FAQs

Even if you choose no coating to be added to the tags after printing, if you make the paper selection with C2S (coated two sides) in the name, it comes to us from the paper mill with a coating on it. If you need to write on any printed item, uncoated paper is what is recommended because you can use stamps, markers, pens, and pencils on this material.

The Hang Tags product does not allow for multiple versions to be uploaded for a single quantity selection.

You will be required to order every hang tag version as a separate cart.

Please be sure to use the "Project Title" to help identify each individual items as they will all be the same specs.

Yes, it's 18pt Cougar brand paper, bright white, ideal for hang tags.

Yes, it's 18pt Cougar brand paper, bright white, ideal for hang tags. Is there any chance of getting a few examples before printing a full order to see the final product? You can choose a hard copy proof when you create your online order.

Sure, you can create your own file. Or you can use our template. If we don't have a template for the size you request, we can create one for you in case you need any help with setting it up.

By the nature of this product, the back side is not visible so we only print on one side.

The minimum distance is 0.125'' although 0.25'' is recommended. Make sure no important design elements, such as text and logos, are in the hanger drilling area.

You can download our design templates, these files indicate where the drilling is and they also contain all trim lines and safe zones.

In this case, you should choose 14pt Uncoated Card.

Cut to Finish Size means that the labels will be provided cut down to the size that was ordered. If, for example, the size ordered is 2"x3.5", the labels will be exactly 2"x3.5". They will not be on a roll or have a certain number on a sheet. If Avery-style label sheets are needed, these can be requested through a custom quote.

Yes, custom shapes can be ordered. As the shapes would be cut out with a die (think cookie-cutter style), it is possible that there is a die on hand in the desired shape or very similar. Therefore, it is best to reach out for a custom quote, and include the shape (often called a "Die Line") so that the die inventory can be checked.

Crack and Peel refers to the liner on the back of the label stock and means that it will have slits or scores that allow the liner to "Crack" into sections so that a small portion can be peeled off. This is very useful when hand applying labels, as it is much easier to position with the liner on. Once the label is in the proper location and stuck in place with the small exposed section of adhesive, the rest of the liner can be removed and the label smoothed onto the surface, which helps prevent crooked labels or wrinkles.

Cut-Sheet labels are not compatible with labelling machines. They are intended for hand application for test runs, if the container is not compatible with labelling machines, or if the labels will be handed out as promo items. Please visit the Roll Labels page if you want to use a labelling machine to apply the labels.

The best option to choose for labels that need to be written on would be the 60lb Uncoated Label. This material can be written on with pens, pencils, markers, and speciality writing devices without the ink smudging risk. 60lb Gloss and the Vinyl options can be written on, however only with a Sharpie-style marker and certain pens. If the ink is too watery, it will need to dry before being handled or else it could smudge or smear. Gloss or silk lamination is also compatible with markers and certain pens, but the ink might need to dry. As UV coating is oil-based, it will not work with any type of writing implement and should be avoided if the labels need to be written on.

If the product is oil or water-based or will be used in a damp environment (like in the shower or bathroom), the best material to choose would be one of the vinyl options or the clear gloss label. These are all made of plastic and will not break down or rub off if in contact with moisture, or be affected by oily products the way that the paper label stocks could. For additional strength and protection, lamination or UV coating can be added after printing to seal the surface.

Lamination is a thin plastic film that is bonded to the surface of the label. It is readily available in Gloss and Silk, but you can have other options through custom estimates. Because it is an actual film applied to the label, it adds strength, thickness, and protection to the surface. UV coating (sometimes called Liquid Lamination) is an oil-based liquid that coats the entire surface of the sheet and is cured by UV lights. This coating is only available in Gloss and Matte and is slightly less expensive than Lamination. UV coating protects the surface from moisture, wear, and fading, but does not add the same structure as Lamination.

Printing on clear material works best with black ink or very dark colours. Light colours are usually achieved by simply putting less ink onto white paper. But, as the material is clear, the lighter ink coverage just doesn't show up. Similarly, pictures or gradient effects don't have the same impact on clear as they do on opaque stocks and should be avoided. Therefore it is best to stick with solid vector shapes and thicker fonts in black or dark colours. The only way to use light colours on the clear stock would be to print the background of opaque white ink and then print on top of this solid area. This, and printing with only white ink, is only available through a custom quote request and ...

Yes, they are safe to use on photographic prints and are acid-free.

It is not possible for cut sheet labels, but it is for roll labels. We are not printing the white colour, anything that is white on the design will be transparent on a clear label.

MOQ for cut sheet labels is 10.