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How to Make Cardboard Boxes For Shipping

It does not matter if you are going to ship gifts or any type of item then you would need cardboard boxes. Cardboard boxes are very useful as they are strong enough to keep the item safe and sound from any shock, dirt, dust and moisture. You can pack any type of thing in the cardboard boxes. These boxes are also used to for cereal packaging like Kellogg’s is exporting its cereals in custom cardboard boxes. You can purchase the custom cardboard shipping boxes wholesale from any retailer. Custom cardboard shipping boxes are just perfect for storing and sending something through the mail. There are some people who love to make things on their own. If you are one of them and you want to make cardboard boxes for shipping then you are at the right place. Here we are going to tell you about how to make cardboard boxes for shipping.

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Choose Cardboard of Your Choice:

You can take a cereal box or any other cardboard box material to make the box. It is preferable to get a cardboard sheet from any retail store. If you know what length and width you need for your box then cut the cardboard according to it.

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Decorate it if You Want:

Some people want these cardboard boxes for shipping gifts and presents. If you want to ship gifts and presents then decor the box to make it more attractive. It is better to decorate the cardboard before cutting and folding it. You can take a fabric or wrapping paper to beautify it. The fabric or wrapping paper must be larger than the cardboard. You have to use strong glue to paste the fabric or wrapping paper onto it. After applying glue, you should let it dry. Check the ends and corners as they should be edgy.

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Draw Lines:

Once you have adorned it, it is time to cut it. First of all, draw lines with a pencil and ruler properly onto the cardboard. When you have done the measurements then cut the cardboard material accurately.

Divide the Measurements:

You now have to divide the lengths and widths in such a way that you can fold the box easily to get the required shape and size of box you want. You should be very conscious while doing this step. As your box shape and size depends on this step.

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Make Crease:

Once you have divided and checked out the measurements then you have to fold all the sides to make the box. Folding method is quite technical but not so difficult. You have to fold the sides inward from the two ends to make it a stack. After that, unfold it and this crease will make it easy for you to fold it later. If you are using thick cardboard material then you would need to fold it twice to make the crease prominent.

Make Base and Top:

You have to now make flaps. Firstly, draw the flaps which will be perpendicular to the sides. You would need to measure the distance from one edge of cardboard and then draw a line along width at this specific point. By using the longer side, you will be able to give the box a sturdier base and top.

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Folding:

When you have made flaps and a sturdier top and base is ready, then you would need to fold the creases to complete the box. It is the final step. Just start folding according to the creases and use strong glue while doing it. You can also use big stapler after gluing. Your own cardboard box would be ready.

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