Boxes, whether wooden or metallic, are one of the most commonly sighted objects around us. It has been used extensively throughout the human history- be it in the form of trunks to carry objects, or trinket boxes as bridal gifts or gift boxes.

Boxes are often painted (painted boxes) to make it water resistant, rust proof, or simply- make it look beautiful.

There are several websites as well as local stores that sell painted boxes that range from big painted boxes like antique trunks to small painted boxes like trinket boxes and beautiful small gift boxes.

These are quite competitively priced and are easily available. And if you have a creative bent of mind, creating your own painted box from household items will not be difficult.

Water based colors, color wrappers, ribbons, glues, pins, tapes, wires, paper cuts, toy boxes; almost everything that you can possibly lay your hands on, can be utilized in making your own painted boxes.

If you are hard pressed for time, you can buy it from your local stationery shops or from the various online stores at prices a low as $1 or even less!

Painted boxes that are purchased from online shops can be further personalized by adding decorative like ribbons, paper cuttings and colors. Single-colored painted boxes can be personalized in such varied ways to suit specific purpose.

There are almost uncountable designs, shapes and colors of painted boxes that are available in the market; and add to it the numerous ways in which they can be further personalized.

If you have spare time and skill, it is recommendable to buy plain colored boxes, so that you can add decorative according to your need and purpose.

This also helps you in comparing prices across various online shops and getting the best deal, at the end of the day.