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.
Protective & Sustainable Cardboard Packaging for Online Retail
E-commerce and mail order businesses need packaging that delivers on three key priorities: protection, presentation, and sustainability. Whether shipping books, DVDs, or other retail products, packaging must keep items safe during transit, be cost-effective for high volumes, and meet rising consumer expectations for eco-friendly materials.
Our cardboard mailer envelopes are designed specifically for the needs of online retailers and distributors. Durable, lightweight, and recyclable, they are an ideal alternative to plastic mailers, ensuring that products arrive in perfect condition every time.
Cardboard Mailer Envelopes
We manufacture printed and plain cardboard envelopes tailored for mail order and e-commerce businesses.
- Strong, protective design similar to Amazon-style book envelopes
- Sizes customised for books, DVDs, and small parcels
- Options for branding with custom printing
- Lightweight construction to keep postal costs low
These e-commerce packaging solutions provide both reliability and sustainability at scale.
Benefits of Cardboard Mailers
- Protective strength – prevents bending, tearing, and damage in transit
- Cost-effective – lightweight design reduces shipping costs
- Customisable – plain or branded to suit retailer needs
- Eco-friendly – recyclable and widely accepted in kerbside collections
For mail order companies, these benefits translate directly into fewer returns, happier customers, and stronger brand perception.
Applications in Mail Order & E-Commerce
Our cardboard mailer envelopes are widely used across retail and distribution, including:
- Online bookshops and DVD distributors
- Subscription services for small, flat-packed goods
- Retailers requiring protective document or product mailing
- E-commerce businesses seeking sustainable packaging solutions
From single shipments to large-scale fulfilment, our cardboard mailers provide reliability and efficiency.
Sustainability Credentials
E-commerce customers increasingly demand eco-friendly packaging. Our cardboard envelopes deliver:
- 100% recyclability
- Responsibly sourced cardboard materials
- A sustainable alternative to plastic mailers and padded envelopes
Adopting recyclable cardboard packaging, online retailers can meet environmental goals while enhancing customer satisfaction.
Popular consumer packaging 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 for durable, sustainable mail order packaging solutions?
Contact us today to order cardboard mailers or request a custom quote for your e-commerce packaging.
- Specialists in mail order and e-commerce cardboard packaging
- Consistent quality and reliable supply for high-volume orders
- Flexible options for size, design, and branding
- Strong commitment to sustainability and recyclable materials
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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