Frequently Asked Question

File Preparation and Troubleshooting

A bleed is when an image extends beyond the trim edge of the product. If your image is not white on all four sides, you will want to include bleeds in your files. Add 1/8” (.125”) to each side of the file. For example, for a 2” x 3.5” business card with full bleed, the image size should be submitted at 2.25” x 3.75”

Get a Product Template to start your design with these guidelines. For more information about Template Guidelines, Click Here.

Files can be uploaded through our website during the checkout process. Or, you can upload your files later by going to “My Account” and selecting your order number.

While PDFs are preferred and recommended for art uploads, we accept any of the following file formats:

Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
Adobe Illustrator (.ai, .eps)
Adobe Photoshop (.psd, .tif, .jpg)
Adobe InDesign
QuarkXpress(.qxd)


Visit our File Preparation Help Center for more info.

We cannot print from these files as they do not provide a file that is print-ready, which will cause a low-quality printed piece. You may try using FREE utilities such as PrimoPDF, which allow you to create a PDF document from these applications (or ANY other application). When creating the PDF, please adhere to Print Runners PDF guidelines. You may then upload this PDF to us for printing.

Safe area is the 1/8” margin that we require between the trim line and the text closest to the trim line.

Get a Product Template to start your design with these guidelines. For more information about Template Guidelines, Click Here.

UV coating cannot be written on. However, we do offer a matte or aqueous coating on several products which is writeable with most pens.

The only way to be certain you’ve uploaded the correct file is by double checking the file name prior to uploading the artwork. If you upload a PDF you will be able to see a preview of your file before placing your order.

Although it is not required, we encourage you to use our templates as this may prevent delays in processing your files. These templates include guidelines for bleed and safe area.

Download a Product Template to start your design with helpful guidelines. For more information about these template guidelines, Click Here.

We do not. However, uploading files can be accomplished through our website before placing your order.

You must upload artwork so that the finished piece backs up correctly. On two sided work, the head of one side backs up to the head of the other side. The head of a page is defined by the top of the rendered proof and the bottom is called the foot.

For folded products, we create a mock-up prior to approving the job to ensure the artwork is set up correctly. On jobs where the orientation is not so obvious, please describe how it should back up in the order notes.

For animated examples of how to rotate and orient your artwork, please refer to our:
Artwork Orientation Instructions

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). This is the industry standard process colors used in full-color offset printing. The combination of these four colors can produce a wide spectrum of colors. Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow combine to create the color, while Black is used to change the shade of the color.

Additional information about color can be found on the following page: Template Guidelines Explained    Converting your Colors for Print

RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue. These are most commonly used with web design, television screens and computer monitors but are not used in offset printing. RGB files should be converted to CMYK prior to uploading. Colors may need to be adjusted after the conversion and may not appear correct on your monitor.

Additional information about color can be found on the following page: Template Guidelines Explained    Converting your Colors for Print

Although Print Runner does not enforce a specific file size limit, we recommend uploading files no larger than 50MB. To reduce your file size, you can “zip” or “stuff” them.

Although we cannot guarantee your files will be archived for more than 90 days, we do make an attempt to store all client files on our servers. Print Runner may, at its discretion remove any files from our servers at any time. It is recommended that you maintain a copy of all our files. If you wish to re-order a specific project, please use our “re-order” tool available through Print Runner’s “My Account” section. A preview of your previous files may be available through this tool.

If your job has been placed on “Hold”, and a message states that your file is missing fonts, it may be possible to provide us the font file you used in your design. However, in most cases we require that you convert your text to outlines before uploading your files.

For more information about submitting your files, please visit our File Preperation Help Center.

Converting your text to outlines is the most effective way to ensure your typefaces look exactly as you designed them. Once text has been converted to outlines, it can no longer be typeset like standard text layers, so be sure to save your source files accordingly.

For detailed instructions on converting your text to outlines, or to find out if it is necessary for your file type please visit our File Preperation Help Center.

Print-ready files are files that contain adhere to Print Runner’s file submission requirements.

The difference between the 2 is that the cover stock is twice as thick as the book stock. 100# gloss book measures at .005 inches thick whereas 100# gloss cover measures .010 inches thick.

With Matte coating you will get a dull finish without gloss or luster. With UV Gloss coating you will get a high gloss finish that will have a nice shine and protection for your paper. Please note that you can write on the surface of a matte finished product with a ball point pen, but not on a surface coated with UV.

Glossy cards are not lower quality. The reason for this is that the manufacturing process to produce a matte finish costs a little more to produce. Also we run more UV gangs which help keep the UV costs low.

14pt C2S is a type of board stock that is coated on both sides and has a thickness of .014 inches. This stock is highly durable and is well suited for a variety of print products.

Yes we do. Most of our products have downloadable template for you to use free of charge. Please visit the product templates section of our website.

Shipping and Turnaround Time

Turnaround time for a print job where a PDF or Hard Copy proof is selected begins once the proof has been approved by you. If you did not select a PDF or a Hard Copy proof, turnaround time begins once your file is uploaded. If you approve your job by 4 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, turnaround time begins that business day. Also note that if we are unable to print your files because they do not conform to Print Runner’s file requirements, your job status will be put “On Hold” and your turnaround time will be reset.

Please visit our Turnaround page for more information.

Turnaround time varies with each product and begins once the submitted artwork has been approved. If no proof was requested, turnaround time begins the next business day if ordered before 2 PM Pacific Standard Time. For additional information visit the turnaround section on our website.

Turnaround time represents the business days required to produce the approved artwork. Shipping is based off the method selected at the time the order was placed, and is not included in the turnaround estimate.

Our primary method of shipping is via UPS. If you have an account with UPS or with a different shipper, you may provide Print Runner with your account number and we will arrange a pick up to fulfill your order.

Please note that business card orders under one pound are shipped using UPS Mail Innovations which takes 4-7 days to delivery and will be dropped off by the USPS.

Print Runner, Inc. is a commercial printer located in the city of Chatsworth in Southern California. We specialize in affordable high quality printing all of which is done in-house.

Our address is:
8000 Haskell ave.
Van Nuys, CA 91406.

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We do ship to Canada using UPS. Along with the shipping costs there will be an additional expense paid to the brokering company to cover taxes and duties applied to goods shipped from US to Canada.

We will email your tracking number to you once your job is ready for shipping. If you selected customer pick-up you will receive an email stating your job is ready.

I am sorry but no. We do not ship our products using USPS at this time.

UPS will not require a signature but the decision to leave a package without one is made by the UPS driver. The only way to make sure UPS does not leave the package at the door step will be to put a note on the door explaining that you do not want the package left outside.

Payment Options

Yes, we can accept payment by check. However, this process takes much longer than a credit card transaction. If you prefer to pay by check, you must mail in a completed order form including payment and print ready artwork. Once we receive the order it will be submitted but remain “On Hold” until the check clears with the bank. After the check has cleared, the standard turnaround time will apply.

If you are producing a product for resale and would like to provide us with your resale number, you will need to fax us a copy of your California Resale Certificate.

I am sorry but we are currently not offering terms to our customers at this time.

Your Order

You can check your order status by going to our website and clicking on the order status link on the home page of our website. You will be asked to enter your order/job number and order billing zip code or the email address and password that is listed on the account.

As a customer, you are responsible for the accuracy of your artwork. You are encouraged to carefully inspect the positioning, copy, and design elements in your art files before submitting them to us. Ordering a PDF or Hard Copy Proof affords you the opportunity to check for errors you wish to correct in your files prior to production.

Yes, you can upload files before placing your order.

Yes. We’ve provided a tool that allows your designer to upload files to your order/job using only the order/job number and billing zip code. Simply have your designer visit our website and click the green “Order Status” button.

If you use an address with an email filter that requires each sender to fill out a form, you may not receive our automatic email notifications regarding the status of your order. Print Runner is not responsible for automated email notifications that are redirected due to a customer’s email filter settings. It is the customer’s responsibility to check their “My Account” page or contact their sales person for the status of their order.

A request to cancel should be done by phone to prevent the job from moving forward in the production process. Cancelled orders require compensation for incurred costs and related obligations at the time of cancellation. Due to our company procedures, you may only cancel an order without incurring additional fees prior to preflighting of the artwork. All requests for cancellations after preflighting, or the approval of the artwork are subject to a minimum cancellation fee of 15%. No refunds will be given for orders cancelled after your job has been added to a Press Sheet.

If you have uploaded a PDF to the job an instant preview will be available. With the other file formats we apologize but the software we currently use does not support instant preview. For all copy critical jobs we suggest an electronic PDF proof be purchased. PDF proofs are sent out within 24 hours of the file being uploaded and is sent to the email address provided with the order.

Color copies do not print to the edge. There will be about a ¼" around the edge of the paper that will not include printing. If printing letter-sized copies you can print on a larger sheet of paper with bleeds and then trim off the edges.

You may go online and find the job you would like to re-order. Once you have found it you can click on the re-order button which will add that project into your shopping cart. From there you can follow your normal check out process.

PDF proofs are usually sent out within several hours but during certain circumstances it may take up to 24 hours.

The production process to produce round stickers is a lot more labor intensive and takes longer to produce. Rectangle stickers are gang-able items that can be printed and cut out quickly.

Yes, we do require payment prior to processing your order.

The lines on the corner of your PDF proof are crop marks. These show where the cutting will take place. These will not be on the finished material.

Once your files have passed our preflight file check you will receive an automated email letting you know your files are ok and ready for print. If the files are not print ready you will receive an email explaining what needs to be done to correct them.

This is due to the mail server that you currently use. From time to time a provider may mark something as junk even though our emails are not. You will want to contact your Internet Service Provider and explain to them that you do want to receive our emails. If you use a web based email service like Gmail, Yahoo or Hotmail you will need to contact them and explain the situation. Please note that you will also want to verify that we have the correct email address on file.

Restaurant Signs FAQs

You can use our website’s online design tool to create a design for your custom restaurant signs. The tool offers the same basic editing features available in professional design software: you can add images, text, shapes, lines, and colors to your custom signs.

The most popular restaurant signs that you often see in a restaurant include door signs, wall menus, promotional posters, sidewalk signs, among others

It depends on your needs and preferences. If you want to ramp up your promotions to your existing customers, displaying posters inside your restaurant could be an effective solution. If you want to drive more foot traffic, you can create custom sidewalk signs that call the attention of passersby and nearby pedestrians.

No, we don’t. Most of our custom restaurant signs, however, let you order as few as one (1) sign.

Packaging Stickers

Yes, we offer downloadable templates you can use for your label designs. These files can be found on the product page Templates tab. These are blank templates, but they come with the correct trim and folding lines to help you design according to print guidelines.

Yes. We offer free file reviews and can send a PDF proof file for approval. This helps you see if there are any errors or revisions to make before your order prints.

This depends on your selected product specs. You can use our order calculator to get an instant quote. Choose your preferred sticker size, shape, quantity, and material from the dropdown options and our website automatically generates the estimated cost.

Bulk Labels

You can order as few as 25 pieces on our custom bulk labels. If you require a specific amount that is not in the options that we’ve provided in our product calculator, don’t hesitate to reach out to us via email (customercare@printrunner.com) or phone (1-888-296-5760).

Yes, they do. You can get these custom labels printed in white vinyl sticker, which is water-resistant and ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications.

Our standard turnaround time is three (3) business days. However, if you are in a rush, our printing services can expedite the production to two (2) business days or next business day for an additional charge. Remember that business days do not include weekends or holidays.

Reviewing every submitted artwork is standard operating procedure for us. This is to make sure that we can spot any technical errors and correct them before printing.

Free ground shipping at PrintRunner is limited to qualified orders and only within mainland U.S. For shipments to Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada, additional charges may apply. Keep in mind that we only offer ground shipping and not freight shipping.

Business Labels

Yes, you can. The production time of our cut-to-size business labels can be expedited to 1 to 2 business days. For our roll business labels, rush orders are typically ready for shipping around 2 to 4 business days.

You can either upload your print-ready artwork on our website or use our intuitive online 3D design tool to create the design of your label. These options can be found just below the product calculator.

Yes, we do. Our prepress team reviews every uploaded artwork to ensure that any technical errors can be fixed before printing.

When uploading your artwork, you can request for a free PDF proof by clicking the I need a PDF proof option. You need to approve your PDF proof in your PrintRunner account if you find everything in order and there are no changes that need to be made. We cannot proceed with production without your approval.

It depends on the label format. Cut-to-size business labels have a minimum order quantity of 25 pieces while it’s at least 250 pieces for our roll business labels.

Custom Shape Stickers and Labels

Stickers and labels printed on cut-to-size format are individually cut and shipped in stacks. They are suitable for giveaways and for labelling a small number of items. Roll stickers and labels are made for fast and easy application since they fit most standard label dispensers. Sheet format lets you print multiple stickers in one sheet. The main advantage of this format is that the stickers can come in different shapes and designs.

Yes, we do. Depending on your chosen sticker and label format, you may opt for the following water-resistant materials: white vinyl sticker and BOPP. BOPP comes in white, clear, and silver metallic variants and can also withstand oil, moisture, and refrigeration.

You can use our website’s online design tool to create your own sticker and label design. Just click Design Your File Online once you are done selecting the specifications of your stickers or labels. We also offer blank templates that you can download for free. These templates are available in various sizes and have the correct bleed and trim lines. They are also compatible with most professional design software.

Yes. Just upload your artwork on our website and you can get a free file proof upon checkout.

It depends on which type of sticker or label that you are going to purchase. But most of our stickers and labels have a standard turnaround time of three (3) or six (6) business days. Some of them can also be expedited to next-day printing for an additional fee.

Medical Labels

White paper is not water-resistant so it’s more suitable for indoor application. If you want to label items that are kept in a dry place and won’t be exposed to moisture and refrigeration, then medical labels made from white paper will suit your needs. White vinyl, on the other hand, is durable and can withstand exposure to the sun’s UV light and water. Use them for items that need to be refrigerated or for equipment that is kept outdoors.

The standard printing time for both our cut-to-size and roll medical labels is five (5) business days. If you want to expedite the production, cut-to-size medical labels can be printed in 1-3 business days while it’s 2-3 business days for roll medical labels.

You can either upload your print-ready artwork to our website by clicking Upload My Artwork on the product calculator or by creating one using our online design tool. To access the design tool, just select Design Your File Online.

Sealing Stickers

To know the estimated time of arrival and shipping rates of your order, provide your zip code in the product calculator and click Get Rates.

Yes, we do. We have a prepress team in charge of reviewing every artwork. If there are errors on your sticker design, our team usually makes the necessary corrections and adjustments.

  • Orders should qualify for the minimum order requirement.
  • We only offer free ground shipping throughout mainland U.S.
  • Deliveries to Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada may come with additional charges.

Poster Maker

Yes, you can. The only exception to this is our mounted posters that are printed on a white PVC board.

Blank templates can be downloaded in our online poster maker under the Templates tab. They come in different sizes and include trim lines, bleed mark, and safe zones. These templates can be used in most professional design software such as Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Microsoft Publisher.

Our prepress team can usually make the necessary corrections for you. If there are problems with your file that need your attention, they will reach out to you for instructions on how to proceed.

If you want full-color, back-to-back printing for your poster, be sure to order our bulk posters.

Yes. Aside from the available standard sizes, you can order a custom size for our mounted posters and sticky back posters.

Banner Maker

Yes. The sizes strictly cover the display area of the banner. These measurements do not include the stand and other accessories that are used to assemble the banner.

It depends on the banner type. Some of our banners such as the step and repeat banners can be printed on both the front and back. Others like the retractable banners can be printed on the front only.

You just need to select a shorter turnaround time—usually two (2) to three (3) business days—in our custom banner maker if you want to expedite the production. Keep in mind that expedited printing time will require a small fee. Business days also do not include weekends and holidays.

Yes, you can. Just select I need a PDF proof when uploading your artwork on our website. Take note that your file won’t be queued for printing until you have approved the proof in your PrintRunner account.

It depends on the type of banner. You can order as many as 10-50 pieces for some of our banners. If the quantity you need is not available in the options in our banner maker, please do not hesitate to reach out to us so we can provide a custom quote. Check out this page for our complete contact details.

Color Coded Labels FAQs

These are the available label printing formats. They both vary in application and materials. Cut-to-size labels, also known as singles, means that each piece is already individually trimmed according to their size and shape. They are shipped in stacks and highly suitable for smaller quantity orders. Roll labels come wrapped around a spool so you can stick them using dispensers. They are much faster to apply with a machine or by hand, so they are recommended for bigger orders.

Yes, aside from standard shapes like circles and squares, we also offer heart, starburst, and hexagon shapes. If you have a unique design and you’d like us to trim it according to its exact size and shape, try Custom Shape when you make your order.

PDF proofs are ready within 6 hours to 24 hours after you place your order. You will receive an email notification once your proof is ready. To check the proof, just access your PrintRunner Account and approve it so we can continue processing your order. If we encounter file issues that require your attention, a representative will contact you before creating a PDF proof.

Our online design tool is quick and easy to use! Just follow these steps:

Step 1. Select your preferred label printing specifications such as size, shape, quantity, and material on the order calculator.

Step 2. Click Design your File Online and you’ll be redirected to the design tool.

Step 3. Use the upper toolbar to upload and search for images, add text and color, and create shapes.

Step 4. When you’re done, you can save your design to access at a later time to Proceed to Checkout and confirm your order and payment.

PrintRunner will send you an email with a tracking number once your order is ready for shipping. If you selected pickup, you should receive an email informing you that your order is ready.

Online Printing Services

Yes, we have a dedicated prepress team that reviews every uploaded artwork. This is to make sure that we spot any technical errors and correct them before we proceed to printing.

Before you upload your artwork, make sure that it is in PDF format. Your artwork should be in CMYK color mode at 300 dpi resolution and must include a .125" bleed on each side. Check out the full details on our file preparation guide.

Our online printing services are not only limited to printing. We also offer professional design services to our customers. Let us know if you need a small design fix or an entirely new design. Call our graphic design services representatives at 1-888-296-5760, or email us at customercare@printrunner.com.

Our free ground shipping is available for qualified orders. We do not offer freight shipping, and additional charges may apply to deliveries to Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada. You can view the complete details of our free shipping on this page.

Before you upload your artwork file to our website, click the “I need a PDF proof” option to request for a PDF proof. Remember that you need to approve this proof in your PrintRunner account if you are already satisfied with it. We won’t start printing your order without your approval.

Food Labels

Yes. Otherwise, you will be subjected to regulatory fines for providing information that does not match the product.

No, there aren’t. FDA guidelines are only limited to the information provided on the food labels.

Yes, you can. There are no rules restricting the size of your food labels as long as they have all the necessary information.

Label Maker

If you want your labels to last even when exposed to outdoor elements like water and the sun’s UV rays, select the white vinyl material. It is our thickest and most durable material, making it suitable for outdoor exposure.

Yes. As long as the surface is smooth, clean, and dry, you can apply your custom label on it and expect it to stick firmly.

You can order as few as 25 labels using the product calculator. However, if you want to get bigger savings, we recommend bulk printing your custom labels. The larger the quantity, the lower the prices you spend per label.

You can download our free blank templates and use them as guides when creating your label designs. These templates come with the correct bleed, trim lines, and more to ensure an error-free printing. They are also compatible with most professional design software such as Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.

We offer free ground shipping throughout mainland U.S. for qualified orders. If you’re in Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada, additional charges may apply. Keep in mind that our free shipping is not applicable to freight shipping.

Signs and Banners

Some of our custom signs and banners are available in weather-resistant materials such as vinyl and corrugated plastic. These durable materials can withstand regular exposure to various elements such as water and UV rays, making them suitable for both indoor and outdoor display.

As long as they are properly installed and maintained, our wall and window decals can be removed and repositioned as many times as you want provided that the adhesive backing is still in good condition.

Yes. Bulk printing your signs and banners will allow you to get bigger discounts. The more prints you order, the less you spend on each sign or banner.

If you want to get a custom quote, call our toll-free hotline 1-888-296-5760 or use our website’s Live Chat service. Another option is to fill out the form that can be found on our Custom Quote page.

To check the shipping options for your order, just enter your zip code in the product calculator. It will automatically generate available ETAs and the corresponding rates of your order.

Outdoor Banners

The vinyl material is the most durable material we have for our outdoor banners. Not only is it mold and tear-resistant, the material can also last for about five (5) years outdoors in temperatures as low as -22°F.

You can go as large as 20’ (width) x 8’ (height) with our mesh banners.

If the quantity you need isn’t offered in our product calculator, don’t hesitate to reach out to us for a custom quote. Call our toll-free hotline 1-888-296-5760 or use our website’s Live Chat service. You can also fill out the form on this page

Just select Design Your File Online just below the product calculator to head straight to our intuitive online design tool.

To know your shipping options, provide your zip code at the bottom of the product calculator and click Get Rates. Here you will be presented with the available estimated shipping dates and corresponding rates.

Custom Banners

Our mesh banners are ideal for windy locations. These banners are made from porous vinyl material that is designed to withstand strong winds, making them suitable for outdoor displays.

For vinyl banners, you have the option to choose between standard and premium vinyl. The main differences between the two are pricing, durability, and tensile strength. The standard vinyl is the more economical option and can last for 3-5 years outdoors, while the premium vinyl can last for 5 years outdoors and has better tensile strength.

Yes, you can use the intuitive online design tool right on the product page to create your banner design from scratch. Just click Design Your File Online to get started.

Our free and downloadable blank templates can be used in most professional design software including Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Microsoft Publisher.

Orders over $69 are qualified for our free shipping. Keep in mind that we only offer free ground shipping throughout mainland U.S.—no freight shipping. Additional charges will apply to deliveries to Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada.

Custom Posters

All our posters come in popular sizes. If you can’t find the size you need, you may fill out the custom order form and send us your requirements.

You can upload your artwork using any of the following formats: PDF, JPG, JPEG, PSD, PNG, TIF, TIFF, EPS, AI, Publisher, DOCX, DOC, XLS, XLSX, PPT, PPTX, TXT, and CSV. Just remember the maximum allowed size is 100 MB. If you have a larger file, please contact Customer Service for assistance.

Yes, we offer free file proof for all our products. The PDF proof should be ready 6 hours after you place your order. You will receive an email notification once it’s ready. You can review the PDF proof by going to Your Account.

Shop Labels by Type

Both cut-to-size and kiss-cut labels can come in any shape and design you want. The difference is the way they are printed and trimmed. Cut-to-size labels are trimmed through the sticker and paper backing. For kiss-cut labels, we only cut through the sticker adhesive, leaving the paper backing intact. Kiss-cut stickers have a border around your design which makes them easier to peel off and apply.

This depends on the size and quantity of your sticker order. We use a 3” diameter core and for most roll sticker orders the total diameter ranges from 4” to 8” per roll. The quantity of stickers per roll decreases as the dimensions get bigger.

This depends on your chosen sheet size and label size. The smaller the label size, the more pieces you can print on a single sheet. As a reference, you can print 30 pieces of 2.685” x 1” labels on an 8.5” x 11” sheet. If you choose 5” x 4” sized labels, you can print a maximum of 4 labels per sheet.

Yes. Be sure to select Multiple Designs on the Sheet in the order calculator as you make your order.

If you’re not sure what type of label to order, you can request a free sample kit and we’ll deliver it to your address. This kit includes our popular print products, a swatch kit for materials, and information about sizing and folding.

Spice Labels

Yes, our prepress team will e-mail you a PDF document for your review. You can check for any design errors and make necessary changes before it goes to print. This process is free of charge and will be ready within 6 hours after you place your order.

This depends on your selected label format. You can check the minimum order quantity for each type using the order calculator. Select your preferred label format using the dropdown options, and the calculator automatically shows the amounts you can choose from.

If you have a unique design and want us to trim it according to its exact size and shape, try Custom Shape when making your order.

Yes, we offer free blank guideline templates that you can edit using your preferred design software like Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Publisher. You can find them below the order calculator in the Templates tab.

Yes. In printing, the more quantities you print, the lower the cost per piece. Bulk printing is cheaper because it saves on ink, material, and shipping costs. If you order enough labels, you may also qualify for our free shipping discount.

Event & Wedding Labels

Yes. We offer uncoated label materials such as white premium sticker paper and uncoated Estate adhesive paper. White premium sticker paper is a popular label material suitable for indoor applications. Estate adhesive paper has a subtle texture and is widely used for wine products.

This depends on your selected label format. You can check the minimum order quantity for each type using the order calculator. Select your preferred label format using the dropdown options, and the calculator automatically shows the amounts you can choose from.

If your design does not match any of our standard label shapes, you can choose Custom on the order calculator. Then, select the design dimensions to trim your labels according to their exact size and shape.

Yes, we offer free blank guideline templates that you can edit using your preferred design software like Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Publisher. You can find them below the order calculator in the Templates tab.

Yes, our prepress team will e-mail you a PDF document for your review. You can check for any design errors and make necessary changes before it goes to print. This process is free of charge and will be ready within 6 hours after you place your order.

School Labels

The quantity of labels per sheet depends on the size of your labels. Our smallest size (2.685" x 1") fits thirty (30) labels per 8.5" x 11" sheet. If you choose the largest size, 5" x 4", you can fit four (4) labels per sheet.

If you need something suitable for indoor use, we recommend white sticker paper. These are not waterproof, but you can add protective gloss or matte laminate for extra protection.  

For outdoor use, white vinyl is the best option. It comes with a high-gloss, UV-resistant coating that protects your stickers and labels from external elements.  

If you need something oil- and water-resistant, BOPP is similar to plastic film and safe to use for products that need to be stored in refrigeration. 

Yes, we offer free blank guideline templates you can download and edit using Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator or Microsoft Publisher. You can find them below the order calculator in the Templates tab.

Bulk printing saves more money on shipping costs and material waste, which allows us to offer cheaper rates for larger orders. The more labels you order, the lower the price per unit.

Yes, our prepress team can check your design for any technical errors before it goes to print, free of charge. We will e-mail you a PDF document for your approval.

Bulk Labels

It depends on the number of labels you order, plus the size, material, and format. For example, 1,000 pieces of cut-to-size 3” x 3” circle labels printed on matte white paper sticker cost 14¢ each or $137.07 in total. If you order 5,000 pieces, each piece drops to 6¢. You can use the order calculator to check your labels total cost and price per unit.

Cut-to-size labels are individually cut according to your shape and size and delivered in stacks. This option is recommended for small quantity orders and when giving away stickers as freebies.

Roll labels are applied using a label dispenser. If you need many labels or if you will use them on bottled products, this is the best option.

Sheet labels are printed on an 8.5” x 11” sheet with permanent adhesive backing. Depending on the size of your labels, a single sheet can fit at least 4 and up to 30 labels.

Kiss-cut labels are like cut-to-size labels in the sense that they are both individually cut; however, the former is surrounded by a border that prevents intricate shapes from tearing.

Our most durable material for labels is white vinyl. This is the best option for outdoor use because it is UV-resistant and weather-proof. We also recommend BOPP (biaxially-oriented polypropylene), which is oil and water-resistant. Labels printed on BOPP are perfect for products exposed to moisture and refrigeration.

Yes, we offer blank templates you can download as a guide for your label designs. These come with correct trim and folding lines, and you can use these templates on your preferred design software. These templates can be found under the Templates Tab. 

Yes. Ordering in larger quantities lowers the cost per piece and makes you qualified for free ground shipping if your order reaches $69. There are also other benefits to ordering in bulk. For instance, our roll vinyl labels are dishwasher and microwave-safe regardless of quantity. On the other hand, the dishwasher-safe feature applies only to orders above 250 pieces if you purchase cut-to-size labels.

Our printing turnaround time covers only the time it takes to have your order printed and ready for shipping. This begins once your print-ready artwork has been uploaded and your payment has been confirmed. If you have requested a PDF file proof, the turnaround will start once you’ve approved the file. Printing turnaround time does not cover weekends, holidays, and delivery times. 

Juice Labels FAQ

Our biaxially-oriented polypropylene (BOPP) and vinyl labels are waterproof and dishwasher-safe, making them the best option for refrigerated or outdoor sports drinks. You can choose either option as the material for your juice labels.

  • Cut-to-size: 25 pieces
  • Roll and kiss-cut: 250 pieces
  • Sheet labels: 250 sheets 

We recommend the roll label format if you plan to order in bulk. It’s designed for fast and easy application since the labels are wound around a 3” core that fits most label dispensers.

Yes. Our kiss-cut and sheet labels have a custom size option that can accommodate designs as small as 2” x 2” up to 11” x 8.5”. If your label design is larger than an A4 sheet of sticker paper, our cut-to-size format can go up to 17”.

Our standard printing turnaround time for cut-to-size labels is 3 business days, but we offer a next business day option for rush orders with a minimal fee. For roll labels, the fastest printing turnaround is 2 business days. Please note that our turnaround time does not cover shipping and excludes weekends and holidays. You may refer to the product calculator for estimated shipping dates and rates—just type in your ZIP code.

Hot Sauce Labels

If you want your hot sauce labels to be water and moisture-proof, choose a white vinyl sticker among the material options. 

The most common hot sauce bottle is the regular woozy bottle, which holds approximately 5 oz. of sauce. The label size that fits this best is 4” x 25”. For the 8 oz. and 10 oz. varieties, go with 3” x 5” or 4” x 5”. 

It depends on the label format. For cut-to-size, you can order as few as 25 pieces. For roll and kiss-cut, it’s 250 pieces. For sheet labels, the minimum is 250 sheets.

It depends on the label format. Our standard printing turnaround time for cut-to-size labels is 3 business days, but there is a next business day option if you are in a hurry—you just need to add a minimal fee. If you are ordering roll hot sauce labels, we can have them ready for shipping in as fast as 2 business days. You can check the estimated shipping dates and rates in the product calculator.

Cheap Stickers FAQs

Printing turnaround is the number of days needed to print your order. This doesn’t include weekends and holidays. Shipping transit time is not included in the turnaround time.

  • Cut-to-size stickers are ideal for smaller quantities that start at 25 pieces. Each cut-to-size sticker is cut according to the shape you want for quick and easy hand application. 
  • Roll stickers are typically ordered in larger quantities starting at 250 pieces and can fit in most label dispensers. 

Paper is best used for stickers applied on product packaging or items that will be displayed indoors. BOPP is best for refrigerated items, like food jars and bottles.

The minimum order depends on the sticker format. For cut-to-size, it’s 25 pieces. For roll, sheet, and kiss-cut, it’s 250 pieces. You can also check the quantity options for each product to know the minimum quantity.

Cut-to-size stickers are the cheapest to print since the minimum order allowed is 25 pieces. On the other hand, the most affordable sticker material is the white paper sticker – matte. 

Political Stickers

You can request a free file review after you upload your design. Our prepress team can check your files and email you a PDF proof for your approval without any additional charges.

No, it doesn’t. Printing turnaround time only refers to the time we spend producing your campaign stickers and having them ready for shipping. It doesn’t include delivery transit as well as weekends and holidays. 

You can fit as many as 30 stickers—with a size of 2.685” x 1” per sticker—in one 8.5” x 11” sticker sheet. As you increase the sticker size, the number of stickers that one sheet can contain decreases. Here are the complete sticker size details: 

  • 2.685” x 1” (30 per sheet) 
  • 3.5” x 2” (12 per sheet) 
  • 4” x 2” (10 per sheet) 
  • 4” x 3.33” (6 per sheet) 
  • 5” x 4” (4 per sheet) 

Artworks must be in CMYK color mode, and must have a minimum resolution of 300 dpi and a 0.125-inch bleed on each side. Artworks also need to be in PDF file format with a maximum file size of 100 MB. 

Yes, we do. Our custom stickers can be printed on water and oil-resistant materials such as white vinyl and BOPP.