Paper Bubble Wrap – Plastic-Free Cushioning | Pack Exact

Paper Bubble Wrap

Plastic-free cushioning with a familiar, bubble-like structure. Paper bubble wrap protects surfaces and absorbs impacts while supporting recyclable, paper-first packaging.

Explore complementary ranges: Paper Rolls · Imitation Kraft Rolls · Kraft Paper Sheets · White Paper Sheets · Coloured Tissue Paper. Compare to plastic formats: Small Bubble Wrap · Large Bubble Wrap · Bubble Pouches · Anti-Static Pouches. Finish with Cardboard Boxes, Cardboard Sheets and Packing Tape.

What is paper bubble wrap?

An engineered paper cushioning with a raised, bubble-style texture that traps air pockets between layers. It wraps neatly around products, offering surface protection and impact absorption—without plastic films.

Why choose it

Choose paper bubble when you want curbside-recyclable protection and a natural, brand-friendly look. It’s clean to use at the bench, easy for customers to dispose of, and pairs perfectly with paper outers.

Where it works best

Retail & gifting: cosmetics, candles, ceramics and homeware with a premium unboxing feel. Add coloured tissue for presentation.

eCommerce & subscription: repeatable wraps that pack quickly and look great in postal boxes.

Glass & fragile finishes: layer around edges/corners; add cardboard sheets as stiffeners for flat faces.

Plastic-free sets: combine with paper mailing bags or cardboard boxes for fully paper-based packs.

Benefits & features

Plastic-free cushioning

Paper structure creates protective cells for everyday impact resistance and scuff control.

Neat & brandable look

Warm, natural finish complements eco-led brands and giftable products.

Easy to recycle

Single-material paper simplifies customer disposal and closes the loop.

Paper bubble vs other options

Option Best for Pros Consider
Paper Bubble Wrap Plastic-free cushioning Recyclable, premium look For heavy impacts, add corner/face stiffeners
Small Bubble Wrap Close-fit surface protection Highly conformable Plastic film; consider end-of-life
Large Bubble Wrap Bigger voids, heavier items High impact absorption Bulkier finish in box
Paper Rolls Light wrap & void fill Low cost, recyclable Less cushioned than bubble structures
Bubble Pouches Fast packing of repeat SKUs Slip-on speed, tidy Fixed sizes; plastic film
Tissue Paper Presentation & scratch-free lining Premium colours, soft finish Not impact-cushioning alone

For dense or brittle products, pair with double wall boxes and cardboard sheets to stiffen faces.

Packing tips

Layer by risk: wrap corners/edges first; use extra turns for glass and ceramics.

Minimise void: right-size your box and add crumpled paper rolls where gaps remain.

Face protection: place sheets against screens/artwork to prevent pressure marks.

Paper Bubble Wrap – FAQs

For many light-to-medium duty applications, yes. For heavy/large items or long transits, add face stiffeners and consider large bubble or a double wall outer.

It’s paper-based and typically accepted with paper/card collections. Keep it clean and remove non-paper tape.

It’s low-lint in normal use. For ultra-clean presentation, line with white sheets or tissue.

Yes—especially with paper mailing bags for a fully paper pack. Ensure a snug fit to limit movement.

Pick kraft sheets/rolls for abrasion/void fill; choose paper bubble when you need extra cushioning without plastic.

Right-size cardboard boxes and seal with packing tape in an H-tape pattern. Add sheets for flat-face protection.