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Void Fill
Quick answer
Paper, loose fill and air cushions to fill empty space.
Void fill stops products moving inside the box, reducing damage and returns. We supply kraft void-fill paper for hand or machine dispensing, biodegradable loose fill, and inflatable air cushions. Choosing the right void fill lets you use a smaller box, cut packaging weight and protect your goods in transit.
Best for
- Stopping product movement in the box
- Right-sizing to a smaller carton
- Plastic-free protection (paper/starch)
- High-throughput despatch benches
Common sizes & specs
A quick reference — exact spec is on each product and its spec sheet.
| Kraft paper | Hand-scrunch or machine, recyclable |
|---|---|
| Loose fill | Starch-based, compostable |
| Air cushions | Low material per parcel (needs inflator) |
| Rule of thumb | Fill any gap larger than ~3cm |
What to check before ordering
- Right-size the box first to cut how much you use
- Paper vs loose fill vs air by product and eco goals
- Whether you need a dispenser stand or inflator
- The recyclable/compostable disposal route
Void Fill products
3 products
Kraft Void-Fill Paper — 400mm Roll
Recyclable kraft paper for hand-scrunch void fill.
Biodegradable Loose Fill — 400L Bag
Starch-based loose fill that dissolves in water.
Air Cushion Film — Sourced to Order
On-demand air cushion film for inflator machines.
Buying void fill in volume?
Void fill choice affects both protection and pack speed. For volume, kraft on a dispenser or an air-cushion system pays back — ask us to spec a setup and quote consumables.
Stocked, or sourced to order
We hold the fast-moving lines and source the rest through our UK supplier network — so you get one honest point of contact whether an item is on the shelf or made to order. We don't claim stock or delivery speed we can't meet.
Stocked lines
Core products we hold and despatch in listed pack sizes. Buy online at trade pricing.
Supplier network
Custom sizes, printed and specialist lines sourced to order. Priced per order, with a lead time confirmed up front.
New lines
Products being added to the range. Leave your email and we'll tell you the moment they land.
Specs, explained
- Void fill(Packing filler, Box filler, Dunnage)
- Material used to fill empty space in a box so contents cannot move in transit. Common types include paper, air pillows, bubble wrap and loose fill. More
- Kraft paper(Brown paper, Kraft wrapping paper)
- A strong, tear-resistant paper made by the kraft pulping process, usually brown. It is widely used for wrapping, void fill, mailers and paper tape. More
- gsm (grams per square metre)(Grammage, g/m2, Paper weight)
- The weight of paper or board expressed as grams per square metre. Higher gsm generally means a thicker, stiffer, more durable material. More
Bubble wrap vs paper void fill
Both protect goods in transit, but they do different jobs — one cushions the product, one fills the gaps.
Bubble wrap
Wraps and cushions the product surface.
Best for: Fragile items needing impact protection
- Absorbs shocks around glass, ceramics, electronics
- Small bubble for surfaces, large bubble for heavy items
- Recyclable at soft-plastic points (or paper bubble)
- Doesn't stop movement inside an oversized box
Paper void fill
Fills empty space so contents can't shift.
Best for: Stopping movement in the box
- Kerbside recyclable kraft paper
- Fast to scrunch and pack by hand or machine
- Right-size the box first to use less
- Less direct cushioning than bubble on its own
Common buyer questions
What packaging do I need for ecommerce orders?
A box or mailing bag sized to the product, void fill or bubble wrap so nothing moves, plus tape and a courier label. Right-sizing keeps postage and damage down.
What is the best void fill for fragile items?
Pair cushioning (bubble wrap) around the item with void fill (kraft paper or air cushions) to stop movement. Fill any gap larger than about 3cm.
Can you supply plastic-free packaging?
Yes — paper mailers, kraft void fill, paper gummed tape and compostable food packaging. We keep eco claims specific and accurate.
Which boxes fit Royal Mail Large Letter?
Boxes within 353 × 250 × 25mm post as a Large Letter. Our PiP postal boxes are cut to sit inside those limits so you pay the cheaper rate.
Guides for void fill
Warehouse Packaging
Specifying pallet wrap gauge, void fill, tape and labels for a despatch operation — and setting up reliable repeat supply.
Read guide
Ecommerce Packaging
How to choose between boxes and mailers, hit Large Letter rates, protect products and know when to move to bulk pricing.
Read guideBuying regularly?
Set up trade & repeat supply
If packaging is a running cost, a trade account keeps your regular lines on consistent pricing and makes reordering quick — with bulk quotes whenever volumes spike.
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Regular orders
Reorder your usual lines quickly, at consistent pricing.
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Bulk pricing
Case and pallet quantities priced to your volume.
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Custom quotes
Bespoke sizes and printed packaging, sourced to order.
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Trade account
One named contact who knows your account and products.
Void Fill — FAQs
What is the most eco-friendly void fill?
How much void fill do I need per parcel?
Do air cushion machines come with the film?
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