What a engagement ring box has to do
The slot has to hold the shank and the lid has to clear the setting. Setting height is the measurement most briefs leave out.
The moment it is opened
It is opened once, in front of someone, and often on camera. That is a different brief from a counter box.
The mistake we correct most often
Briefs give the ring size and leave out the setting height. A slot cut to the shank alone means the lid closes on the stone. We work from the height of the setting, not the size of the finger.
Lacquered wood on a engagement ring box, specifically
A lacquered shell has no give at all, so the whole of the fit is in the insert rather than in the box. The slot is cut in a padded insert that drops into the shell, and the setting height has to clear the lid of a rigid lid rather than a flexible one.
What varies between versions
A single slot or a slot with a hidden compartment for a second band; a lid that stands open at ninety degrees for a photograph or one that falls shut. Both decisions are made before the die is cut.
Why lacquered wood for this
A wood carcass built up in layers of lacquer and polished back to a piano finish. This is the heaviest and most formal thing we make.
Putting your logo on lacquered wood
Lacquer is engraved, or carries an inlaid metal plate. Foil does not bond reliably to a polished lacquer surface.
Cutting the interior in lacquered wood
The interior is a separate lined tray dropped into the carcass, so the lining material is chosen independently of the shell.
Dust with a dry microfibre cloth. Polish only with a product made for lacquer.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Engagement ring dimensions | Sets the interior |
| Exterior and lining colour | Matched to a reference or swatch |
| Logo artwork | Vector gives the cleanest die or screen |
| Quantity in mind | Shapes what we propose |
| Lacquered wood for this piece | A lacquered shell has no give at all, so the whole of the fit is in the insert rather than in the box. |
Frequently asked questions
Is lacquered wood a good choice for a engagement ring box?
A lacquered shell has no give at all, so the whole of the fit is in the insert rather than in the box. The slot is cut in a padded insert that drops into the shell, and the setting height has to clear the lid of a rigid lid rather than a flexible one.
How does lacquered wood behave in use?
Dust with a dry microfibre cloth. Polish only with a product made for lacquer.
What logo methods suit lacquered wood?
Lacquer is engraved, or carries an inlaid metal plate. Foil does not bond reliably to a polished lacquer surface.
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 engagement ring boxes
Tell us the engagement ring, your brand and the quantity you have in mind. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.