Printed Paper Bags

On average it takes around 3 weeks for us to manufacture, print and deliver your bags once your order goes through. Depending on quantities and requirements we can ensure a quicker turnaround. We will be able to confirm lead times with you before you order so you know how long delivery will take. If you need your bags by a deadline, we are the only UK carrier bag supplier that can accommodate any specific delivery turnarounds or requirements, so please call or email us as soon as possible.

The cost of your bag will depend on lots of factors, but mostly the quantity you order. Orders below the minimum order quantity of your bag size would have the same unit cost as the lowest quantity we display, so there’s no point ordering less than that. The more you need, the more cost savings we will be able to provide you. The cost of your bag could also be affected by other factors such as the type of bag, the print & colouring of the bag, as well as the printing plates. All costs can be broken down as part of your quote so feel free to get in touch if price is a concern.

Depending on the handle type, we have several standard bag sizes for our printed paper bags. View our detailed paper bag size guide for more information. If you’re looking for a bespoke size, for orders over 10,000 units we can accommodate any requirement.

A printed paper bag takes your product packaging to the next level by showcasing your branding and messaging. As a sustainable and recyclable solution, a paper bag is also more environmentally friendly than plastic bags. Further, paper bags are strong, can fold away making them easy to store, and can be ordered in high quantities for discounted unit prices.

Printed paper bags are more eco-friendly than other options as they are made from sustainable materials and are completely recyclable. However, because paper requires a lot of energy, water and wood to make, bags such made from stone paper, potato starch and sugar cane are generally considered a more eco friendly option.

Printed paper bags are biodegradable but will take longer to disintegrate than something like a potato starch bag, so we always recommend getting people to recycle and reuse their bags to get the most out of them.

Not all printed paper bags are made from recycled materials. It’s typically cheaper for manufacturers to produce bags from new materials, meaning for lower quantities we cannot guarantee that bags will be made from 100% recycled materials. For orders over 10,000, we can guarantee that your bags are made from 100% recycled paper if necessary.

Yes, and we’ve worked with countless brands who wanted paper bags for food packaging. If this is the desired use case of your bag, let us know and we leverage our experience to go above and beyond to ensure that your bags perfectly meet your expectations. For all of our recommended food bags, see our catering bags guide.

Yes, and we recommend that you choose to do so to take advantage of extra benefits and lower unit costs. For instance, on orders of over 10,000, you can change the handle placement of flat handle paper bags, increasing the print area. Further, for orders over 10,000, we can guarantee your paper bags are made from 100% recycled paper, and we can also make your bag to any bespoke size requirement.

All our printed paper bags are made from recyclable materials, meaning your customers can easily recycle them at home.

Yes, both sides of the bag can be printed.

No, paper bags are not water resistant, however, they will withstand a certain amount of rain before the water affects the bag’s integrity. If this is a particular concern, we recommend a plastic bag or fabric bag instead which will withstand rain and general water exposure more suitably.

Our printed paper bags are made from kraft paper.

Paper bags have come a long way over time and are strong enough for any use case. However, of course compared to plastic which is a much stronger and resilient material, a paper bag is more susceptible to issues such as tearing and water damage.