Materials & durability
Sticky labels that stand up to the elements
Sticky labels are really versatile and their uses are many and varied, but we all know the slimy mess which results from paper labels mixed with rain. It needn’t be that way,…
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Materials & durability
Paper, vinyl and environmental claims explained, with practical checks for the surface and conditions your labels will face.
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Waterproof Stickers and Their Uses
Waterproof stickers and labels are designed to endure daily outdoor use and defy the wear and tear caused by the rough British weather. The stickers are excellent for using on…
Materials & durability
The Importance of Using Environmentally Friendly Labels
Choosing labels with an environmental aim is a purchasing decision, not just a design choice. Start with the packaging system you already use and ask what change you want the…
Materials & durability
Environmentally Friendly Labels: What Are Recycled and Biodegradable Labels?
Recycled, recyclable, biodegradable and compostable describe different things. Choosing a label starts with the packaging it will be applied to and the disposal route available to…
Materials & durability
Removal of sticky label residue: 10 tips
The safest way to remove sticky label residue is to start gently and match the method to the surface. A glass jar, painted cupboard and plastic case will not react in the same…
Materials & durability
10 Great uses for Waterproof Labels
Waterproof labels are hugely underrated in our honest opinion. They have a wide range of uses, from highly practical to entirely pointless (but fun), which we’d like to share with…
Materials & durability
6 Uses For Waterproof Vinyl Labels
Of the hundreds of labels we print, if we had to pick a favourite, it would probably be the waterproof vinyl stickers. We say this because they are so versatile and long lasting…