To have perfect custom boxes, you need them to be precisely cut and printed with high-definition colors. Well, it can only be done if you have the exact size for your boxes. If their size is not properly measured, then it means that your product is not going to sit right in these boxes.
You must learn how to measure box dimensions to have perfect custom packaging. There are three main units that you have to measure, such as:
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Measuring a box might seem like an ordinary task, but that’s not the case. A minor mistake in measurement can ruin your printing job. So you have to make sure that you take proper measurements. In the packaging business, measuring a box is an essential skill to have. It can be achieved with the right tools and approach.
In this blog post, we will dive deeper to learn how to measure a perfect box for your product.
Measurements can be taken from 4 different tools depending on the product you want. They are mentioned below:
Please choose the tool that suits your needs the best.
As mentioned before, there are 3 units that you have to measure in your box. Let’s start with the first one.
To measure the length of your box, please flatten your box and identify the longest side of your box. Once identified, place your ruler, measurement tape, or yardstick to determine its length. If you don’t have a box to measure, you can also measure the product you want to pack.
To measure the width of your box, please flatten your box and measure your box from front to back with the help of a ruler, measurement tape, or yardstick.
To measure the height, sometimes also referred to as depth, for your box, please flatten your box and measure your box from top to bottom with the help of a ruler, measurement tape, or yardstick.
Note: In case, you don’t have a box to measure, you can use the product measurement you want to store in it. For a better understanding, you can visit our blog on how to measure your product for a perfect box.
