All You Need to Know About Bubble Stickers

Bubble Stickers are an extremely popular sticker solution used across various industries, including manufacturing, engineering, and sports awards. In today’s guide, we will provide a fully comprehensive overview of Bubble Stickers.

This guide will cover essential topics such as what they are, what applications they offer, and the benefits of their use. Once you’ve read this guide, you’ll be an absolute expert and well-positioned to make the most of your needs and requirements. 

What Are Bubble Stickers?

Unlike conventional flat stickers and labels, Bubble Stickers are a premium sticker solution coated with a thick polyurethane resin layer that creates an eye-catching 3D finish. In addition to their sexy appeal, the coated finish of these stickers makes them highly durable and maximises longevity beyond what you can expect with regular flat stickers and labels. 

In addition to their fierce durability, they are scratch-resistant, UV-resistant, and immune to almost everything the stereotypically glum British weather throws their way. Combining all these benefits, Domed Labels is an exceptionally premium yet cost-effective product for indoor and outdoor use. This allows our customers to improve their return on investment massively over time. 

Key Benefits of Custom-Printed Bubble Stickers

• Durability: As mentioned above, the critical benefit of bubble stickers is their durability. The thick polyurethane layer effectively barriers the sticker from its environment, maximising longevity and return on investment. 
• Three-Dimensional Appeal: It’s fair to say that these Labels are incredibly pleasing to the eye. Their raised and glossy feel grants them a premium look and feel and massively increases the product’s perceived value. Their attractiveness makes them ideal for businesses looking to amplify their branding and marketing efforts
• Customisability: One of the key benefits of our sticker offering here at BEE 4 is our immense customizability options. You can choose from a variety of shapes, sizes, adhesives, and custom designs that suit your needs. We are also one of the only UK manufacturers that can offer a range of foil/metallic finishes, which can elevate the premium feel of these shaped stickers even more!

To learn more about the benefits that Bubble Stickers have to offer, read our article on the 7 Reasons Your Business Needs Domed Labels.

How Are Printable Bubble Stickers Manufactured?

The manufacturing process is composed of several key stages. These run over these quickly. 

1. Printing: Bubble Stickers start their life cycle at a digital printer. We print your labels employing state-of-the-art full-colour printing technology, ensuring vibrant and long-lasting graphics. 
2. Cutting: Once printed, the stickers go to our cutting department. Our advanced cutting beds can accommodate custom sizes and shapes, ensuring that bespoke orders can be accommodated.
3. Dome: After cutting, this is where the magic happens. The neatly cut sheets are sent to our super-secret dome suite. A thick polyurethane resin layer creates the trademark 3D domed effect. Once applied, the Bubble Stickers are cured.
4. Pick, Pack, and Dispatch: Now that the Stickers have completed the full manufacturing process, our pick and pack department quantifies and quality assures. This ensures you receive the correct quantities you ordered and no quality issues. The order is then sent out to our happy customers.

Common Applications of Branded Bubble Stickers

Thanks to their extreme versatility, these stickers are used across various businesses and industries within the UK. Some of the most common ways that our vast customer base uses Labels are – 

What to Look out for when buying Bubble Stickers

If you’re looking to buy Bubble Stickers, there are a few key things to consider to ensure you get the best quality and return on your investment. Here’s some helpful tips for you – 

1. Supplier – The most crucial factor in the success of your investment is the supplier you choose to work with. In the UK, there are several different label suppliers. However, they vary significantly regarding their overall product quality, prices, and service. Here at BEE 4 Print, we are renowned for being the best sticker and label service, full stop. We have over 25 years of manufacturing experience, and you’ll be hard-pressed to find better pricing and service. We also offer more customisation options than any other UK supplier, enabling you to create a highly bespoke sticker that matches your precise needs and requirements. 

1. Minimum Order Quantities—Most suppliers in the UK have a minimum order quantity. This makes it very hard for small businesses looking for small amounts to get their foot in the door. However, we here at BEE 4 will accept any order. We will take you forward even if you want just 10 Bubble Stickers. We want to support small businesses! 
2. Lead Times – Another factor to consider is lead times. Lead times can vary significantly between suppliers. We here at BEE 4 work on a 7-10 day turnaround, a swift turnaround compared to industry averages. Our lean production line and effective systems enable us to produce your order faster than our competitors. 
3. Price— Now, down to the most significant factor: price. Again, price is a variable that will vary dramatically between suppliers. We boast the most competitive pricing structure anywhere in the UK. Don’t take our word for it; get a quote from us and try to beat it anywhere. Best quality, best price, fastest turnaround—that’s us. 

Bubble Stickers FAQ

Q: Are Bubble Stickers weatherproof?

Yes. They are highly resilient to the stereotypically awful British weather. For this reason, they are a top-rated sticker solution in businesses that operate under harsh working environments (manufacturing/engineering/ construction, etc.). They are also waterproof, scratch-proof, and UV-resistant. 

Q: What surfaces work best with Bubble Stickers?

Our stickers can be customised to adhere to many different surfaces. With over 25 years of experience manufacturing Stickers for various businesses, we can advise you on what material and adhesive will best meet your needs. 

Q: How long do they last?

The answer to this question depends on the type of environment they are put in. In harsh environments, you can expect 5-7 years of use. These Labels can last up to 7-8 years in low exposure conditions! 

Q: Do you offer Bulk Pricing Structures?

Yes, we offer generous discounts for larger enquiries. Please contact us to discuss your project and obtain a bespoke quote.

Q: What surfaces can they be used on?

Our Labels will bond to various surfaces, including plastic, metal, glass, wood and painted surfaces. We can also accommodate numerous other surfaces. Just get in touch to discuss

Tips for Maximising the Effectiveness of Bubble Stickers

To ensure you get the most out of your dome sticker order, here are a few steps – 

Surface Prep—Before applying, always clean and dry the surface area to which the sticker is applied. The sticker’s backing adhesive is sensitive to dust, oil, and moisture, which is particularly important in industrial settings. 

Suitable Temperature—When applying your sticker to a surface, try to do this at moderate temperatures. Although these stickers can withstand hot or cold temperatures, they perform best when applied at room temperature. 

Maintenance – Clean your stickers softly with a cloth or rag now and then to keep them looking fresh. Regular cleaning will help your labels maintain their shine.

Case Study 

Recently, our business was approached by a manufacturing firm that was struggling with its sticker and labelling solutions. They operated numerous plants that could be considered a callous working environment. The environment itself was hot, grubby and volatile. 

Because of this, the regular flat labels they were using to display critical health and safety information had a very short lifespan. This forced the business to spend a fortune on stickers and labels, hampering profitability. 

We introduced this customer to Bubble Stickers. They have never looked back since. Since their first order, the customers have estimated that they have cut down over 60% of their spending on sticker and labelling solutions annually. 

This case study is a testament to the durability and longevity of these hyper-resilient stickers. The customer has been with us ever since and orders tons of health and safety signage in addition to their sticker and label requirements. 

Why Choose Bee 4 Ltd for Bubble Stickers?

Boasting over 40 years in the print industry, BEE 4 is the UK’s leading Bubble Sticker manufacturer. Employing state-of-the-art technologies, our stickers are printed in luscious, full-colour digital print, ensuring crisp and vibrant prints every time.  

We are absolute experts at customisation. You won’t find another UK manufacturer as flexible to your needs as we are. In addition, unlike many of our competitors, we have no minimum order requirements and can offer a free sampling service to provide you with assurances of quality before you order. That’s how confident we are in our product. 

Our dedication to excellence has allowed us to acquire a broad customer base that spans numerous industries, including automotive, engineering, manufacturing, retail, and sports award companies. 

So, are you ready to elevate your sticker and label game? Contact us today to discuss your bespoke project requirements. We will tailor your sticker to your exact needs and send out a free sample before commencing full production. 

We look forward to working with you soon!