How to Choose the Right Board Grade for Your Packaging Choosing the right board grade is one of the most overlooked packaging decisions businesses make. Many companies focus on box size or design first, only to realise later that the packaging is either too weak to protect the product or far stronger than necessary, pushing costs up unnecessarily. Both mistakes are expensive. Board grade directly affects packaging strength, appearance, shipping performance, and cost per unit. Get it wrong and you risk damaged products, higher returns, or overspending on materials you do not need. Get it right and your packaging works efficiently, protects your products, and supports your brand without inflating