White Paper Bags

The minimum order quantity depends on the level of printing and customisation you require. Single-colour printed paper bags start from 100 units, while multicolour printing starts from 5,000 units. For 500 bags or less, only white or kraft bags are available. For fully bespoke paper bags, including custom sizes, specifications and wider print options, the minimum order is 10,000 units. Buying in wholesale brings down the cost per unit (the larger the order, the lower the price each bag will cost)

On average, it takes around 3 weeks for us to manufacture, print and deliver your paper bags once your order goes through. For larger paper bag orders of over 5,000 units, lead times are typically around 6–8 weeks. Delivery times can vary depending on the quantity, bag specification and print requirements, and we’ll confirm these with you before your order is placed. If you need your bags by a specific deadline, let us know in advance and we’ll work towards it.

As part of our process, you will receive an artwork proof before production begins. We’ll work with you on any revisions and help tailor your design to the available print options. Production will only begin once you’re happy with the artwork and have approved it.

Yes, samples can be arranged so you can assess the bag, material, size and finish before committing to a full order. Availability may vary depending on the bag type, specification and the type of print requested. As far as possible, we aim to provide samples that closely reflect the final bag you are looking to create.

White paper bags are commonly used by businesses looking for clean and versatile branded packaging. The stark white background serves as a high-impact contrast to help a wide range of print and printing colours to stand out. They are popular for retail, gifting, events and promotional use, where the white surface provides a strong base for printed designs.

Printed paper bags are typically made from kraft paper, available in a range of weights, colours and finishes. This kraft paper can be bleached to create white finish or left unbleached for a natural brown appearance.

Yes, ordering paper bags in larger bulk or wholesale quantities is more cost-efficient, helping to reduce the unit cost as the order quantity increase. However, for orders that go over 5,000 bags, lead teams can increase. Delivery typically takes around 6-8 weeks for these larger orders, depending upon the specification and print.

Printed paper bags can carry many everyday retail purchases, but their strength depends on the paper weight, bag size and handle style. Generally, plastic bags resist moisture and tearing better. Tell us what your customers need to carry, and we’ll recommend a paper bag specification suited to the weight and intended use.

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.

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

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.

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 made from stone paper, potato starch and sugar cane are generally considered a more eco friendly option.

Paper bags can be personalised with your logo, branding or custom artwork. With a range of print options available depending on the bag type and order quantity, you can customise your paper bags to reflect the uniqueness of your brand. We can help tailor the print and specification to suit the look you want to achieve.

Twisted handle paper bags use rolled paper handles that are usually stronger whilst being more comfortable to carry. They tend to create a more presentable and premium finish. Flat handle bags use simpler folded paper handles. They are often chosen as the more practical and cost-effective option.

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.

Measure the width, bottom gusset and height of the bag, making sure the gusset is fully opened before measuring. Each dimension affects how the bag fits your products, with the width and height determining overall capacity and the gusset providing extra depth for wider or bulkier items. Paper bag dimensions are typically written as Width × Gusset × Height. For a full breakdown with diagrams and standard sizes, see our Paper Bag Size Guide.

We offer a range of printing options for paper bags spanning single colour and multicolour printing to CMYK full-colour designs. Single-colour printing is available from 100 bags, while multicolour printing typically starts from 5,000 units. Further bespoke print and specification options available on larger orders.

Yes, paper bags can be printed on both sides. You can use the same design on each side for consistent branding, or print something different on the back side to include extra messaging or another part of your design. Although the available print area and number of colours will depend on the bag style, material and printing method. We will work closely with you to ensure you get the right effect you desire from your print.