Board · Material
Rigid Greyboard
The structural core of luxury rigid boxes
Rigid greyboard is a high-density chipboard manufactured from 100% post-consumer recycled fibre, compressed under heat into sheets ranging from 1.0 mm to 3.0 mm. It is the structural core of every luxury gift, jewellery, and electronics box you've ever opened — invisible behind a wrap of art paper, specialty stock, or fabric. Greyboard delivers exceptional dimensional stability, an audible 'thud' when closed, and the perceived weight that customers associate with premium products. At MUGE we wrap greyboard cores with C2S art paper, black or coloured specialty paper, leather-touch PU, or velvet flocking, then add EVA inserts for product cradling.
Thickness
1.0–3.0 mm
Hand-assembled
Per box
Perceived weight
+340% vs folding
MOQ
From 300 pcs
Section 01 · Productions
Real Greyboard in the wild.
Every photo below is an actual production we've shipped — no renders, no stock photography. Click any piece to view its full product page.
Luxury Lid & Base
1.5mm greyboard core wrapped in art paper, foil logo.
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Watch Presentation Box
2.0mm core, velvet-flocked cradle.
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Magnetic Closure Set
Hidden magnets in 1.5mm greyboard flap.
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Drawer-style Rigid
Slide-out tray for influencer PR kits.
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Book-style Rigid
Magnetic flap mimics a hardcover book.
Cosmetic Gift Set
Multi-cavity EVA insert in 2mm greyboard shell.
Jewellery Box
Compact rigid set with satin ribbon pull.
Window Rigid Box
Greyboard frame + clear PVC window.
Editorial
"Rigid boxes don't open. They reveal."
Section 02 · Craft
The finishing techniques that make it sing.
Macro-level decoration choices that turn a raw Greyboard sheet into a brand-defining surface.
Technique 01
Concealed magnets
Twin neodymium magnets cavity-set into the greyboard before wrap — invisible from outside.
Technique 02
Hand-wrapped corners
Mitred corners hand-folded for an unbroken seam — the signature of true luxury construction.
Technique 03
EVA cradle CNC-cut
Foam routed to product silhouette, then flocked or laminated for a museum-fit.
Section 03 · Specs
Specifications
- Thickness
- 1.0 – 3.0 mm (1.5 mm standard)
- Density
- 0.75 – 0.85 g/cm³
- Composition
- 100% recycled fibre
- Wrap options
- Art paper, specialty, PU, fabric
- Construction
- Hand-assembled rigid set-up box
- Recyclability
- Recyclable when separated from wrap
Section 04 · Trade-offs
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Premium tactile weight and feel
- Crush-resistant — protects high-value goods
- Made from 100% recycled paper fibre
- Compatible with virtually any cover material
Trade-offs
- Higher cost than folding cartons
- Larger shipping footprint (non-collapsible)
- Longer lead times for hand assembly
Section 05 · Brand wall
Who builds with Greyboard.
Three industries where this material is doing some of its best work right now.
Case 01 · Watches & jewellery
Heritage Maisons & indie watchmakers
The closing 'thud' of a 2.5mm rigid box has become an unspoken brand promise.
Case 02 · Consumer electronics
Premium audio & accessories
Apple-grade unboxing — slow lid-lift on engineered air resistance.
Case 03 · Spirits & wine
Limited-edition releases
Drawer-style presentation for collector bottlings; ribbon pull adds ceremony.
Section 06 · Compare
Greyboard vs. the alternatives.
A quick side-by-side to help you decide where Greyboard earns its place — and where another stock might serve you better.
| Attribute | Rigid Greyboard | Folding White Card | Corrugated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | Hand-assembled set-up | Machine-folded | Glued / locked |
| Perceived value | Luxury / heirloom | Premium retail | Functional |
| Ships flat? | No (assembled) | Yes | Yes |
| Cost index | 3.5× | 1.3× | 1.1× |
| MOQ | 300 pcs | 500 pcs | 500 pcs |
Section 07 · Applications
Best Used For
How brands across cosmetics, food, fashion, and electronics put Greyboard to work.
Print Compatibility
Printing Methods
- Wrap paper printed offline (offset/CMYK)
- Direct screen print on wrap
Finishing Options
Decoration & Construction
- Hot foil stamping
- Embossing on wrap
- Magnetic closure
- Ribbon pulls
- EVA / foam inserts
- Velvet flocking interior
Section 08 · FAQ
Frequently asked
What thickness should I choose for my product?+
Use 1.0–1.5 mm for small items (jewellery, cards), 2.0 mm for cosmetics and mid-weight goods, and 2.5–3.0 mm for spirits, electronics and oversized luxury sets.
Are rigid greyboard boxes recyclable?+
The greyboard core is fully recyclable. The wrap and inserts may need separation depending on local recycling streams. We can recommend mono-material designs on request.
What's the MOQ for rigid boxes?+
Standard MOQ is 300 pcs because each box is hand-assembled. Sample runs of 50–100 pcs are available for brand-launch validation.
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Related materials
White Card 350gsm
Smooth white folding board engineered for vivid CMYK photography and sharp typography.
Black Specialty Paper
Through-dyed black paper and board with deep matte tone — the canvas for foil-stamped luxury.
Velvet Flocking
Electrostatically applied velvet fibre creating a cushioned, premium-touch lining for rigid boxes.
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