Two Piece Boxes
Lid-and-base boxes in paperboard or rigid board for apparel, gifts and presentation.
- Lift-off lid and base
- Paperboard or rigid board
- Shallow or full-depth lids
In short
Custom two piece boxes are boxes made of a separate base and a lift-off lid, in folding paperboard or rigid board, used for apparel, gifts, games and product presentation. Box Sense makes them from 10 boxes, with production in 8–12 business days after proof approval. Shipping is free to any address in the USA.
About our two piece boxes
The two piece box is the classic gift box: lift the lid and the product is presented. In paperboard it is an economical apparel or gift box that ships flat; in rigid board it becomes the heavy, slow-opening box used for phones, chocolates and board games.
We make both versions to your size, with full or partial-depth lids, printed or wrapped in your design, from 10 boxes.
Two piece styles
Choosing the board
| Board | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SBS paperboard, 18 to 24 pt | Apparel and light gift boxes | Ships flat, folds up quickly |
| Rigid greyboard with wrap | Premium and gift versions | Heavy, solid feel |
| Specialty wrap papers | Luxury finishes | Linen, colored and metallic papers |
What affects the price of two piece boxes
Every box is made to order, so each order is quoted individually. These are the things that move the price most, in order:
- Paperboard or rigid. Rigid two piece boxes cost several times more than folding ones because they are wrapped by hand.
- Lid depth. A full-depth (telescoping) lid uses more material than a shallow lid.
- Inserts and finishes. Inserts, foil and soft-touch add to the price.
- Quantity. The unit price falls as quantity rises.
Send your size, quantity and artwork through the quick quote form for a firm price within 24 hours.
Lid fit and the slow reveal
On a rigid two piece box, the gap between lid and base controls how the lid comes off. A snug fit lets air escape slowly, so the base slides out with the gentle resistance people associate with premium products. We tune that fit on your sample.
Choosing lid depth
- Shallow lids are economical and show the base
- Full-depth lids hide the base and feel more substantial
- Add thumb notches so the lid lifts easily
- Print or wrap the base in a contrasting color for effect
How ordering works
- Send your specs. Product size, quantity and artwork (or just a logo). A packaging specialist replies with a firm quote within 24 hours.
- Approve the proof. We send a dieline and a 3D proof so you can see the box before it is made.
- Production. 8–12 business days in our own facility, or 5 days on rush.
- Delivery. Boxes ship flat to you anywhere in the USA, free of charge.
Frequently asked questions
What is a two piece box?+
A box with a separate base and a lift-off lid.
Do two piece boxes ship flat?+
Paperboard versions do. Rigid versions ship assembled unless you choose a collapsible style.
Can the lid and base be different colors?+
Yes. Contrasting lid and base colors are a popular look.
What is the minimum order?+
10 boxes.
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Let's build your two piece boxes.
Tell us what you are packing. You will have a quote, a free dieline and a sample plan within 24 hours.