Custom Box Printing in Dubai: No Minimum Order for Your Plain Gift Boxes
Already have 30 or 100 plain boxes? Explore direct UV printing on suitable rigid gift boxes, from full-colour logos and raised details to reverse-printed acrylic lids.
Already have 30 plain chocolate boxes, 50 wedding favour boxes or 100 gift boxes that need your logo? Sun Studio offers direct UV printing on suitable customer-supplied rigid boxes at our studio in Al Quoz, Dubai, with no minimum order quantity.
We assess paper-covered hard boxes, leather and PU-covered boxes, wooden boxes and acrylic components for printing. Depending on the surface and construction, your design can include full-colour artwork, white ink, personalised names or raised details with an embossed effect. Clear acrylic lids may also suit reverse printing, where the artwork is viewed through the acrylic.
You supply the boxes, and we confirm the printable areas and suitable finish. Send a photo, dimensions, quantity and required date to get started.
Can you print on plain boxes I already bought?
Yes. You can send Sun Studio your existing plain boxes for assessment and direct printing. This is useful when you have already purchased the packaging, have unbranded stock left from another project or need a small personalised batch for an event.
You do not need to order a large production run just to add branding to suitable boxes. A logo on the lid, an illustrated pattern, Arabic calligraphy or a recipient's name can turn plain packaging into something made for your brand or occasion.
Before sending the full quantity, share a photograph of the outside and inside of the box. Tell us whether the lid comes off, whether the box folds flat and which faces you want printed. These details help us establish how the item can be positioned for printing.
If you have not bought the boxes yet, sending a sample or supplier specification first can help you choose packaging that suits your intended artwork and finish.
Small quantity box printing: 1 sample, 30 pieces or 100 pieces
There is no minimum order quantity for suitable box printing at Sun Studio. You can request a single sample, a short batch or a larger run.
Digital UV printing does not require a separate screen or printing plate for each design. That makes it practical to consider projects such as:
- 30 chocolate gift boxes for a private dinner or client event.
- 50 wedding favour boxes with a couple's names and wedding date.
- 100 branded boxes for corporate gifts or a product launch.
- A presentation sample before committing to a larger quantity.
- A batch with individual recipient names or several artwork versions.
These are examples of possible briefs, not fixed packages. The quotation depends on the actual box, artwork and finish. No minimum order does not mean there is no preparation cost: alignment, artwork handling, sampling and surface preparation can still be needed. The price per box may fall when those costs are spread across more pieces.
Which hard box materials can be printed?
The outer surface is what receives the ink. Two boxes described as cardboard, leather or wood may have very different coatings, so we assess the actual item before confirming production.
| Box material | Design possibilities | What we check first |
|---|---|---|
| Rigid paperboard and paper-covered boxes | Logos, patterns, illustrations and personalised wording | Paper texture, coating, lamination and the flatness of the print area |
| Leather and PU-covered boxes | Brand marks, names and decorative details | Surface finish, grain, padding, flexibility and ink adhesion |
| Wooden and MDF boxes | Full-colour images, logos and designs that work with the grain | Roughness, oils, varnish, paint and lid construction |
| Acrylic boxes and removable lids | Colour, white ink, clear areas and suitable reverse-printed designs | Transparency, access to the print face and component dimensions |
Rigid paper and magnetic gift boxes
Hard paper boxes, also called rigid paperboard or paper-wrapped boxes, are useful for chocolate gifts, perfume sets, jewellery and corporate presentations. A suitable flat lid can carry a small logo or a more detailed printed design.
Magnetic closure boxes can also be considered. The closure does not determine printability by itself: the surface, lid shape, thickness and how the box can be held are what matter. Matte, glossy and soft-touch coverings need individual assessment.
Leather and PU-covered presentation boxes
Leather-covered boxes can suit a discreet logo, a personalised name or a decorative design. The grain and original colour remain part of the finished appearance unless the artwork uses a suitable white ink base.
Natural leather and synthetic PU coverings behave differently. A smooth, firm lid presents a different printing task from a padded or deeply textured one. Our leather printing service explains more about working with these surfaces.
Wooden and MDF gift boxes
Wooden boxes can carry colourful artwork while retaining the character of the material. A design may allow the grain to show through, or use white ink beneath selected areas to make the colours more opaque.
Raw timber, painted MDF and varnished wood need different preparation. For broader material guidance, see our wood and MDF printing service.
Clear and coloured acrylic boxes
Acrylic can combine printed details with transparent areas, allowing the contents to remain visible. A logo, name or border on the lid can decorate a box without covering the whole display.
Clear acrylic also creates the option of reverse printing on suitable accessible components. Finished boxes need assessment because walls, hinges and fixed lids can limit access. Learn more about acrylic printing in Dubai.
Full-colour, white ink and raised embossed-effect finishes
The best finish depends on the design and how you want the box to feel in the hand.
Full-colour artwork and fine detail
Direct UV printing can reproduce logos, illustrations, gradients, photographs and patterns on suitable box surfaces. It also allows Arabic and English wording within the same design.
For colour-sensitive branding, approve the result on the actual box material. The underlying colour, surface texture and use of white ink can change how artwork appears compared with a screen preview.
White ink on dark and clear surfaces
White ink can be used as part of the visible design or as a base beneath colour. This is particularly useful when artwork needs to stand out against a dark lid, a coloured covering or clear acrylic.
On a transparent lid, selective white can keep a logo opaque while leaving surrounding areas clear. On wood or leather, the artwork can be planned to retain some of the original material's appearance.
Raised logos and textured printing
Raised UV printing builds selected parts of the design in layers, producing a detail that can be felt. It can be considered for logos, monograms, lettering or decorative patterns on suitable box surfaces.
This produces an embossed effect using printed ink. Traditional embossing changes the shape of the material with pressure and tooling; raised UV printing adds texture above the surface. The suitable height and level of detail depend on the artwork and box material. How the layers are built is explained in our guide to raised and 3D embossed UV printing.
For a restrained finish, consider a small raised logo with flat printed supporting text. A physical sample is the best way to assess both the look and feel before the full batch.
How reverse printing works on acrylic box lids
Reverse printing places the artwork on the back of a clear acrylic component so it reads correctly when viewed through the front. The artwork is prepared in reverse, with colour and white layers arranged for the intended appearance.
The result is a smooth acrylic front face with the image visible beneath it. The acrylic separates the print from handling on that front face, while the printed back still needs appropriate protection and care.
For gift packaging, this can work well on suitable removable clear lids or components printed before assembly. A border, monogram or illustration can surround a clear viewing area for the product inside.
Reverse printing and raised printing offer different visual and tactile effects. A reverse-printed image is viewed through the acrylic; it does not make the front surface feel embossed. Tell us whether your priority is a smooth glossy face or texture you can touch.
For chocolate and other food packaging, the position of the printed face matters. Standard decorative UV printing should not be assumed suitable for direct food contact. If the reverse-printed face would sit inside the box, share the packaging arrangement so the print can be kept appropriately separated from the food.
Chocolate boxes, wedding favours and corporate gifting
Three common briefs, and what to plan for each.
Chocolate and date gift boxes
Personalised outer packaging can connect a chocolate or date gift to the occasion: a brand launch, hotel welcome, wedding, Ramadan gathering or Eid gift.
A logo on the lid, a seasonal pattern or a short greeting can personalise an existing box. This service concerns decorating the packaging. Printing on the chocolate itself is a separate service with different ink and production requirements.
Wedding and engagement gift boxes
Wedding favour boxes can carry a couple's names, monogram, wedding date or a design that matches the event stationery. Individual guest names can also be considered where the artwork and box surface are suitable.
Supply the final approved spelling, including Arabic text, before production. If different boxes need different names, provide a clear list showing which artwork belongs to each item.
Corporate gifts and product launches
Branded boxes help bring a mixed gift set together. The outer packaging can carry the same visual identity as the items inside, whether the set contains a notebook, candle, perfume bottle or another gift.
This can suit client gifts, staff recognition, VIP presentations, PR kits and small product launches. Our corporate gift printing service covers branding across suitable gift items and their packaging.
Can you print the lid, sides and inside of a box?
The accessible flat lid is often the most straightforward area to assess. Printing additional faces depends on whether the box can be positioned securely with enough clearance around the print area.
Tall walls, recessed panels, hinges, handles and uneven surfaces can restrict access. A removable lid or flat component may offer options that a fully assembled box does not.
Tell us which faces you want printed before preparing final artwork. Do not assume that every side or a design wrapping across corners can be printed in one operation. We will confirm the practical print areas for your box.
What affects the price and turnaround?
Box printing is quoted against the actual brief. The main factors are quantity, print dimensions, number of faces, material preparation, white ink, raised layers and whether every piece has the same artwork. The same factors apply across all our work, as explained in what drives UV printing cost in Dubai.
For example, 100 identical small logos on flat lids are a different production task from 30 boxes with large illustrations, raised details and individual names. Supplying your own boxes does not remove the need to check their surface and construction.
Turnaround also depends on sampling, artwork approval and the production schedule. Send the date you need the finished boxes in hand. We will confirm feasibility before committing to the order.
How to order box printing in Dubai and across the UAE
Sun Studio is based in Al Quoz, Dubai, and serves customers across the UAE, including Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah. Discuss the handover or delivery arrangements with our team when requesting your quotation.
To help us assess your boxes, send:
- Clear photographs of the box, lid and intended print areas.
- Box dimensions, including its height when assembled.
- Material and finish, if known.
- Quantity and whether every design is identical or personalised.
- Your logo or artwork and approximate print size.
- The finish you want, such as flat colour, raised details or reverse acrylic printing.
- Your required completion date and location.
We review the brief, confirm suitable options and advise on sampling before production. For logos and text, supply vector artwork where possible. Photographs should be provided at sufficient resolution for the intended print size, and personalised wording should be final and approved. Our guide to preparing artwork for UV printing covers which file to send.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I print 30 or 100 gift boxes in Dubai?
Can I bring boxes purchased from another supplier?
Can I print just one box as a sample?
Can you print white logos on black gift boxes?
Can you print an embossed logo on a box?
Can you reverse print an acrylic chocolate box lid?
Can every wedding favour box have a different name?
Is UV printing the same as gold foil stamping?
Will the printing scratch off?
Have plain boxes ready to personalise?
Whether you have 30 chocolate boxes, 50 wedding favour boxes or 100 corporate gift boxes, start by sending us a photo. We will confirm suitable print areas, discuss the finish and quote for your quantity.
No minimum order quantity for suitable box printing. Bring your plain boxes and let's discuss the design.
Sun Studio LLC
Warehouse #7, Al Quoz 1, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, UAE
Call: +971 4 346 7422
Email: info@sunstudio.ae