Honeycomb Boards in South Africa
Rebul honeycomb boards are strong and lightweight paper-based boards. They are used for crates, pallets, inserts, dividers, signage, displays, furniture, composite panels, and protective packaging.
Easy to work with
NO Minimum Size Required
NO Minimum Order Quantity
Printable Surfaces
Custom Thicknesses on Request
Honeycomb boards are made from layered paper liners and a cellular honeycomb core. This structure helps distribute force across the board surface while reducing unnecessary material weight.
The result is a practical board material that’s strong, easy to handle, and a more sustainable alternative to heavier solid boards.
Honeycomb boards are used when the material needs to be lighter than wood, stronger than basic cardboard, and easier to customize.
Lightweight
Reduce handling strain when moving, packing, storing or transporting products.
Strong
The internal honeycomb core adds structure without needing heavy solid material.
Easy To Work With
Boards can be cut, shaped, glued, laminated and adapted to different applications.
Export-Ready
Wood-free packaging helps avoid fumigation delays for export shipments.
Material Composition
Honeycomb board is useful where weight, protection, recyclability and custom conversion all matter.
Reduces unnecessary weight while still providing a rigid panel structure.
Useful for lightweight furniture, door cores and internal panel applications.
Offers a more structured board format for applications needing extra rigidity.
Paper-based and recyclable, making it suitable for more sustainable packaging builds.
Applications
A versatile board material for packaging, logistics, display, furniture, industrial projects and lightweight protective structures.
Packaging & crates
Lightweight and custom-made crates, boxes, and packaging solutions.
Pallets & bases
Lightweight timber pallet alternatives for light to medium loads.
Inserts & dividers
Inserts and dividers to keep cargo in place or to pack multiple units during transit.
Displays & signage
Signage, POS displays, posters, and other communication and promotional media.
Furniture & panelling
Manufacturing of furniture from desks, tables, to cabinets and other interior s.
Rebul Honeycomb Board Options
Rebul honeycomb boards are available in Kraft Brown and White Graphic finishes. Giving you practical options for packaging, display, print, and industrial use.
Kraft Brown
A practical kraft-faced board suited to protective packaging, void filling, furniture cores, pallets, and general industrial use.
White Graphic
A cleaner white-faced board suited to retail displays, signage backing, POS displays and branded presentation applications.
Board thicknesses
Choose the board thickness that best fits your application and required rigidity.
| Board Thickness | Availability | Finish Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10mm | Standard | Kraft Brown / White Graphic | Suitable for void filling, inserts/dividers and general applications. |
| 16mm | Standard | Kraft Brown / White Graphic | Popular for displays and applications where thicker board is required thickness. |
| 22mm | Standard | Kraft Brown | Suitable where a stronger, thicker panel is required, such as manufacturing. |
| 35mm | Standard | Kraft Brown | Used for thicker board applications and heavier-duty requirements. |
| Custom | On Request | Subject to requirement | Custom sizes are available on request. Best achieved using standard boards or the closest suitable board combination. |
Board Selection Support
Different products require different board thicknesses, paper grades, core sizes and finishes. Send us information about your application and our team will recommend the most suitable honeycomb board.
Board Thickness
Select the correct thickness for the product load.
Paper Grade
Match the board construction to the intended use.
Compression Strength
Choose suitable performance for stacking and protection.
Surface Finish
Select kraft, printable or application-specific surfaces.
Core Size
Balance weight, strength and structural performance.
Final Application
Packaging, displays, furniture, protection or structural use.
Tested Performance
The 3-point bend test demonstrated that honeycomb panels can maintain structural behaviour under load while showing controlled deformation. This supports their use in applications where lightweight protection and stiffness are important.
Free Technical Resource
Use this practical guide to compare board options and prepare the information needed for a more accurate honeycomb board recommendation.
Available board thicknesses
Core and paper construction
Typical applications
Strength considerations
Storage recommendations
Handling guidance
Export suitability
Quote preparation checklist
How Honeycomb Works
Honeycomb board acts like a lightweight composite. The paper skins provide surface rigidity while the internal honeycomb cells spread load and reduce weight.
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Flat outer layers help create stiffness and a usable surface for packaging, display or panel work.
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The cellular core spreads force across the board instead of relying on a solid heavy centre.
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Less material is needed, which helps reduce weight without removing structural purpose.
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The combined layers create a practical strength-to-weight board for custom applications.
Project Value
Honeycomb boards can be converted into practical packaging and protection solutions around your product, space and handling requirements
Protect packed products
Use honeycomb boards to create protective packaging panels around valuable cargo.
Custom inserts & dividers
Use honeycomb boards to create protective packaging panels around valuable cargo.
Create lightweight pallets
Use honeycomb boards to create protective packaging panels around valuable cargo.
Displays
Use honeycomb boards to create protective packaging panels around valuable cargo.
Industry Applications
Honeycomb boards are used across packaging, manufacturing, product protection, furniture and display applications.
Manufacturing
Protect manufactured components, machinery and finished products.
Industrial Machinery
Lightweight protection, separators and custom crate components.
Furniture
Protect finished furniture, décor and fragile surfaces during transport.
Freight and Export
Reduce unnecessary packaging weight for suitable export shipments.
Complete Packaging Solutions
Honeycomb board is often one part of a complete protective packaging solution. Rebul combines it with custom supports, inserts, pallets and crates designed around your product and its journey.
Protective inserts
Internal supports
Paper pallets
Freight crates
Export packaging
Machinery packaging
Made-to-size solutions
FAQS
Are honeycomb boards strong?
Yes. The internal honeycomb core gives the board structure while keeping it lightweight.
Are honeycomb boards eco-friendly?
Yes. They are paper-based and recyclable.
Can honeycomb boards replace wood?
In many packaging, display, pallet and board applications, yes – especially where weight and fumigation are concerns.
Can the boards be cut into custom shapes?
Yes. Honeycomb boards can be cut into custom shapes for packaging, displays, inserts, dividers and other projects.
Which thickness should I choose?
That depends on size, weight, handling requirements and final use. Rebul can recommend the right thickness.
Need boards for your next project?
Get standard board pricing, available thicknesses, finishes and sheet options before requesting a quote. This helps you check suitability and budget upfront.
Need custom sizes or cut components? Standard pricing gives you a starting point. For custom board sizes, die-cut parts, furniture components or project-specific requirements, contact Rebul for a tailored quote.
How it works
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Tell us the application
Packaging, panels, inserts, displays, doors, or custom projects.
02
Discuss and recommend
We help match the board thickness and size to your requirement.
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Convert if needed
Boards can be cut or converted into project-specific formats.
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Material Sample
Inspect the board structure, surface, thickness and weight before placing a production order. Send us your intended application and we will help identify a suitable sample.
Inspect the board quality
Compare available thicknesses
Discuss the product load
Review the surface finish
Confirm the application
Receive packaging guidance
Start Your Enquiry
Include the product dimensions, approximate weight, required quantity and whether the project is for packaging, displays, furniture or another application.
Request a Quote
Share your required size, board thickness, application, and quantity. Rebul can advise on a suitable honeycomb board option for your project.
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