BOPP vs Vinyl
BOPP vs. Vinyl. Have you heard of either material for stickers or labels?
Are you choosing the correct material for your labels and stickers? Vinyl stickers and labels are common terms. The term is a common buzzword, but the material itself isn’t used as often for custom-printed product labels by industry and promotional stickers. Vinyl is great for wraps around cars and large windows; however, what you may be actually looking for is BOPP.
An Inside Look into Vinyl
Let’s dive into the details and figure out what is best for you. Vinyl is a type of plastic that comes from a term we can recognize as PVC, evolving from crude oil and chlorine. PVC is used in construction materials and many other industrial situations. This material is very rigid and not very flexible. This material is thin and will not mold to curves very well. When cut, it creates carcinogens and releases toxins into the environment. I often tell customers that you can smell vinyl, and if you are sensitive, it can cause headaches from all the chemicals. Vinyl is great for flooring, vehicle wraps, and large windows or sidings, but what you may really be looking for regarding your product labels or bumper stickers is BOPP. BOPP is short for Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene. BOPP labels are extremely durable, waterproof, and oil-resistant.
Everything You Need to Know About BOPP
One of the best features of using BOPP and why we use it here at Sticker Mountain is because it is flexible, durable, and cost-effective, as well as it will mold to most applications. BOPP also has a special feature when applied to your products. If you quickly place it and need to pick it up, you can reposition it and mold it to your specific containers. Over the next 24-hour period, BOPP will adhere to the surface, thus making it strong, waterproof, and durable for most harsh environments. BOPP will also accept our eco-friendly inks and leave the image looking more vibrant. Oh, wait…the best is yet to come. BOPP is much more cost-effective. Vinyl is expensive, but BOPP will save you money. So make sure if you are ordering labels or stickers, that you are using BOPP. It has many advantages: it prints better, adheres better, is flexible, and saves you money.
Now that you know more about BOPP and vinyl stickers or labels, why don’t you explore our embellished labels?
Sticker Mountain offers a range of embellished labels, including foils, raised spot UV label printing, and soft-touch matte lamination, to elevate the look and feel of your products. Ready to transform your labels? Contact us today to find the perfect solution for your needs and see the Sticker Mountain difference!
