Compostable Wedding Cake Box Lid 14x14x2.5 Inch - Pack of 50

14 Inch Compostable Wedding Cake Box Lids for Professional Cake Transport

In stock. Complete your large square cake boxes with these compostable wedding cake box lids measuring 14 x 14 x 2.5 inches. Supplied in a wholesale pack of 50 lids, they are suitable for wedding cakes, celebration cakes, tiered-cake components and other large bakery orders.

The square 14-inch format is designed for use with a compatible cake box base of the same size. Once fitted, the lid creates an enclosed outer package that helps shield the cake from dust, incidental contact and handling during customer collection or transport.

Each lid has an approximate depth of 2.5 inches. This measurement refers to the lid section rather than the total height of a completed cake box. The final usable height will depend on the compatible base used with the lid.

These lids are particularly useful for professional cake makers, bakeries, patisseries, wedding-cake specialists, event caterers and hospitality businesses preparing larger cakes for collection or delivery.

This listing contains lids only. A compatible base must be ordered separately to create a complete wedding cake box.

Explore more sizes and styles in our Cardboard Cake Boxes collection.

Wedding Cake Box Lid Specifications

Key Features and Benefits

• 14-inch square format: designed for compatible 14-inch wedding cake box bases
• 2.5-inch lid depth: contributes additional height when combined with the matching base
• Compostable design: provides an alternative to conventional plastic cake packaging
• Lid-only supply: useful for businesses that already stock the compatible cake box bases
• Enclosed presentation: helps reduce direct contact with cakes during normal handling
• Professional appearance: suitable for wedding, birthday and celebration cake orders
• Flat and practical to store: convenient for bakery stockrooms and cake-decorating studios
• Wholesale pack of 50: suitable for professional cake makers and regular commercial use

Ideal for Wedding Cakes and Large Celebration Cakes

These 14-inch cake box lids are suitable for a range of professional cake orders when paired with the correct box base.

Typical applications include:

• Wedding cakes
• Engagement cakes
• Anniversary cakes
• Birthday cakes
• Christening and naming-ceremony cakes
• Corporate celebration cakes
• Large square sponge cakes
• Fruit cakes
• Tiered-cake sections transported separately
• Cakes prepared for customer collection
• Event and hospitality catering

The lid should be used as an outer packaging component rather than as direct support for the cake. Place the cake on a suitable cake board or drum before positioning it inside the box base.

Understanding the 14 x 14 x 2.5 Inch Size

The stated lid measurements are approximately:

• Length: 14 inches
• Width: 14 inches
• Depth: 2.5 inches
• Metric equivalent: approximately 355 x 355 x 64mm

The 14-inch measurement normally refers to the nominal box size. The practical internal space may be slightly smaller because of folds, edges and the way the lid fits over the matching base.

A 14-inch cake board may have limited clearance inside a nominal 14-inch box. Measure the cake board, decorations and finished cake carefully before ordering.

The 2.5-inch measurement is the depth of the lid section only. It does not represent the full internal height of the assembled wedding cake box. The total height will depend on the dimensions of the compatible base.

Lids Only – Matching Cake Box Bases Sold Separately

Each case contains 50 individual lids. Cake box bases, cake boards, drums and decorative accessories are not included.

This separate-component format is useful for businesses that:

• Already hold compatible 14-inch bases
• Use lids and bases at different rates
• Need to replenish damaged or missing lids
• Want to manage cake-box stock as separate components
• Prepare a range of cakes using different base depths

Only use a base specifically confirmed as compatible with this 14-inch lid. A base from another manufacturer, product range or nominal size may not provide the intended fit.

Choosing the Correct Box for Your Finished Cake

When selecting a cake box, measure the complete finished product rather than relying only on the baking tin size.

Allow space for:

• The cake board or drum
• Buttercream and fondant finishes
• Piped borders
• Sugar flowers and decorations
• Chocolate panels and sails
• Ribbon around the cake board
• Support dowels or internal structures
• Protective clearance around the cake

The cake should not press against the sides or top of the assembled box. Contact with the packaging could damage icing, decorations or delicate finishes during transport.

For tall wedding cakes, confirm the combined height of the lid and matching base before ordering. Larger or multi-tier cakes may need to be transported in separate sections and assembled at the venue.

Cake Box Assembly and Packing Guidance

• Assemble the compatible base on a clean, flat surface
• Place the completed cake on a suitable cake board or drum
• Lift the cake using the board rather than holding the cake itself
• Position the cake centrally inside the box base
• Check that decorations remain clear of the sides
• Fit the lid carefully over the compatible base
• Avoid allowing the lid to touch the cake or decorations
• Check that the lid is sitting evenly around the base
• Carry the assembled box from underneath
• Keep the box level throughout collection and transport

The cardboard packaging provides an outer protective enclosure but does not prevent movement by itself. The cake should be placed on a correctly sized cake board and transported on a flat, stable surface.

Professional Packaging for Cake Collection and Delivery

A correctly assembled wedding cake box helps create a clean and professional presentation when handing an order to a customer or venue.

For safer cake transport:

• Keep the box upright and level
• Carry it from underneath with both hands
• Avoid placing heavy items on top
• Use a flat vehicle floor or stable loading surface
• Prevent the box from sliding during travel
• Protect it from rain and excessive moisture
• Keep it away from direct heat and sunlight
• Transport delicate tiers separately where appropriate

The lid is not designed to support the weight of the cake. Always lift and move the complete box by supporting the base.

Composting and Responsible Disposal

This product is described as compostable. The correct disposal route may depend on the materials used, any coatings or adhesives, the relevant certification and the composting facilities available in your area.

For responsible disposal:

• Remove food residue where practical
• Separate non-compostable labels, tape or decorations
• Check whether commercial composting is required
• Follow the manufacturer’s disposal instructions
• Confirm acceptance with your local authority or waste contractor

Do not describe the lid as home compostable unless the packaging or manufacturer documentation specifically confirms this.

Explore More Wedding Cake and Bakery Packaging

Browse our full range of Cardboard Cake Boxes for additional sizes and formats.

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Storage Guidance

Store unused lids flat in their original packaging in a clean and dry location. Protect them from moisture, dust, crushing and strong odours.

Do not store the lids next to open flames, direct heat or areas where they may become damp. Cardboard-based packaging can lose rigidity if exposed to excessive moisture.

Keep the lids covered until required so they remain clean and ready for bakery use.

Free Next Working Day UK Mainland Delivery

Free next working day delivery is available on qualifying UK Mainland orders over £100 excluding VAT placed before the daily 15:00 cut-off.

Weekends, bank holidays, remote locations and delivery restrictions are excluded. Saturday delivery is available as a paid service. Deliveries to the Highlands, Islands and Northern Ireland may take longer.

Frequently Asked Questions About the 14-Inch Cake Box Lid