How to Save Money on Printed Labels
How you can save money on printed labels and stickers
Save the pennies and the pounds will look after themselves. When it comes to business, making every penny count is more important these days than ever before. That is why we have put together some money saving tips for printed labels and stickers that could save you cash without cutting corners.
1. The material
We offer a choice of label materials to suit specific purposes in a range of prices. Speak to us about how your label will be used so we can advise you on the most cost-effective labels for your product. Your label could be over performing and wasting money but equally a label that is underperforming will need to be replaced, incurring additional cost. We can help you achieve the balance between quality and cost.
2. Testing
We strongly recommend that the material that you are considering is tested on your products, in the environment that they will be used, to make sure it holds up to the expected conditions. Knowing that the material choice is correct from the beginning brings peace of mind and saves any wasted time, labels and money later on. If you would like some of our samples to test, you can easily request a sample pack online here.
3. The printing method
Be sure to choose the right printing method for the most efficient label printing. Digitally printed labels are usually considered cheapest, but this isn’t always the case. Be sure to check with your printer if there is a cheaper method for your particular labels and stickers, and order quantity.
4. Colour
Use colour sparingly to help reduce the cost of label printing. It does not make any difference if you choose a two colour or full colour process, however, sometimes less really is more so if you are on a tight budget - stick to simple black and white labels for a cheaper option.
5. Size
If you don’t need a big label or can reduce the amount of text and the size of graphics, then reducing the size of your label could offer big savings on the cost of your labels.
6. Order more
Increasing your order can significantly reduce the cost per label. Don’t have space to store a large quantity of labels? Speak to our staff who may be able to help in providing suitable storage so you can benefit from the cost savings of a larger print run.
7. Proofing
Ask for a proof of your label so you can check what it will actually look like on your product. Although it sounds glaringly obvious, proofing labels properly is the best advice we can give customers when it comes to not wasting money. After going to print, changes cannot be made and there is nothing worse than having a mistake on a label and realising later. We would then say check again, have your beady eye grandmother check, and your neighbours and friends too. You can’t check a label too many times!
8. Ask your printer and be open to different ideas
We have a wealth of knowledge which we are always happy to share. For example, printing labels onto rolls is often more affordable than printing labels and then cutting them. Other tips such as roll position can increase efficiency plus reduce waste and cost. Not every option listed here will be appropriate for your particular use, but it is worth having a conversation to see what other ideas might help you to drive costs down for printed labels.
Costs stack up over time, so for professional advice on simple ways to reduce the cost of printed labels and stickers call or email us today.
