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Top 7 Unique Ink Methods to Decorate Water Bottles

· Bethany Black

Close-up of a navy stainless steel water bottle with a crisp printed design on its curved surface

Decorated water bottles are one of the thousands of products in the promotional product (swag) industry, as well as one of the more popular. When branding your water bottle, first select the perfect water bottle which fits your budget and audience. Second, create the design and select the imprint method. Did you know there are at least seven different types of ink used to decorate water bottles?

Seven ink methods used to decorate water bottles

  1. One to five color screen print: This is the most common way to decorate. Each color will add an additional run charge and screen charge to the cost.
  2. Gloss or matte ink: A tone-on-tone look can be achieved with gloss ink on a matte finish, or matte ink on a gloss finish, to create a subtle yet elegant look.
  3. Metallic or glitter ink: Add some sparkle to your logo.
  4. Etch ink: On a clear glass or plastic bottle, a frosted ink creates an etched-glass look.
  5. Elevated ink: A state-of-the-art process using a clear, gel-like ink to create a 3-D effect, giving it an embossed look and feel.
  6. Mirror ink: On a glass bottle, this imprint method allows your logo to be seen from the inside out.
  7. Chalk ink: A chalkboard ink allows you to write on the surface with chalk — a great way to add names.

A knowledgeable local promotional consultant is important when selecting the right product. However, recommending decoration methods to make your logo pop and your brand stand out makes them even more valuable.

If you want to know more about methods to decorate water bottles, or you want design ideas, please feel free to get in touch.

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