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Custom Tissue Paper Guide: Printing, Colors & Wrapping Options (2026)
Cubit Packaging Team
May 13, 2026
2 min read
Custom Tissue Paper: Complete Guide to Branded Wrapping
Custom tissue paper is the #1 unboxing experience element — it builds anticipation before the product reveal and is the most photographed/shared element on social media.
Quick answer: Standard 1-color printed tissue (20×30", 17 GSM) costs $0.08–$0.12/sheet at 2,000+ sheets. Colored tissue without printing costs $0.06–$0.10/sheet.
Price by Print Type
Standard 20×30" sheet at 2,000+ sheets:
| Print Type | Colors | Cost/Sheet | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plain colored (no print) | Solid dye | $0.06–$0.10 | Budget branded, accent color |
| 1-color logo | 1 spot | $0.08–$0.15 | Most popular, logo repeat |
| 2-color pattern | 2 spot | $0.12–$0.22 | Logo + accent pattern |
| All-over pattern | 1 spot | $0.15–$0.25 | Repeat pattern covering entire sheet |
| Full-color digital | CMYK | $0.30–$0.50 | Photographic, complex designs |
| Hot stamp metallic | 1 foil | $0.20–$0.40 | Gold/silver luxury accent |
Tissue Weight Guide
| Weight | Type | Feel | Opacity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 GSM | MG (machine-glazed) | Light, classic | Translucent | E-commerce, retail, most applications |
| 20 GSM | MF (machine-finished) | Soft, premium | Semi-opaque | Luxury retail, boutiques |
| 28-30 GSM | Acid-free | Thick, protective | Opaque | Archival, luxury clothing, delicate items |
Eco Alternatives: Honeycomb Paper
Honeycomb (hex wrap) paper is the eco replacement for bubble wrap:
- Cost: $0.05–$0.15/sheet
- Material: 100% kraft paper, no plastic
- Function: Stretches into 3D honeycomb for cushioning and wrapping
- Recyclable: ✅ Curbside recyclable, compostable
- Available in: Natural kraft, white, custom printed
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