22 April 2026 · BOXART Editorial

The Mechanics of a Great Magnetic Closure

Magnet strength, ribbon tension and lid rebound — the details that turn a magnetic box into an object of desire.

A magnetic-closure box lives or dies on its click. We pair 5x2mm neodymium magnets with 1500gsm greyboard walls, tuned for lid rebound and satisfying alignment. Ribbon closures add tactility; concealed magnets keep the exterior clean.