Materials & finishes

The right material depends on where the sticker or label ends up: indoors or outdoors, chilled, handled or applied by machine.

Materials

Coated paperSharp, bright print for product labels and stickers used indoors.

Uncoated paperNatural look and feel. Can be written on.

Polypropylene (PP)Water and tear resistant. White, clear or metallic.

Polyethylene (PE)Flexible. Suited to squeezable bottles and tubes.

Polyester (PET)Durable and heat resistant, for technical and industrial labels.

Thermal paperFor labels overprinted later with barcodes or prices.

PermanentStays on for the life of the product.

RemovablePeels off cleanly without residue.

Freezer gradeHolds on chilled and frozen packaging.

Gloss laminationProtective film with a glossy surface.

Matte laminationProtective film with a soft, non-reflective surface.

VarnishFull-surface or spot varnish for protection or effect.

Die-cuttingAny outline, cut to shape.

PerforationTear lines between labels or sections.

Slitting & rewindingRolls cut and wound to your width, core and direction.

Not sure which material fits? Describe the application in your quote request and we will recommend one.

Send us the specs. We reply with a price and lead time.