We are a Houston-based print and design shop at 5444 Westheimer Rd. We have been producing printed materials for local businesses since 2008, including packaging for restaurants, retailers, e-commerce brands, corporate gifting companies, and subscription box services across the Greater Houston area.
Ordering packaging from an out-of-state online printer means slower turnaround, no in-person proofing, and customer service that does not know Houston’s market. We are local. You can walk in, review a physical sample before committing to a full run, and have boxes delivered to your Houston address or picked up directly.
What You Need | Online-Only Printers | carbonrepro |
Local design support | No — email/chat only | Yes — in-person at our Houston studio |
Physical sample/proof | Usually not included | Yes — available on request |
Turnaround time | 10–21 business days (+ shipping) | 7–10 business days (local pickup available) |
Small quantity runs | High minimums (100–500 units) | Low minimums on select products |
Custom dieline engineering | Templates only | Custom structural design available |
Logo & brand guidance | Upload-your-file only | In-house designers assist with layout |
We manufacture and print the following box types at our Houston facility. All products are available with full-color CMYK printing, UV coating, matte or gloss lamination, embossing, debossing, and foil stamping.
Rigid boxes (also called set-up boxes) are made from thick greyboard covered with printed paper wrap. They do not fold flat — the structure is permanent. Common uses: luxury retail, jewelry, electronics, corporate gifts, and premium subscription boxes. Minimum order: 50 units. Typical size range: 3″ x 3″ up to 18″ x 18″.
Single-wall and double-wall corrugated boxes for e-commerce shipping, product protection, and branded unboxing experiences. We print on kraft or white liner board. If you are shipping fragile products across Texas or nationally, corrugated with custom inserts is the right choice. Turnaround: 7–10 business days.
Folding cartons are the flat-pack, glued carton style used for retail shelf products — food packaging, cosmetics, supplements, and consumer goods. We work in SBS (solid bleached sulfate), CCNB (clay-coated news back), and recycled board. FDA-compliant materials available for food contact applications.
Mailer boxes (also called subscription boxes) self-lock without tape and are designed to be opened as an unboxing experience. Popular with e-commerce brands, subscription services, and corporate gifting. We print full-color on both interior and exterior panels upon request.
Window boxes, tuck-end cartons, sleeve boxes, and display-ready retail packaging for Houston-area brands selling in brick-and-mortar stores or on Amazon. If your product sits on a shelf, the box must work as a silent salesperson — we design with that intent.
Grease-resistant kraft boxes, window patisserie boxes, and custom-printed food-safe cartons for Houston restaurants, bakeries, caterers, and food brands. All materials meet FDA guidelines for indirect food contact.
From first call to finished box, here is exactly what to expect when ordering through carbonrepro:
Industry | Common Box Types |
Restaurants & Food Brands | Custom food boxes, bakery cartons, branded takeout boxes, grease-resistant packaging |
E-Commerce & Subscription Boxes | Mailer boxes with interior printing, branded tissue, poly mailers, insert cards |
Cosmetics & Skincare | Rigid boxes, folding cartons, sleeve boxes with spot UV and foil stamping |
Retail & Consumer Goods | Tuck-end cartons, window boxes, display-ready shelf packaging |
Cannabis (where licensed) | Compliant folding cartons with child-resistant closures, plain outer + branded inner |
Corporate Gifting | Premium rigid boxes with magnetic closures, ribbon pulls, custom foam inserts |
Healthcare & Supplements | FDA-compliant folding cartons, tamper-evident closures, serialized labeling |
Houston Nonprofits & Events | Event boxes, branded mailers for fundraising kits, awareness campaigns |
Category | Options Available |
Board / Stock | 14pt C2S, 18pt C2S, SBS (solid bleached sulfate), CCNB, E-flute corrugated, B-flute corrugated, greyboard (rigid box core) |
Eco / Sustainable | 100% recycled kraft, FSC-certified board, soy-based inks, biodegradable lamination |
Print Method | Offset lithography (CMYK), digital short-run printing, Pantone spot color matching |
Lamination | Matte lamination, gloss lamination, soft-touch matte, anti-scuff coating |
Surface Finishes | Spot UV coating, full-flood UV, aqueous coating, varnish |
Special Finishes | Hot foil stamping (gold, silver, rose gold, custom colors), embossing, debossing, die-cutting, perforation |
Closures | Tuck-end, lock-bottom, magnetic closure, ribbon pull, velcro, custom |
Packaging prices depend on box type, quantity, material, print coverage, and finish. Here are realistic price ranges for the most common orders we fulfill at carbonrepro:
Box Type | Min. Quantity | Approx. Price Range | Best For |
Folding Cartons | 250 units | $0.45–$1.20/unit | Retail, supplements, food |
Corrugated Mailers | 100 units | $1.80–$4.50/unit | E-commerce, shipping |
Rigid Gift Boxes | 50 units | $4.00–$12.00/unit | Luxury, corporate gifts |
Custom Mailer Boxes | 100 units | $2.50–$6.00/unit | Subscription, unboxing |
Bakery / Food Boxes | 250 units | $0.60–$2.00/unit | Restaurants, caterers |
Retail Window Boxes | 250 units | $0.80–$2.50/unit | Consumer products |
Note: Prices vary based on custom dimensions, finish selections, and current material costs. Contact us for an exact quote based on your specific project. Bulk discounts apply at 500+ and 1,000+ units.
Custom packaging costs in Houston range from $0.45 to $12.00 per unit depending on box type, quantity, material, and finish. Folding cartons for retail start around $0.45–$1.20 per unit at 250 quantity. Rigid gift boxes range from $4.00–$12.00 per unit at 50 units. Corrugated mailer boxes typically cost $1.80–$4.50 per unit at 100 units. Bulk orders over 500 units receive volume discounts. Carbon Reprographics provides free custom quotes at (713) 705-6097.
Standard production at Carbon Reprographics takes 7–10 business days from artwork approval to finished product. Rush production (5 business days) is available on select products with a rush fee. Local Houston customers can pick up orders at our facility at 5444 Westheimer Rd or request local delivery. Shipping to other Texas cities typically adds 1–2 business days.
Minimum order quantities at Carbon Reprographics vary by product: rigid gift boxes start at 50 units, corrugated mailers and mailer boxes start at 100 units, and folding cartons start at 250 units. For very small runs (under 50 units), digital printing on standard stock is available at a higher per-unit cost. Contact us to discuss your specific quantity needs.
Yes. Carbon Reprographics has an in-house design team at our Houston facility. We provide custom dieline engineering (structural templates), full graphic design for print, and 3D digital mockups before production. Design services are available for clients who do not have print-ready artwork. Clients who supply their own artwork receive a pre-press review to catch any issues before printing.
We accept print-ready files in PDF (preferred), Adobe Illustrator (.ai), or Adobe InDesign formats. Files should be set up with a minimum 1/8 inch (0.125") bleed, CMYK color mode, and all fonts embedded or converted to outlines. Image resolution should be 300 DPI at final print size. If you are unsure, our team can review your files and flag any issues before production.
Yes. We offer physical proofs (also called press proofs or production samples) for orders over 250 units or structurally complex boxes. A physical proof is printed on your actual production stock, folded and finished to final spec. This allows you to check color accuracy, material feel, and structural integrity before committing to the full run. Ask about proof lead times when requesting your quote.
Yes. We stock 100% recycled kraft board, FSC-certified paperboard, and offer printing with soy-based inks and biodegradable lamination alternatives. Sustainable packaging options are available across most box types. Let us know your environmental goals and we will recommend the most suitable combination of materials and finishes.
Yes. Interior printing is available on mailer boxes, rigid boxes, and select folding carton styles. Interior printing adds to the unboxing experience and is popular with subscription box brands, luxury goods, and e-commerce companies. Interior print adds cost and lead time — mention it when requesting your quote so we can spec it correctly.
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