Custom Window Boxes
Show the product through a crystal-clear or compostable window without sacrificing print area.
- Die-cut window in any shape
- PET or compostable PLA film
- Full-color print around the window
In short
Custom window boxes are printed cartons with a die-cut window, usually covered with clear film, that lets customers see the product without opening the box. Box Sense cuts windows in any shape and size, from 10 boxes, with production in 8–12 business days after proof approval. Shipping is free to any address in the USA.
About our window boxes
A window turns the product into part of the packaging. Shoppers can see the color of a candle, the texture of a cookie or the shape of a toy before they buy, which builds trust and cuts down on opened boxes. The trick is placing the window so it shows the best part of the product while leaving enough printed area for your brand and information.
We cut windows in any shape, from simple rectangles to logo shapes, on tuck, auto-lock and gable boxes, and print your design around them. Orders start at 10 boxes.
Window box styles
Choosing the board
| Board | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SBS paperboard, 14 to 24 pt | Retail and toy window boxes | Bright print around the window |
| Kraft paperboard | Bakery and natural products | Organic look; food-grade options |
| Clear PET film | Most windows | Crystal clear and durable |
| Compostable PLA film | Eco-positioned brands | Plant-based film, industrially compostable |
What affects the price of window boxes
Every box is made to order, so each order is quoted individually. These are the things that move the price most, in order:
- Film. A filmed window adds a patching step; compostable PLA film costs a little more than PET, and an open cut-out with no film costs least.
- Window size and shape. Very large or complex window shapes need more film and careful die-cutting.
- Box style. Gable and auto-lock window boxes cost more than simple tuck end boxes.
- Print and finish. Full color, foil and lamination around the window add to the price.
- Quantity. The unit price falls steeply as quantity rises.
Send your size, quantity and artwork through the quick quote form for a firm price within 24 hours.
Placing the window
- Show the most attractive part of the product, not the whole thing
- Keep at least one solid panel for your logo, claims and barcode
- Leave enough board around the window for the box to stay strong
- Line the window up with the insert so the product sits right behind it
- Consider an open window with no film for products that need to breathe
PET or PLA film?
PET film is the clearest and toughest, and it is the standard for most retail window boxes. PLA is a plant-based film that is compostable in industrial composting facilities, which suits food and eco brands. If the box should go straight into paper recycling, an open window with no film is the simplest option.
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
Can you cut the window in any shape?+
Yes. Windows can be any shape, from rectangles and circles to your logo, as long as enough board remains around them for strength.
Is the window film food-safe?+
We use film suitable for food packaging on bakery and food window boxes. Tell us what the box will hold and we confirm the film with your quote.
Can I have a window without film?+
Yes. An open cut-out window keeps the box plastic-free and lets products like soap breathe.
What is the minimum order for window boxes?+
10 boxes.
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