Food Packaging Guides
Short, practical guides written for people who run kitchens. Each one answers the questions we hear most when quoting.
Takeaway Box and Food Packaging Sizes in the UKCommon sizes for burger boxes, chip scoops, trays, bowls and bakery boxes, in millimetres.
Greaseproof Paper, Coated Board and Linings ExplainedWhich paper or board copes with grease, steam and wet food, and where each one falls short.
Pizza Box Sizes: Inches, Millimetres and BoardHow pizza box sizes work, which board to pick and how to stop soggy bases on delivery.
How to Design Printed Food Packaging That Prints WellArtwork, colours, logo placement and file set-up for printed boxes, bags and paper.
Street Food Packaging: What to Order FirstA practical checklist for market stalls, vans and pop-ups ordering their first printed packaging.About these guides
Still unsure? Call +44 7578 382054, ask us on WhatsApp or write to info@thefoodpackaging.co.uk.
Who writes these guides?
Our packaging team, using the questions customers ask us when they order.
Are the sizes in the guides exact?
They are common starting points. Every order is made to the size you ask for.
Can I suggest a topic for a new guide?
Yes. Email us the question and we may answer it in a future guide.
Do the guides cover packaging for delivery apps?
Yes, where it matters. The sizing and lining guides look at how food travels in delivery bags.
Are the guides updated?
Yes. Each guide shows the date it was last updated.
Can I print or share a guide?
You are welcome to share links to our guides with your team.
Which guide should a new takeaway read first?
Start with the sizes guide, then the greaseproof and linings guide, then ask us for a quote.
Do the guides recommend specific brands?
No. They explain materials, sizes and print in general terms so you can choose for yourself.
Is there a guide on food-contact materials?
The greaseproof and linings guide covers it. Food-contact materials are available on request, confirmed on your quote.
Can I get advice that is not in the guides?
Yes. Call +44 7578 382054, message us on WhatsApp or email and a packaging specialist replies within one business day.
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