Choose where the silver effect should appear
Describe the product and the panels you want to highlight. A metallic appearance could come from the board, a printed treatment or an applied foil detail; the listing does not identify one standard process. Share a reference image or artwork and ask the quote to name the proposed finish, coverage and compatible stock before approving a proof.
Distinguish a foil accent from silver-coloured stock
State whether the design calls for a small logo detail, a wider panel or an overall silver look. Include the box’s internal dimensions, contents and quantity, since the physical format and print area affect the specification. If more than one finish is being considered, ask for each option to be described separately rather than assuming every effect is available on every carton.
Check the finish against the whole pack
Foils, coatings, inks and adhesives can change how a finished package is handled or collected for recycling. Do not assume that a paper-looking box or a silver accent makes the full pack recyclability depends on the agreed specification or lower impact. CMA guidance calls for clear, substantiated environmental claims; request evidence for the complete construction before using environmental wording.
A silver-finish packaging brief
- Product dimensions and intended box format
- Panels, logo and metallic effect requested
- Artwork or visual reference
- Stock, coating or recycling evidence required
- Quantity, target date and delivery postcode