Print Quality & Materials

Print Quality & Materials

Scratch-off labels and scratch cards: how the panel works, hiding codes and what to test before a promotion

Print Quality & Materials

Removable, repositionable and static cling stickers: which adhesive comes off cleanly and where to use each

Print Quality & Materials

Event wristbands: Tyvek, vinyl and fabric bands, numbering and print that lasts the whole festival

Print Quality & Materials

Freezer, fridge and cold-chain labels: adhesives and facestocks that stay stuck on cold, wet packaging

Print Quality & Materials

Glow-in-the-dark, fluorescent and reflective printing: special inks and films for labels, signs and packaging

Print Quality & Materials

Domed labels and resin badges: how epoxy doming works and where a raised 3D sticker is worth it

Print Quality & Materials

Direct thermal or thermal transfer labels: printing barcodes and shipping labels that stay readable

Print Quality & Materials

Shrink sleeve labels for bottles, cans and jars: film choice, distortion artwork and short runs

Print Quality & Materials

Lenticular printing: flip, motion and 3D effects on cards, covers and packaging

Print Quality & Materials

Printing on promotional items: pad printing, screen printing, engraving and full-colour transfer

Print Quality & Materials

Printing on glass and ceramics: mugs, glassware, tiles and which method actually lasts

Print Quality & Materials

Printing on acrylic, metal and wood: rigid substrates for signs and awards