A custom tissue box is a printed paperboard carton with an oval opening, often fitted with a poly film slit, that holds a stack of facial tissue and dispenses one sheet at a time. TBPB makes them to your tissue stack size with no minimum order, and we beat any written quote you bring for the same specs.
The opening decides whether it works
People forgive plain print before they forgive a tissue box that jams. The oval opening and the slit in the film have to release one tissue and leave the next one standing proud, ready to pull. If the oval is too wide, tissues fall out in a bunch. Too narrow and they rip. The usual fix is a snug film slit, set a little off-centre to the stack, and an opening sized to the folded tissue, not the box.
The size and fold of your tissue matter here. Interfolded tissue behaves differently from popped-up tissue, so tell us what you are filling the box with.
Sizing the carton
Measure the finished tissue stack, not the tissue sheet: its length, width and height. A box that grips the stack too tightly makes filling slow, and a loose one lets the stack tilt and hide the first pull. Aim for roughly 1/8 inch of clearance per side, and set the oval where the stack’s top edge will sit. Cube boxes and flat rectangular boxes hold different counts, so decide how long a stack you want to sell before picking dimensions.
A tissue box that sits on a desk or counter for weeks gets seen every day, which is why branding ideas like office logos, hotel patterns or seasonal artwork pay off here.
Board, print and finish
Folding carton board in the 16 to 20 pt range is common for tissue boxes, since the carton needs to hold its shape but stay light for shipping. CMYK covers photography and patterns, Pantone matching keeps a brand colour steady from run to run, and aqueous coating adds scuff resistance for boxes that are handled often. Soft-touch or spot UV on a hotel or clinic box looks smart on a bedside table, though it adds production steps.
If the tissue is for medical or hygiene use, regulatory text and claims are your responsibility. Check with your own regulatory adviser. TBPB prints the artwork you supply.
Think about who fills the box. A tissue brand with filling equipment needs flat-folded cartons that run through a machine, while a hotel buying a few hundred boxes may load them by hand and care more about an easy-open flap. Both are workable, but the glue seam and the bottom lock are different, so say how the cartons will be packed. It also helps to mention how the cases ship, since cube boxes pack tight and rectangular ones stack in rows.
- Shapes: cube, rectangular and slim pocket formats
- Opening: oval die-cut with optional poly film slit
- Board: folding carton paperboard, white or kraft
- Print: CMYK or Pantone, with matte or gloss coating
Related boxes for hygiene and promotional sets
Hospitality and clinic customers often pair tissue with hand sanitizer boxes for matching sets. A tissue box also works as a giveaway, and promotion packaging shows other formats for branded handouts. For small or pocket-pack tissue, a tuck top box may be simpler. Browse the whole custom retail packaging range for more.
Send the tissue stack dimensions, the count and your quantity, even if it is one box. We draw the dieline and quote it.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a minimum order for custom tissue boxes?
No. There is no minimum order. You can order a single carton to test the dispensing, or order a full production run. Each is printed to the dimensions and artwork you send.
How do I size a tissue box?
Measure the length, width and height of your finished tissue stack, then allow about 1/8 inch per side. Set the oval opening to line up with the top of the stack. Send the numbers and we draw the dieline.
Do tissue boxes need a plastic film in the opening?
A poly film slit helps release one tissue at a time and keeps the next one standing. Some boxes work with an open oval alone, especially with interfolded tissue. Tell us your tissue type and we advise.
What board is used for tissue boxes?
Folding carton paperboard around 16 to 20 pt is common. It holds the shape of the box but stays light for shipping. We can recommend a weight once we know the stack size and fill.
Can I print my company logo on tissue boxes?
Yes. Logos, patterns and full-colour artwork all print well on white board, and kraft suits simple one-colour designs. Send your file and we check how it sits around the oval opening.
How do I get a quote?
Send the stack dimensions and quantity. We draw the dieline and quote it, and TBPB beats any written quote for the same specs.
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