Essex Board
Essex board is a highly compact board for use in furniture construction. A smooth, lightweight alternative to plywood sheets, easy to cut & shape for pelmets and more.
Premium Cardboard for Luxury Gift & Retail Packaging
In the world of gift and retail packaging, presentation is everything. Customers expect products to arrive in packaging that not only protects but also reflects quality and brand identity. Our presentation box board provides the strength, finish, and sustainability required to produce luxury packaging that makes a lasting impression.
Made from black or white lined greyboard, these boards are the foundation material used by manufacturers to create premium presentation boxes for retail, gifting, and promotional use.
Specifications
- Material: greyboard with black or white lining
- Thickness: typically 1.2 – 2.0 mm
- Format: lined on one side for a premium finish, with the reverse in black or white
- Applications: used as the structural base for presentation and gift boxes
Benefits of Presentation Box Board
- Premium look and feel – perfect for luxury and retail packaging
- Strong and protective – suitable for fragile or high-value goods
- Compatible with finishes – works with printed wraps, foils, and laminates
- Eco-friendly – fully recyclable and responsibly sourced
This balance of style, strength, and sustainability makes it a go-to choice for box manufacturers.
Applications
Our presentation box boards are widely used in:
- Gift packaging for jewellery, watches, and premium accessories
- Luxury retail boxes for cosmetics and perfumes
- Promotional and event packaging
- Seasonal and branded gift sets
They provide the durability and finish needed to elevate packaging above standard options.
Sustainability Credentials
Our presentation box boards support brands’ eco goals by offering:
- 100% recyclability
- Cardboard sourced from responsibly managed materials
- A sustainable alternative to plastic or composite materials
This ensures packaging is not only premium but also environmentally responsible.
Popular retail boards
We stock a huge array of standard board and we can also source bespoke board for your project. Get in contact to see how we can help you.
PE Paper / Lined Board
Used for packaging any wet or greasy product, or where a waterproof barrier is required between the product and its outside environment.
Brown Dyed Board
Brown dyed greyboard on 2 sides. Used in manufacture of board envelopes, “recycled look” cartons – printed and unprinted, art and craft work.
White lined greyboard
Uncoated white lined board with grey reverse. Used in manufacture of presentation boxes, mounting pictures and making showcards.
Displayboard
Available in 2 sided white (grey & white centre). Used principally in show card mounting and hanging displays.
Folding Boxboard
Fully coated white folding boxboard with manila back (GC2). Used mainly for high quality print and carton applications
Coated White Lined Greyboard
Used primarily in printing industry and general carton work
Kraft lined greyboard
Used mainly for manufacturing rigid boxes, picture backing boards, industrial packaging.
2 Sided Kraft
Used mainly for manufacturing rigid boxes, picture backing boards, industrial packaging.
Kraft Lined Greyboard – 2 Sided
Used mainly for manufacturing rigid boxes, picture backing boards, industrial packaging.
Coated White Greyboard
This is the cheapest and most economical option in solid board. Also known simply as "greyboard"
Looking to upgrade your gift and retail packaging with premium presentation box boards?
Contact us today to request samples or discuss your requirements.
- Specialists in presentation and retail packaging materials
- Reliable supply of black and white lined greyboard
- Custom thickness and cutting options available
- Strong focus on sustainability and recyclability
Bulk Ordering
For businesses large and small.
Eco-Aware Products
Recyclable, compostable, and food-safe.
Built to perform
Packaging that holds up and looks right.
Our commitment to sustainable packaging
Sustainable, compliant & customised cardboard Solutions
We believe packaging should protect more than just products — it should protect the planet too. That’s why we use responsibly sourced materials, meet strict industry standards, and manufacture recyclable boxes tailored to your exact needs.
- We manufacture with cardboard that is made from a minimum of 70% recycled materials.
- We are FSC certified and source our raw materials from sustainable forests.
- We conform to major retailer and industry requirements.
- We cater to all primary pack formats and packing processes.
- Our boxes are manufactured to your needs.
- Our boxes are 100% recyclable.
What our clients have to say
“In the 15 years of our companies working together, Limehouse have supplied a consistently high quality product and their friendly, knowledgeable team provide an excellent customer service. We are a demanding customer, and they always go the extra mile to ensure we receive what we want, when we want it – highly recommended!”
Keith Bradley (MD), Jute Export Ltd
What our clients have to say
“Limehouse Boardmills combines decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology. Their dedication to quality and customer satisfaction makes them a leader in cardboard engineering. A true pleasure to work with!”
What our clients have to say
“We’ve worked with Limehouse Boardmills for years, and their craftsmanship and reliability are unmatched. Their team consistently delivers creative, cost-effective solutions tailored to our business requirements.”
What our clients have to say
“Limehouse Boardmills exceeded our expectations with their innovative cardboard solutions. Their attention to detail and commitment to sustainability made them the perfect partner for our packaging needs. Highly recommended!”
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