Choosing Custom Stickers: Die-Cut vs Kiss-Cut
Custom promotional stickers are incredibly popular for breweries, tech startups, and lifestyle brands. They are cheap, highly visible, and customers love putting them on laptops and water bottles. When you order custom shaped stickers, you will be asked to choose between Die-Cut and Kiss-Cut finishes. Understanding the difference is crucial for your specific application.
The Clean Look of Die-Cut
Die-cut stickers are all about the final visual presentation before the sticker is peeled.
- The Process: The cutting blade slices entirely through both the vinyl sticker and the paper backing.
- The Look: The final product is a custom-shaped sticker with no extra border, looking exactly like the shape of your logo from the moment you hand it out.
The Efficiency of Kiss-Cut
Kiss-cut stickers prioritize ease of use and peel speed.
- The Process: The blade only cuts through the top vinyl layer, leaving a larger square or rectangular paper backing intact around the custom shape.
- The Benefit: Having the extra paper backing gives your fingers something to bend, making the sticker incredibly fast and easy to peel off.
The Raven32 Recommendation
Your choice depends on how you plan to distribute them. As printing and promotional experts, we know that kiss-cut stickers are significantly easier to peel quickly, making them the much better choice for massive promotional giveaways or fast-paced coffee shops. Reach out to our team today to order your perfect custom decals.