N.smith

09/03/2026

Your product is good.
Your packaging is on point.
You’ve paid for shelf space.

So why are shoppers walking straight past it?
Let’s talk about display solutions designed to drive real sales, not just take up space.

Your product is good.Your packaging is on point.You’ve paid for shelf space. So why are shoppers walking straight past it? In-store, attention is the most valuable currency - and crowded shelves make it almost impossible to stand out. If your product looks like everything else around it, customers...

23/12/2025

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
We look forward to working with you in 2026.
Please be aware we will be closed from 23rd Dec at 3pm and re-open 2nd Jan at 8am.

28/11/2025

Safe and Sound - Glass Bottle Packaging Solutions

Our courier-approved packaging solutions will ensure your fragile glass products reach your customers securely.

• Drop Tested
• Robust
• Courier Approved
• Sustainable

Want to find out more about glass bottle packaging?

Our glass packaging solutions will ensure your fragile glass products reach your customers securely. Drop Tested Robust Courier Approved Sustainable Want to find out more about glass bottle packaging? Glass Bottle Packaging Get in touch Get in touch! https://nsmithbox.co.uk/ contact

16/10/2025

Day Two at London Packaging Week — and we’ve won!

We’re absolutely thrilled to have been awarded “Most Sustainable Stand” at this year’s London Packaging Week!

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our stand — it’s been fantastic meeting so many people, passionate about packaging.


London Packaging Week

13/10/2025

We will be exhibiting at London Packaging Week 2025!
London Packaging Week

When: 15–16 October 2025
Where: Stand D20

Visit our stand to:
- Explore our latest product samples
- Get hands-on demonstrations
- Discuss bespoke packaging projects
- Chat with our experts about sustainability & cost optimisation

Let’s wrap your vision in something extraordinary. See you at

When: 15–16 October 2025Where: Stand D20 Visit our stand to: Explore our latest product samples Get hands-on demonstrations Discuss bespoke packaging projects Chat with our experts about sustainability & cost optimisation Let’s wrap your vision in something extraordinary. See you at ...

26/08/2025

Did you know over 70% of purchases happen in-store?

That’s why presentation matters. A well-designed Counter Display Unit (CDU) doesn’t just look good – it encourages customers to buy.

At n.smith, we create CDUs that combine style with strategy to help your products stand out.

👉 Read more on how CDUs drive sales:

That’s why positioning and presentation at the point of sale is so powerful - and why a well-designed Counter Display Unit (CDU) can make a big difference to your sales. At nsmithbox.co.uk, we specialise in creating CDUs that are not just attractive, but strategically designed to influence behavio...

21/07/2025

Are you making the most of your exhibition opportunities?

If you’re pitching to retailers, it’s not just your product that needs to impress – it’s the whole package.

Branded FSDUs let buyers visualise your product in-store, right there on your exhibition stand. They help you sell smarter, faster, and with more impact.

💡 Here's how we design FSDUs that sell: https://nsmithbox.co.uk/2025/07/15/display-stands-that-wow-bold-branded-and-built-to-sell/

Pairing your product with a professionally designed free-standing display unit (FSDU) is one of the smartest ways to convince retailers to stock your range. Built with retailers in mind Our FSDUs aren’t just for show – they’re built for shop floors. By presenting your product as a ready-to-dis...

18/07/2025

We will be exhibiting at the Home & Gift Show 2025 and would love to see you there!

For more information, please see below:

We would love to see you there on:Sunday 20th – Wednesday 23rd July 2025 Opening hours:Sunday - Tuesday, 9:30am – 5:30pmWednesday, 9:30am – 4:00pm Venue:Harrogate Convention Centre, King’s Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 5LA See you there!

15/07/2025

Getting your product stocked isn’t just about what’s inside the packaging.

Retailers want solutions that make their lives easier – and that includes how your product will look on the shop floor.

Pairing your product with a custom-branded FSDU gives you a ready-to-display retail solution that stands out at exhibitions and in-store.

👉 Learn how the right display can help you win more shelf space: https://nsmithbox.co.uk/2025/07/15/display-stands-that-wow-bold-branded-and-built-to-sell/

19/06/2025

Shipping glass always comes with risk. Whether it’s wine, spirits, or specialty glassware, breakages in transit can be costly, time-consuming, and damaging to your brand.

Our protective glass bottle packaging is designed to keep your products in perfect condition.

✅ Proven protective system – tested and courier-approved
✅ Fastest packaging method – saves time and labour
✅ Made in the UK from recycled materials
✅ Off-the-shelf availability for urgent requirements
✅ 1, 3, 6 bottle and magnum options – pack from 1 to 15 bottles with ease

Follow the link below to read more about how to keep your products safe during transit 👇

Shipping glass always comes with risk. Whether it's wine, spirits, or specialty glassware, breakages in transit can be costly, time-consuming, and damaging to your brand. Here's what to consider when dealing with product damage in transit - and how to prevent it from happening in the first place. Re...

28/05/2025

Whether you’re shipping 500ml or 5L tins, we have secure packaging that prevents spills, reduces returns, and saves you time.

Our unique paint packaging solutions are designed not only to reduce product damage but also to minimise material usage.

With just two inserts, your paint tins are held firmly in place—no need for excessive wrapping, void fill, or over-boxing. The result?

✅ Fewer damaged goods
✅ Faster packing times
✅ Lower packaging costs
✅ More sustainable shipments

Our efficient designs ensure your product arrives exactly as it left—clean, secure, and upright.

Get in touch with our team today:

📞 Call us on 0121 557 1891
📧 Email us at [email protected]

At N Smith, we design and manufacture reliable, environmentally responsible packaging solutions made specifically for the paint and coatings industry. Whether you're shipping 500ml or 5L tins, we have secure packaging that prevents spills, reduces returns, and saves you time. ✅ Courier-approved fo...