Choosing the right sticker type for your project can be a daunting task, but understanding the properties of each type can make your decision easier. Below, we've broken down our sticker offerings to help you select the best option for your needs.
Most Popular Options
With so many stickers to choose from, we have selected the four most popular sticker types that are ideal for a wide range of projects. Our Super Matte stickers are highly favored by designers and illustrators for their durability, protective soft matte coating, and long-lasting performance. Standard Matte stickers, while lacking the protective coating, offer vivid colors and excellent flexibility, making them a top choice for sticker sheets and tight curves. Super Gloss stickers are known for their shiny finish and protective coating, ensuring vibrant and eye-catching colors. Finally, Standard Gloss stickers provide a glossy finish and vibrant colors without the added protective coating, offering a great balance between shine and affordability.
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Standard Matte Die Cut Stickers
Comparison of our Super Gloss and Super Matte Stickers
Sticker Type | Durability | Water & Humidity Resistance | Adhesive Strength | Color Vibrancy | Dishwasher Safe |
Super Matte | 4 - 5 years | Excellent | High | High | Yes |
Standard Matte | 3 years | Good | High | High | Yes |
Super Gloss | 4 - 5 years | Good | High | Very High | Yes |
Standard Gloss | 3 years | Good | High | High | Yes |
Special Notes:
All these options are multi-use and the most popular stickers for everything from indoor to outdoor use.
Our standard range has no protective coating, meaning it is thinner and can easily wrap around tight objects.
Super Matte and Super Gloss will be slightly thicker but will last longer.
General Stickers
Sticker Type | Durability | Water & Humidity Resistance | Adhesive Strength | Color Vibrancy | Dishwasher Safe |
Permanent Gloss | 4 - 5 years | Excellent | Extreme | Very High | Yes |
Permanent Matte | 4 - 5 years | Excellent | Extreme | Medium | Yes |
4 - 7 years | Excellent | Extreme | Very High | Yes | |
3 years | Good | Medium | High* | Yes | |
3 years | Good | Medium | Low* | Yes | |
2 months*** | Okay | Medium | High | No | |
2 months*** | Okay | Medium | Very High | No | |
5 years | Moderate | Medium | High | No |
Notes:
*Color vibrancy is dependent on the surface application. See: How do colors show up on transparent stickers?
***Estimate is based on outdoor exposure. After 2 months, colors will start to fade.
Dishwasher Resistance: The "Dishwasher Safe" column denotes the suitability of each sticker type for dishwasher applications. All sticker types are classified as "Yes" for dishwasher resistance, indicating their capability to withstand dishwasher conditions. In contrast, sticker rolls are designated as "No," signifying that they are not suitable for dishwasher use.
Wine Labels: Requires curing time on the bottle surface. Proper adhesion is achieved after a period to ensure optimal performance.
Finding the perfect sticker type for your sticker sheets doesn’t have to be difficult. Discover our guide on sticker sheet stocks and explore our top picks here: Learn More About Sticker Sheets
Specialty Stickers
Specialty stickers offer unique finishes and effects but come with certain limitations. Due to the materials used, color accuracy and vibrancy can be affected, as these materials are not inherently white. For example, holographic stickers may have less vivid colors without a white underlay. To achieve the best color results, we offer a white underlay option for holographic stickers, which enhances color vibrancy and detail. Consider these factors when selecting specialty stickers for your project to ensure they meet your expectations.
Holographic Glitter stocks with white underlay applied
Black ink is the most popular choice for our specialty stocks. (Matte Gold Sticker)
Sticker Type | Durability | Water & Humidity Resistance | Adhesive Strength | Color Vibrancy | Dishwasher Safe |
Up to 5 years | Good | Very High | Low | Yes | |
Up to 5 years | Good | Very High | Low | Yes | |
2 - 3 years | Good | High | Low* | Yes | |
2 - 3 years | Good | High | Low* | Yes |
Notes:
High color vibrancy is achieved with a white underlay.
Industrial Grade
Our Industrial Grade stickers are engineered to withstand harsh conditions, making them suitable for applications requiring robust performance and durability. Ideal for difficult applications, textured surfaces, and environments exposed to harsh chemicals and oils.
Sticker Type | Durability | Adhesive | Water Resistant | Color Vibrancy | Dishwasher Safe |
Up to 7 years | Ultra High | Yes | High | Yes |
To ensure you select the perfect sticker for your project, we highly recommend ordering our sticker sample pack. This allows you to see the quality firsthand and test the stickers on various applications. Order your sticker samples here.