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Didn't expect much honestly, but the box quality blew me away. Sturdy, great print, and customers even asked where I got it. Shipping took a little longer than I hoped, but worth the wait.
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Upgrade your packaging with Custom Printed Gable Boxes Auto Bottom, designed to offer both convenience and durability. Featuring a built-in handle and a pre-glued auto-lock bottom, these boxes are quick to assemble and sturdy enough to carry heavier products with ease. They’re ideal for bakery items, takeaway meals, gift products, retail merchandise, and promotional packaging that deserves a polished presentation.
At Hive Custom Boxes, we manufacture custom gable boxes using eco-friendly Kraft, cardboard, and premium paperboard that are durable, recyclable, and made to support sustainable packaging. Our printed auto bottom boxes can be customized with your logo, brand colors, artwork, and premium finishes, helping you create packaging that’s both practical and visually appealing. Whether you’re serving customers in-store or preparing products for special events, our packaging is designed to leave a lasting impression.
Looking for packaging that’s durable, easy to carry, and built around your brand? Contact Hive Custom Boxes today for a free quote and customize your Gable Boxes Auto Bottom.
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| Product name | Custom Printed Gable Boxes Auto Bottom |
|---|---|
| Style | Gable-top carry box with a pre-glued auto-bottom (crash-lock) base |
| Bottom closure | Auto-lock bottom — snaps into shape instantly, no hand-folding |
| Top / handle | Peaked gable top folds and locks together to form a built-in carry handle |
| Product fit | Gift sets, party favors, food/treats, retail bundles, and promotional packs |
| Dimensions | All Custom Sizes & Shapes |
| Wall type | Single wall |
| Structure | Folding carton (paperboard) or E-flute corrugated |
| Assembly | Ships flat; base pops open and locks in one motion, gable top folds into a handle |
| Load capacity | Light to medium products (auto-lock base plus reinforced gable handle) |
| Printing | Flexo, litho, or digital — CMYK, Pantone (PMS), up to full color |
| Finishing options | Gloss/matte lamination, soft-touch, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing/debossing |
| Coating | Aqueous, varnish, or none; food-safe/grease-resistant options |
| Special features | Auto-lock base, self-locking gable handle, die-cut window, inner dividers, food-safe liner |
| Add-ons | Custom inserts, dividers, window film, ribbon, hang tags |
| Eco options | Recyclable kraft, water-based coatings, compostable board, soy inks |
| Order Quantity | 100 – 500,000 units |
| Turnaround time | 7–10 business days, Rush |
| Tooling | One-time custom die and print plate setup |
| Material | Description | Weight (gsm) | Best suited for |
|---|---|---|---|
| SBS (C1S / C2S) | Premium solid bleached board with a smooth white surface | 250–450 gsm | Retail and premium gable boxes |
| Kraft paperboard | Natural brown board, recyclable and eco-friendly look | 300–450 gsm | Organic, natural, and artisan brands |
| CCNB (clay-coated news back) | Coated front, gray back; economical | 300–450 gsm | Cost-sensitive retail and general use |
| Recycled paperboard | Made from post-consumer content | 300–450 gsm | Eco-focused, budget-friendly runs |
| Grease-resistant board | Food-grade board with a grease-proof coating or liner | 300–450 gsm | Food, treats, and party favor boxes |
| E-flute corrugated | Thin corrugated for added strength and handle support | ~250 gsm liner (approx. 32 ECT) | Heavier fills and sturdier gable boxes |
Every stock, print method, and finish below can be applied to your magnetic closure rigid boxes. Not sure what suits your product? Ask and we will recommend a spec.
Got a question? Take a look at our FAQs about the custom packaging process. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us through live chat, one of our online forms, or give us a call at 1 (800) 725-9660 to speak with a custom box packaging expert now.
Paul and the whole team at HiveCustomBoxes have been extremely helpful and patient with my first order (of many!) with them. Thank you guys for your patience, competitive pricing, and all-around quality.
Logan was super helpful from beginning to end. I was really impressed with his customer service and how fast we were able to get these created.
10 out of 10! Kelly was so helpful and responsive. We had a very quick turnaround time for these custom printed boxes, and Kelly was able to get the mock-up, quote, and boxes shipped to us a day early. Very impressed!
Hive Custom Boxes is a great company. They go out of their way, they’re friendly, they’re quick, and they make a quality product. They are everything a business could ask for and more.
The Hive Custom Boxes team is beyond recognition! They make boxes at competitive prices, and Hive knows how to burst boxes! I got my boxes delivered right on time! I’d for sure recommend them!
Working with Hive Custom Boxes has been beyond exceptional! We’ve had nothing but exceptional, competitive pricing from Hive; attentive Hive customer service; and far exceeding the standard of work in the custom packaging industry. Hive Custom Boxes is our new “go to” custom packaging company!
I only have good things to say about Hive Custom Boxes! Customer service really knows how to burst boxes! Alexis took care of everything for me and really deserves a shout out! I will definitely be recommending them! I am really looking forward to continuing to work with them in the future.
Hive Custom Boxes made the whole experience easy. The website is simple to navigate, and the pricing is hard to beat. Great quality for the cost — I’ll definitely be back!
Got a question? Take a look at our FAQs about the custom packaging process. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us through live chat, one of our online forms, or give us a call at 1 (800) 725-9660 to speak with a custom box packaging expert now.
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