Overview of paper decals and plastic decals

Plastic decals  and  paper decals  are two of the most common materials used on products we use every day. So how do we distinguish between them? Let's explore the  decal printing technology  of these two methods.

1. Similarities between paper decals and plastic decals

Whether they are paper or plastic decals, these decals must meet the following requirements:

1. Provide and present complete product information in a concise and succinct manner so that consumers can easily understand it.
2. As one of the tools to effectively promote a company's brand, logo, and products at a low cost when combined with other traditional methods to reach customers.
3. Decals applied to products are a simple and effective way to identify a company's brand and products.

Therefore, both paper and plastic decals perform the above functions and help companies promote their brand, image, and products to customers effectively and quickly without incurring excessive costs.

On the other hand, paper and plastic decals also have some similarities:

1. Structure: Both adhesive pads have 4 layers: the front layer, the adhesive layer, the silicone layer, and the backing layer.
2. Diverse uses: cosmetics, technology, electronics, household goods, etc.
3. Everything can be mass-printed.
4. It can be printed in many different shapes: circles, rectangles, squares, ellipses, etc.

Distinguishing between plastic decals and paper decals.

2. Differences between paper decals and plastic decals

Besides the similarities between paper and plastic decals, these two materials also differ in terms of printing materials and properties.

For paper decals

• Printing technology: mostly offset printing
• Ink: compatible with most types of ink.
• Short usage time
• Not waterproof.
• It has weak adhesion to the product surface and is prone to peeling off during transportation.
• It has a relatively low price.

For plastic decals

• Diverse printing: UV printing, offset printing, flexo printing.
• Printing ink: Depending on the type of plastic material, different types of printing ink are used, such as water-based ink, pigment ink, etc.
• They last longer than paper decals.
• In particular, the plastic film is waterproof, so it can be used on products stored in the refrigerator or submerged in water.
• The adhesive on the flexible plastic sticker is of good quality and won't peel off easily.
• The cost of printing plastic decals is high because they are made from high-quality materials and require specialized printing equipment.

Should I use paper decals or plastic decals?

In terms of durability and lifespan, plastic decals have many advantages over  paper decals . The production of  plastic decals  requires high-quality printing methods and modern techniques to create accurate prints, ensuring that the designs are not distorted during the printing process. Additionally, printing on plastic decals is also more expensive than printing on paper decals.

Considering the intended use and cost, businesses should carefully choose the appropriate label material for their products. For small products with a short lifespan and minimal exposure to water, businesses should opt for paper decals to save costs and increase product productivity. Conversely, for products that need to be used long-term and are important for promoting the company's image, plastic decals are a perfect choice.