Cup lids and sleeves guide for Riyadh cafés
Choosing cup lids and sleeves for Riyadh cafés is the step after the cup. The lid has to fit the rim, and a sleeve is only for the hot cups that need one. This guide is for cafés, restaurants, caterers and offices in Riyadh. It follows the cup lids page and the accessories page: flat, dome, sip and paper lids, when a sleeve helps, and the carriers listed for more than one cup.
Key takeaways
- Flat lids have a sip hole and are described for hot drinks. Sizes listed are 8 oz to 22 oz. Material is PP or CPLA (compostable).
- Dome lids add headroom for whipped cream, foam and toppings. Sizes listed are 12 oz to 22 oz. Material is PP or PET.
- Sip lids have an integrated opening, so no straw is needed. Sizes listed are 8 oz to 16 oz. Material is PP.
- Paper lids are recyclable paper lids. Sizes listed are 8 oz to 16 oz.
- A sleeve protects the hand from a hot drink. A double wall cup often removes the need for one. Ripple cups are supplied plain, with no logo.
- Carriers are listed as a 2-cup carrier for 4 oz to 16 oz, and a 4-cup carrier for 4 oz to 22 oz.
Flat, dome, sip and paper lids
Royal Pack lists four lid types. The same four are on the lids page and the accessories page. Confirm the rim diameter, the material and the fit before you order.
Flat lids
A flat lid is the classic low lid with a sip hole. The pages describe it as ideal for hot drinks, and as a low-profile closure that helps reduce spills on takeaway. Sizes listed: 8 oz to 22 oz. Material: PP or CPLA (compostable).
Dome lids
A dome lid gives extra headroom for whipped cream, foam and toppings. The pages describe it for cold drinks that need that space. Sizes listed: 12 oz to 22 oz. Material: PP or PET.
Sip lids
A sip lid has an integrated sip opening, so the drink does not need a straw. The pages describe a secure fit for customers on the go. Sizes listed: 8 oz to 16 oz. Material: PP.
Paper lids
A paper lid is the recyclable paper option, for a comfortable drink with less plastic. Sizes listed: 8 oz to 16 oz. The material listed is paper.
Flat, dome, sip and paper lids compared
These are the four lid types, with the drink, the sizes and the material stated on the lids and accessories pages.
| Lid | Best for | Sizes listed | Material |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat lid | Hot drinks. A sip hole and a low closure that helps reduce spills | 8 oz to 22 oz | PP or CPLA (compostable) |
| Dome lid | Cold drinks that need room for whipped cream, foam or toppings | 12 oz to 22 oz | PP or PET |
| Sip lid | Drinking on the go, with no straw | 8 oz to 16 oz | PP |
| Paper lid | A recyclable paper lid | 8 oz to 16 oz | Paper |
Match the lid to the cup size
The ounce mark is not the whole fit. Two cups with the same ounces can have different rim diameters. The lids page asks you to confirm rim diameter, material and fit with Royal Pack before ordering.
For which ounce suits espresso, a latte or a larger drink, start with paper cup sizes for cafés in Riyadh. Then come back here for the lid.
The accessories page includes a compatibility chart. Use it with the size ranges above, and still confirm the rim:
- Flat, sip and paper lids are marked for 8 oz, 9-10 oz, 12 oz and 14-16 oz.
- Dome lids are marked from 12 oz, including 14-16 oz and 18-22 oz. They are not marked for 8 oz or 9-10 oz.
- Flat lids are also marked for 18-22 oz. Sip lids and paper lids are not.
- 2.5 oz, 4 oz and 6-7 oz are not marked for these four lids.
When a sleeve is needed
An insulating sleeve protects the hand from a hot drink. On the accessories page, sleeves are available plain or custom printed. Three options are listed:
- Standard kraft: natural brown cardboard.
- White sleeves: a clean surface for full-color printing.
- Custom printed: your logo, a message, or a seasonal design.
Whether you need a sleeve depends on the cup wall. The guide to single wall vs double wall paper cups sets that out for Riyadh cafés:
- A hot drink in a single wall cup is commonly used with a sleeve.
- A double wall cup has a second layer with an air gap. It is more comfortable to hold, so a separate sleeve is often not needed.
- A ripple wall cup has a textured outer layer for grip. Ask whether a sleeve makes sense for your drinks. Ripple wall cups are supplied plain, with no logo. The texture is the look, so do not plan a logo on that cup. A printed sleeve is a separate item if you want a mark where the hand sits.
The accessories chart marks a sleeve for 8 oz, 9-10 oz, 12 oz and 14-16 oz. It does not mark a sleeve for 18-22 oz, or for 4 oz and 6-7 oz. Confirm the size with the team.
Cup carriers for more than one cup
The accessories page lists sturdy cardboard carriers for takeaway and delivery:
- A 2-cup carrier fits 4 oz to 16 oz cups.
- A 4-cup carrier fits 4 oz to 22 oz cups.
The chart matches those ranges. The 2-cup carrier is marked from 4 oz through 14-16 oz, and not for 18-22 oz. The 4-cup carrier is marked from 4 oz through 18-22 oz. Neither is marked for 2.5 oz.
How to order lids, sleeves and carriers
Tell Royal Pack the cup, the size, and the lid, sleeve or carrier you need. Confirm the rim diameter, the material and the fit. The accessories page asks you to confirm the specification and availability for the order.
- Pick the lid from the table above.
- Decide single wall, double wall or ripple, and whether you want a sleeve. Leave ripple cups plain.
- Add a 2-cup or 4-cup carrier when the order leaves with more than one cup.
- Request a quote or Request Free Sample.
Ask the team to confirm the quantity for the lids, sleeves or carriers in that quote.
Frequently asked questions
Which lid suits hot coffee, and which suits a cold drink?
Flat lids are described for hot drinks. Dome lids add headroom for whipped cream and toppings on cold drinks. Sip lids are for drinking without a straw. Paper lids are the recyclable paper option. Confirm the rim diameter of the cup you choose.
Do an 8 oz cup and a 12 oz cup take the same lid?
Not always. Flat, sip and paper lids are listed from 8 oz, and dome lids from 12 oz. Cups with the same ounce mark can still have different rims, so confirm the fit. See paper cup sizes for cafés in Riyadh.
Do I need a sleeve with a double wall or ripple cup?
A double wall cup is more comfortable in the hand, so a separate sleeve is often not needed. A hot single wall cup is commonly used with a sleeve. Ripple wall cups are supplied plain, with no logo. See single wall vs double wall paper cups.
Which cups fit the 2-cup and 4-cup carriers?
A 2-cup carrier fits 4 oz to 16 oz cups. A 4-cup carrier fits 4 oz to 22 oz cups. Both are the cardboard carriers listed for takeaway and delivery.
How do I request lids, sleeves or a free sample?
Open the lids page or the accessories page, then request a quote or Request Free Sample. Tell us the cup size and the lid, sleeve or carrier you need.
Request a quote from Royal Pack in Riyadh
Tell us the cup, the size and the lid. Request a quote or Request Free Sample.
You can also reach our Riyadh team on +966 55 624 0690 or at sales@theroyalpack.com.
Set the cup size with paper cup sizes for cafés in Riyadh, then the wall with single wall vs double wall paper cups.