explains the difference, when to use each, and how they pair with foil for a high-end finish.

June 20, 2026

Spot UV: How to Make Your Logo Pop

Spot UV is a glossy coating applied to specific areas of a box, creating striking contrast against a matte background. This guide covers how it works, when to use it, and raised spot UV.

June 20, 2026

Custom Box Finishes: Foil, Spot UV, Soft-Touch & Embossing Explained

Finishes are what make a box feel premium. This guide explains the main custom box finishes — lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing, and more — what each looks like, what it costs, and when to use it.

June 20, 2026

How to Reduce Packaging Costs: 7 Practical Ways

Packaging costs add up, but most of them are within your control. This guide covers seven practical ways to cut packaging spend — from right-sizing to material choice — without cheapening your brand.

June 20, 2026

Low-MOQ Packaging: Custom Boxes for Small Businesses

You don't need to order thousands of boxes to get custom packaging. This guide explains low minimum order quantities, why they matter for small brands, and how to launch affordably.

June 20, 2026

Die, Plate & Setup Fees in Packaging — Explained

Setup fees can quietly inflate a packaging quote, especially a first run. This guide explains die, plate, and setup charges — what they are, why printers charge them, and how to avoid them.

June 20, 2026

Wholesale Custom Boxes: Pricing and When to Order in Bulk

Ordering custom boxes wholesale lowers your per-unit cost, but bulk only pays off at the right time. This guide covers how volume pricing works and how to balance savings against cash and storage.