Custom Printing
Screen Print Packaging — Simple, Bold & Budget-Friendly
Screen printing is an excellent low-cost way to brand your corrugated boxes with a clean, bold logo. Available in one or two colours, it's the go-to option for businesses who want impactful branded packaging without the cost of full colour digital or offset printing.
Screen printing is a cost-effective way to brand your corrugated cardboard boxes with a clean, bold logo or simple design. Rather than printing in full colour like digital or offset printing, screen printing uses one or two spot colours pressed through a screen — producing a sharp, consistent result that works beautifully on kraft cardboard.
It's the ideal option for businesses that want professional branded packaging without the complexity or cost of multi-colour printing. A single colour logo on the front of a kraft box can be just as powerful as a full coverage print — and far more economical.
One or two colour printing keeps costs low while delivering a professional brand presence.
Screen printing produces crisp, solid results — perfect for logos, text, and simple graphic designs.
Colour matching to the closest PMS colour available to keep your brand consistent.
Printed in our Melbourne facility — faster turnaround and consistent quality control.
Here's everything you need to know about our screen print requirements before placing your order.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Suitable material | Corrugated cardboard boxes only. Not suitable for paperboard boxes — digital or offset printing is available for paperboard. |
| Cardboard finish | Any of our kraft finish boards |
| Colours | One or two spot colours. Colour matching to closest PMS colour available. |
| Artwork suitability | Suits simple, bold logos and designs without complex shading or gradients |
| Coverage options | 20% ink coverage (logo, text, social media handles) or 80% ink coverage (majority of one side printed). Pricing varies by coverage — contact us for an 80% coverage quote. |
| Minimum order | 250 units |
| Artwork format | High resolution PDF or Adobe Illustrator (.ai) file with fonts outlined |
| White ink | Not available for screen printing |
💡 Not sure about your coverage? If you're unsure whether your design is 20% or 80% coverage, send us your artwork at info@packqueen.com.au and we'll provide guidance and a quote based on your specific design.
Choosing between one and two colour screen printing is primarily a budget decision. Both options produce professional, bold results — it's simply a matter of how many brand colours you want on the box.
A single spot colour printed on your kraft cardboard box. Perfect for a logo in your primary brand colour, or a black print for a clean, minimal look. One colour screen printing is the most economical way to brand your packaging with a professional result.
Two spot colours on your box — ideal if your logo or design uses two distinct colours and you want your full brand to be represented. Two colour screen printing adds brand depth and recognition while remaining far more economical than full colour digital or offset options.
PMS colour matching: We match to the closest available PMS (Pantone Matching System) colour. If brand colour accuracy is critical for your business, provide your PMS code when requesting a quote and our team will advise on the closest available match.
Here's a selection of screen print examples across both coverage options. Simple, bold designs always produce the best results on kraft cardboard.
Simplicity is key. The most effective screen print designs feature a bold logo, a tagline, or a combination of logo and website address. Avoid shading, gradients, and fine detail — clean, solid shapes produce the sharpest results.
Screen printing works beautifully for many businesses — but it's not the right solution for every design. Here's a quick guide.
- You want affordable branded packaging on a budget
- Your logo or design uses one or two colours
- You need white ink printing or to print in colour
- Your artwork is bold, simple, and without complex shading
- You're printing on corrugated cardboard boxes
- You can order a minimum of 250 units
- You want PMS colour matching for brand consistency
- You want a clean, professional look without full coverage printing
- Your design requires more than two colours
- Your artwork contains gradients, shading, or photographic elements
- You need to print on paperboard boxes (use digital or offset instead)
- You need full colour CMYK printing
- Your order is under 250 units (consider digital print from 25 units)
If screen printing isn't right for you, we offer digital print (from 25 units), foil printing, flexo, and offset options. Contact us to find the best solution for your needs.
Ready to Brand Your Boxes with Screen Printing?
One or two colour screen printing on corrugated cardboard from 250 units. PMS colour matching available. Australian made in Melbourne.
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