Green Certifications: FSC vs GRS vs Degradable
What about FSC? FSC (Forest Stewardship Council): Certifies that the paper comes from legal sources (sustainable forests); often required by
Hang Tags: Card vs Metal vs Woven
What about metal? Metal (brass, aluminium): rich in texture, can be engraved, and offers good depth of colour; suitable for
Box Fillers: Shred vs Grass vs Bubble
What about paper strands? Paper strands (Raffia strands): natural, textured and available in a range of colours; ideal for creating
Box Closures: Tuck vs Latch vs Snap
Fastening mechanisms: Sliding latches for stability, buckle fastenings for a three-dimensional look, and push-button fastenings for speed — if you’ve
Box Paper: Art vs Whiteback vs Kraft
Grammage and lamination? Grammage: white card 300–400 g (box body), art paper 128–250 g (printing layer); lamination: art paper +
Display Trays: Acrylic vs Card vs Blister
What about paper cards? Paper cards (greyboard + printing): inexpensive, customisable, environmentally friendly, and suitable for ‘bulk displays’—cosmetics, food, and


