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What Are Burger Boxes Made Of?

Burger boxes are of Kraft paper or recycled board and are thick and weighty. These are food safe, grease resistant, and sturdy. The ever-popular custom burger box, with its natural brown appearance, has excellent environmental credentials.

The cardboard is strong but light, holds that glorious burger shape you’re trying to maintain, retains heat or absorbs it if you make a little too much and repels moisture you don’t want your burger to be moist anymore.

Where Can You Use Cardboard Burger Boxes?

Takeout and Delivery

Burger boxes are standard for delivery and takeout for most restaurants. The cardboard construction maintains the hulking burger’s integrity and temperature. Not to mention, our custom printed cardboard burger boxes pack a lasting punch for your customers. It prevents squished buns and soggy fries while maintaining all that pretty presentation.

Events and Pop-Ups

Gable burger boxes with handles are perfect for festivals, street food and food trucks. They are easy to tote, hard to miss, and ensure that your burgers travel well, both in reality and aesthetics. The box will be remembered for much longer than the burger will.

Dine-In Packaging

Dine-in restaurants are selling burgers in a box now, for crying out loud. A fully branded brown burger box neatly wrapped in brown adds a premium feel, protects against hygiene, and advances service. It is neat, clean, and on-brand.

What Types of Burger Boxes are Available?

Kraft Burger Box

Kraft burger boxes are constructed of natural brown Kraft board. They are simple, strong and have become an emblem of sustainability. Customers pay attention when you package your burger in a Kraft box. It says you care what the planet looks like on the surface and under the crust. It is perfect for environmentally-focused and rustic brands.

Gable Burger Box

It includes a top handle, which is great for carrying your dinner to work. Gable burger boxes are fantastic conversation starters. They work, and they have quite a unique design as well. They are appealing and practical, pocket-size packaging with personality.

Custom Printed Flat Boxes

The classic choice. These white cardboard burger boxes in print come in all sizes and flat pack form. They are the most versatile in terms of printing and are ideal for bulk orders. They are great for multiple stores/franchises and busy fast-food stores.

Are There Sustainable Cardboard Burger Boxes?

Absolutely. Types of Cardboard Custom Burger Boxes Plus Printers are Eco-Friendly. We at Plus Printers provide eco-friendly burger boxes by using recyclable material. We also source soy-based inks and biodegradable coatings to ensure your boxes are 100% environmentally friendly from the get-go.

If you are after a green solution, then our Kraft paper burger boxes are for you, or perhaps you would prefer our brown burger boxes. They are easy on the planet, easy on the eye and good for business.

Customers care about sustainability. Show them you do by making a statement even with your packaging.

What Food Packaging Is Most Suitable To A Hamburger?

The best packaging material for the hamburger is a heavy-duty paperboard burger box. It keeps the burger hot, holds its shape and keeps it from getting soggy. Choices in Kraft or gable burger boxes are durable, eco-friendly, and with good printability, perfect for takeout and delivery.

What are the Sizes of Cardboard Burger Boxes?

Burger boxes are available in several sizes to hold anything from sliders to double-deckers. Here's a quick breakdown:

 

Size (inches) Ideal Use Popular Styles
5 x 5 x 2 Regular burgers Kraft, Brown, Flat
7 x 7 x 3 Double or loaded burgers Gable, Kraft
8 x 8 x 3.5 Oversized/specialty burgers Custom, Printed, Gable

 

Want something different? No problem. We can even do custom sizes for one-off menu items or creative packaging ideas.

How Can You Personalize Burger Boxes for Your Business?

We know that personalization is what turns your packaging into something special. When you work with Plus Printers, you can customize every part of your cardboard burger boxes to match your branding.

Choose from:

  • Full-color custom prints
  • Special finishes
  • Embossing/Debossing
  • Die-cut windows
  • Unique shapes
  • Inside printing for a surprise within

If you need a brown minimalist burger box or a creative small burger box, we can help achieve it. Every burger should have a box that tells your story.

What Are Some Helpful Tips to Choose the Right Burger Boxes?

The right burger boxes can have a significant impact on how your food is displayed, protected, and promoted. And in this guide, I’m going to give you some practical advice on choosing the best packaging for your burgers:

Consider the Size and Shape

You want the box to be the perfect size for your burger. Too large and the burger can skate around inside it, too small and the box will crush the contents. Before you order, measure your burger’s diameter and height.

Pick the Right Material

Cardboard is the most common and is popular for good reasons: It is sturdy yet lightweight and easy on the environment. If you are in favour of a natural look, then select the Kraft burger box or a brown burger box. They’re also good options for sustainability.

Think About Style and Functionality

If your customers regularly grab food to go, consider opting for a hamburger box that has a handle of its own. Flat boxes can be stacked very quickly and stored. Besides, identify coatings that are grease-proof and water-resistant to maintain your packaging strong and neat.

Check Printing and Customization Options

Your packaging is a branding opportunity. Choose a supplier able to offer colorful processes of printing and finishing varnishes, such as matt or gloss, to present your design to its advantage.

Green Features

For brands that appreciate sustainability, either biodegradable or recyclable materials should be selected, and inks and coatings are supposed to be eco-friendly.

Selecting the best burger box is an element that will add to the customer experience as well as creating brand identity, make the right choice!

What Are The Benefits of Cardboard Burger Boxes?

Keeps Burgers Safe and Fresh

The boxes are heat huggers, moisture fighters, squish resisters. Burgers show up in beautiful condition every time. And no more cold, soggy messes, hot meals out of the bag and in minutes.

Boosts Brand Recall

A cardboard box can shout louder than your ad. The right design attracts eyes and stays in the mind. Customers remember logos, colors, and playful graphics, and they share them.

Saves You Money in Bulk

You will find cost-effective solutions with our wholesale burger boxes and cardboard packaging. We offer competitive pricing. You receive high-quality and complete customization without breaking the budget for your packaging. It is great for restaurants, big and small, franchises and pop-ups- all with high demand.

Eco-Friendly Options Available

By offering Clamshell burger boxes, or even recycled options, you can indicate to customers you care about the earth. Today, that matters more than ever. Let your values show with clever packaging decisions.

What Coating Options Are Available for Burger Boxes?

We have a few finishes for more strength and a better appearance:

  • Gloss Coating: Gives your print a subtle shine with bright colors.
  • Matte: Smooth and soft, having a dull look, is idealized in a luxury look.
  • UV Coating: Adds depth to the picture, adds color and helps to prevent scratches on the picture.
  • Soft-Touch Coating: This coating not only feels like silk and prevents the hood from unscrewing, but it also adds luxury.
  • Satin Coating: The midway stop between gloss and matte.
  • Water Coating: Water-based, eco-friendly & 100% safe for food packaging.
  • Varnish: Thin protective portion with low gloss.

All the options serve up a very different tactile and visual feel. Select the one that is most suitable towards your brand.

What Printing Techniques Are Used For Cardboard Burger Boxes?

Digital Printing

Digital printing is quick, accurate, and great for small batches or seasonal promos. It is useful for bold colors and detailed designs. This technique is ideal for short-run campaigns or personalized branding.

Offset Printing

It is best for large runs. Offset printing provides clean, high-resolution prints that are color-consistent across thousands of boxes. This is a process that delivers consistently sharp results.

Screen Printing

Use it for flat graphics and bold statements. This print looks great on Kraft / brown burger boxes for a rustic /modern look. It is ideal for brands that desire striking visuals with high contrast.

Which are the Best Color Options for Cardboard Burger Boxes?

Four Colors Model

It  is ideal for full-color designs. Print everything from bold graphics to subtle gradients with CMYK. This color model is perfect for printed burger boxes with the customer's logo.

PMS (Pantone Matching System)

Use this if you would like to use exact brand colors. PMS guarantees that your blue is your blue, no deviation. It is excellent for a brand with strong visual standards.

Flexography

This method employs flexible plates and quick-drying inks. It is for poorly printed Kraft or Brown burger boxes in very large quantities. It is durable and Low-cost for high volume jobbers.

Get Prototypes From Us Before Production

Samples become a critical part of ensuring your burger boxes wholesale look exactly how you want them, before mass production is started. At Plus Printers, we offer 3 dominant sampling methods to make your decision as foolproof as possible: 2D Flat View, 3D Mockup, and Physical sample.

2D Flat View Samples

These are digital files that are a flat layout of your box design. You will see a perfect view of how your graphics, logos, and text will be represented on each panel of the box. This allows you to test colors, placement, and general design without actually waiting for a physical prototype.

3D Mockup Samples

It gives you a virtual preview of your 3d burger packaging boxes in 3D view. It allows you to see the final product realistically as it will appear folded and turned out. Especially useful for elaborate designs like gable burger boxes or custom shaped packaging.

Physical Samples

Physical samples are actual boxes printed for you to hold, feel, and test drive. They represent the actual material finish, coating quality, durability and vibrancy of your print. Seeing physical samples before you order a large quantity makes certain the boxes can protect your burgers and that they properly represent your brand, the way you intended.

By utilizing these sample choices, errors are minimized, leading to precision in design choices and satisfaction with your bespoke cardboard burger boxes.

How to Order Your Personalized Cardboard Burger Boxes?

It is easy, fast and convenient to order at Plus Printers. We’ve simplified it to four easy steps to help you concentrate more on your business and leave your packaging needs up to us.

Step 1: Submit Your Requirements

Let us know your box type (gable, Kraft, standard) size, quantity, and what you would like on your custom design.

Step 2: Free Quote & Mockup

We will quote price with a fast indication and a complimentary digital mock-up of your custom printed cardboard chip.

Step 3: Approve and Print

When you approve of the design, we then start printing the way that is most efficient for your order, white glove, digital, offset, or screen print.

Step 4: Fast Delivery Across the USA

Your custom printed burger boxes ship straight to your door on time!

Are You Ready to Order Your Personalized Cardboard Burger Boxes?

Don’t let those perfectly formed, generously portioned burgers leave your house in boring boxes. Our specialty printing comes with all on-demand boxes, no minimum order required. At Plus Printers, we help bring your customized burger box cardboard to life!

We are presenting special discounted rates for bulk quantities of our burger boxes right now, and this is a great solution if you are looking to launch new products, celebrate a big marketing push or even open a new location! From Kraft burger boxes to gable burger boxes, we have it all.

Get in touch today. Let's make your packaging the one that stands out.

Why Plus Printers?

We are not just a packaging company. We are a brand partner. When you buy at Plus Printers, you get:

  • USA-based production and fast shipping
  • Full customization on every order
  • Sustainable materials and eco options
  • High-quality printing and finishing
  • Support from concept to delivery

We are here to make your cardboard burger box order easy, fast and simple. Whether you require 500 boxes or 50,000, we are prepared.

Get in touch with us now! 

Email: info@plusprinters.com 

Phone: +1-917-310-3156.

  • No Hidden Fees
    We have no hidden fees or surprise charges at all. You get exactly what you are ordering with transparent pricing every time.
  • Fast Prototyping
    Fast prototyping allows you to review & approve your packaging design, and you can request any modifications before full production.
  • Free Samples or Mock-ups
    Free samples and mock-ups of the exact style, design, and size of your packaging. So, you need to check them before finalising the order with us.
  • Budget Friendly Pricing
    Get high-quality packaging solutions at competitive rates that deliver value, durability, & customization without exceeding your budget limits.
Cardboard Burger Box
  • Easy Ordering Process
    Enjoy our hassle-free ordering method. You just have to submit the order form, define your requirements, and place the packaging order within minutes.
  • Premium Quality Guarantee
    You will be satisfied with our services. We use strong materials to keep your packaging safe and professional every single time you order.
  • Bulk Order Management
    Handling, planning, and quality control of your bulk orders are carefully coordinated during the whole production process.
  • Order Tracking And Updates
    We keep you updated during the production process. So, you have an idea of how your packaging order is progressing.
Request a Quote
Step 1: Request a Quote

You just need to contact us and tell us exactly what you want for your packaging. Share the required sizes, quantity, material, or finishings. We quickly design a custom quote for you, based on your needs, without any delays & confusion.

Submit Your Artwork
Step 2: Submit Your Artwork

When you are ready with your final design files, send them over. Must check that your files match our request needs(as outlined above). In case you need a suggestion, our design team can offer free help on your printed artwork and design setup.

Receive Your Digital Proof
Step 3: Receive Your Digital Proof

You will receive a digital mock-up of your boxes for check. When you have approved the design, we will begin production. The digital proof will display all design features, including any additions or removals needed before approval.

Approve the Proof
Step 4: Approve the Proof

Once you’re satisfied with the design of the digital print, just approve the proof. After your confirmation, we move your project into production, making sure everything is done just as you desire. We proceed exactly as you approve.

Production Stage
Step 5: Production Stage

After your approval, your order goes into production immediately. From that point onward, we guarantee a smooth & timely completion of your packaging. Our team closely observes each stage of the process to keep quality or consistency without delays.

Packaging and Shipping
Step 6: Packaging and Shipping

When the production process is done, we ship custom packaging boxes to the customer’s doorstep. You’ll also get your tracking information so you can stay updated until delivery.

To ensure optimal customer satisfaction, Plus Printers works hard to make every step of the experience with custom packaging smooth and professional, starting from artwork submission. They also make it clear to the maximum quality standards that customers follow their rules on submission details.

Accepted File Formats
File Formats

We recommend clients provide their artwork options in AI, PDF, or PSD layouts. They guarantee smooth & accurate results during the printing process. Helps maintain the design quality, sharp details, and correct colours. This process supports clean output and professional consistency in every production run.

Resolution Requirements
Resolution Requirements

To have clear or fast printing, all files should have a resolution of 300 DPI. This helps to avoid any pixelation, bluriness, and loss of detail in text and images. Improves packaging design quality during the production procedure.

Color Mode
Color Mode

All artwork must be created in a CMYK format instead of RGB. CMYK is mainly used for the reproduction of a true and vibrant colour match on your packaging. So, your artwork on the final printed package will look exactly how you designed it.

Bleed Line and Safe Zones
Bleed Line and Safe Zones

Includes a minimum of 0.125 inches (1/8”) bleed on all sides of your design to ensure a proper cutting without any white borders. Maintains important features such as graphics, text, and logos at least 0.125 inches inside the small line. Ensures your final packaging looks professionally finished.

Consumer Questions

Q: What’s your Minimum Order Quantity for Cardboard Burger Box?
A: Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) for custom packaging is flexible, starting as low as 100 units. We are committed to accommodating orders of all sizes, whether small or large. It's important to note that the MOQ may vary. For the most accurate information, we recommend reaching out to our agents who will be happy to assist you.
Q: What’s Your Turnaround Time for Cardboard Burger Box Order?
A: Typically, our turnaround time ranges from 12-15 days, depending on the complexity and quantity of your order. But we also offer expedite shipping with some extra charges.
Q: Can You Assist in the Design Process?
A: Absolutely! We have a team of skilled designers ready to help bring your packaging ideas to life, offering guidance from concept to final design.
Q: Do You Provide Proof/Samples Before Final Production?
A: Yes, we provide digital proofs and, upon request, physical samples of your design to ensure everything is perfect before full-scale production.
Q: What are the Accepted Payment Methods?
A: We offer a variety of payment options for your convenience, including credit/debit cards, PayPal, and bank transfers. Choose the one that works best for you.
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  • Custom Styles & Sizes
    Customised Styles And Sizes

    Don’t get stressed about limited packaging options; we’ve got you covered. We provide custom sizes and styles personalised according to your requirements. Just share your unique idea, & we’ll turn it into perfectly crafted packaging every time.

  • Printing Options
    Printing Options

    Our affordable, modern, & premium printing choices, such as offset, digital, or screen printing. You can add your brand name, logo, or design you want. We change your ideas into a beautiful print that looks professional.

  • Paper Stock
    Add-On Options

    We've got several choices for you when it comes to finishes, coatings, and add-on touches. From custom inserts (cardboard, foam), to dividers, handles, windows (die-cut), sleeves & so on. We help you make your packaging stand out.

  • Quantities
    Paper Stock

    Select our strong materials option like cardboard, rigid stock, kraft paper, & corrugated sheets. Every material has its own sturdiness and feel. We carefully test the right material for your packaging requirements, so your boxes always stay strong or stylish.

  • Production Processes
    Box Quantities

    Doesn't matter, you need 50 boxes for a small order or a large order of 10,000, we’ve got everything you need. All orders are created with the same care and quality. Each order is produced to meet the highest standards.

  • Add-on Options
    Turnaround Time

    We keep things fast & reliable. Our standard production takes just 6 to 7 business days. Need it sooner? No problem at all, we can rush your order & deliver in 3 to 4 business days when required.

  • Turn Around Times
    Design Support

    Our design support is provided for all your packaging requirements. Working closely with you to ensure accuracy from concept to final artwork. We ensure your final artwork meets both aesthetic and technical standards.

  • Coating Options
    Sample & Prototyping Options

    Sample and prototyping services are provided prior to mass production. Includes sample making, size checking, material checking, and print checking. So, everything has been verified before production.

  • Coating
  • Printing Options
  • Special Finishes
  • Paperboard
  • Corrugated
  • Fluted Grades
  • Rigid Materials
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Aqueous Coating
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UV Coating
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Spot Glass UV
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Soft Toch Coating
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Varnish
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Lamination
Material 7
Anti-scratch Lamination
Material 8
Soft Touch / Silk Lamination
Material 10
Offset Print
Material 11
Digital Print
Material 12
UV Print
Material 13
Water-based Ink
Material 14
Hot Foil Stamping
Material 15
Cold Foil Printing
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Blind Emboosing
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Blind Deboosing
Material 18
Registered Embossing
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Combination Embossing
Material 19
Window Patching
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SBS C1S
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SBS C2S
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CCNB
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Fully Recycled CCNB
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Natural Brown Kraft
Material 25
White Kraft
Material 25
Black Kraft
Material 25
Uncoated Unbleached Kraft
Material 25
Clay-coated Kraft Back
Material 25
Clay Natural Kraft
Material 25
Metallic
Material 25
Holographic
Material 25
Textured
Material 25
Natural Kraft Board
Material 26
Oyster White Board
Material 27
Kemi White Board
Material 28
Bleached White Board
Material 28
Single Face
Material 28
Single Wall
Material 28
Double Wall
Material 28
Triple Wall
Material 28
A-Flute
Material 28
B-Flute
Material 28
C-Flute
Material 28
E-Flute
Material 28
F-Flute
Material 28
Grey Chipboard
Duplex Chipboard
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