What this construction is
A drawer box is a sleeve with a tray that pulls out of it. Opening it is a two-handed, deliberate movement, which slows the moment down — that is the reason brands choose it rather than any practical advantage.
Rigid board on this construction, specifically
A board drawer is light, and light drawers rattle. A slight interference fit on the runners or a fabric strip along them is what turns a cheap-feeling drawer into one that closes properly.
Getting the fit right
The runner clearance decides whether it feels expensive or cheap. Too tight and the drawer sticks; too loose and it rattles and falls out when the sleeve is tipped. A pull tab or a thumb notch is part of the design, not an afterthought.
The mistake to avoid
A drawer with no stop will come all the way out in a customer's hand. A stop is a small detail that has to be designed in, and it is the most common thing missing from a first drawing.
Where it is used
Gifting and premium retail, particularly where the brand wants an unboxing that takes a few seconds longer. It suits flat pieces better than tall ones.
Why rigid board
Board wrapped in paper or textured stock. The lightest and most shippable of the constructions, and the one that gives the widest colour and texture range.
Putting your logo on rigid board
Board is the best surface of all for print. Foil, deboss, spot varnish and flat colour all work, and fine typography holds.
Cutting the interior in rigid board
A board box is built around its insert; the insert is usually a die-cut foam or board platform wrapped in the lining material.
Keep dry. Board recovers from a light knock better than lacquer, but a wet mark is permanent.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Piece dimensions | Sets the interior |
| Rigid board colour | Matched to a Pantone reference or a swatch |
| Logo artwork | Vector gives the cleanest die or screen |
| Rigid board on this construction | A board drawer is light, and light drawers rattle. |
Frequently asked questions
Is rigid board a good choice for a drawer box?
A board drawer is light, and light drawers rattle. A slight interference fit on the runners or a fabric strip along them is what turns a cheap-feeling drawer into one that closes properly.
How does rigid board wear on this construction?
Keep dry. Board recovers from a light knock better than lacquer, but a wet mark is permanent.
Can it be made in our colour?
Yes — the rigid board is matched to a Pantone reference or a physical swatch, and confirmed on a sample.
What logo methods suit rigid board?
Board is the best surface of all for print. Foil, deboss, spot varnish and flat colour all work, and fine typography holds.
Can I see it before ordering?
Yes. A physical pre-production sample is made to your specification and the bulk run is held to the sample you approve.
Make your drawer boxes
Tell us the piece, your brand and the quantity you have in mind. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.