How to Measure for Packaging Sleeves

Option 1. Send Us Your Product for Sleeve Fitting/Testing (Highly Recommended)

This is the most accurate, safe, and easy way to ensure a snug fit for your box sleeves. Simply send us a sample of your box, and our expert team will measure and test your sleeves before printing and dispatch.

With our precise measuring tools and experienced team, we’ll determine the best size for your sleeves.

Sleeve Fitting/Testing Service Details:
Starting at $168, this base service includes:

- Checking the client-supplied box or creating a one-off key-line (no design or artwork included).
- Measuring and test-fitting a client-supplied product sample.
- Producing a few plain sleeve samples (no revisions).

This service is performed by experienced box designers, involving the setup of finishing equipment and the production of an actual working sample (trimmed and scored). While the sample will be plain white, it will undergo precise measuring and finishing processes.

Important Note:

If you choose to proceed without a sample product and forgo our Sleeve Fitting/Testing service, we are not accountable for any issues if your sleeves don’t fit. If challenges arise, you may send us your box at your cost for a complimentary sleeve fitting. Refunds or reproduction will depend on whether the error originated from our process or incorrect measurements provided by you. 

Option 2: Use a Sheet of Paper as a Measuring Tool

For this method, you’ll need:

- A sheet of paper large enough to wrap around your box
- Scissors or a craft knife
- An accurate ruler or digital vernier

This method will help you see how your sleeve will look like and what the best option is for sizing and box coverage. 

You can even play around with the sizing in this method until you find the best fit for your box.

Step 1

Measure and Cut the Paper:

Take the box you want to wrap and measure the width you would like your sleeves to be on a piece of paper. 

Cut the paper in that size.

This is also the best time to play around with the size of your sleeves, to help you choose the perfect fit.

Step 2

Wrap the Paper Band Around Your Box:

You must wrap the band tightly on your box to ensure a snug fit.

Ensure you also run your fingers along and pressing firmly on the edges so the paper band can crease at the edges of the box. (See Images #6)

Step 3

Mark and Trim:

Mark where the band meets and cut off the excess paper.

Step 4

Measure the Total Length:

Remove the paper band and measure it's total length.

Step 5

Label the Panels:

Measure each side and label them per panel (e.g., Side Panel, Front Panel, Side Panel, Back Panel).

Option 3. Measure the Box/Product Directly

For a simpler approach, use a reliable ruler or digital vernier to measure your box’s:

- Depth
- Width
- Height

These dimensions will help you create an accurate sleeve size. Share these measurements with our team for assistance.

Box Sleeve Template

Important Notes for Options 1 and 2:

• Without a sample product, we can not do a test fit to ensure the snug fit and our print proposal is based on supplying the sleeves pre-creased to fold, with double sided tape pre-applied but unassembled for you to wrap around the boxes.

• If you choose to proceed without providing us with a sample product and investing in our sleeve fitting / testing service, we are not accountable if any challenges occur with your sleeve not fitting correctly and we have produced your sleeves based on the measurements you have provided.