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Polypropylene Bags &#; the do&#;s and don&#;ts for heat transfer application

Polypropylene bags are made from the synthetic plastic polymer polypropylene, used in bags because it is strong, flexible, and reusable. They lend themselves to a wide variety of uses, both for consumers and businesses alike. They are most popularly used as an alternative to disposable bags for shopping, moving, and storage. Additionally, these bags are widely used as promotional products for giveaways at events, or as thank yous to your loyal customers.

We have a few tips and tricks for printing on these bags that are naturally heat sensitive due to their plastic-based fabric.

Here are do&#;s and don&#;ts for decorating polypropylene fabric:

Do

decorate Polypropylene tote bags

Polypropylene bags are an inexpensive promotional item that can be decorated with traditional printing methods like screen printing. They are also able to be heat printed on your heat press.

Don&#;t

heat print Polypropylene at high temperatures

Polypropylene tote bags should be pressed at a low temperature setting. Choose a type of heat transfer that has a low heat press application. These bags should not be pressed any higher 275 degrees without experiencing some melting of the fabric. Some transfers that heat at 300 degrees may be used, however some bags may experience minor melting at this temperature.

Do

use Elasti Prints® or Stretch Litho&#; screen printed transfers.

The recommended transfer type for these bags is Elasti Print® for spot color designs and Stretch Litho&#; for full color graphics.

Do

Raise the Print area

As with any other type of tote bag or cinch sack, be sure to create a flat and even surface for heat printing your design. Thick seams, zippers, buttons, strings and straps will need to be moved away from the printing area. If needed, use an interchangeable platen for your heat press or raise the print area with a mousepad or Print Perfect Pad for a flat, even, firm surface.

Don&#;t

be afraid to decorate Polypropylene tote bags

Polypropylene bags can be intimidating and scary to decorate for the first time on your heat press. Just remember to keep the temperature low and you will avoid a messy, melted bag.

Do

order your Polypropylene Bags and your Transfers at one time

Transfer Express is as one-stop shop for heat transfers and blank apparel from Transfer Express Apparel. Your polypropylene totes and Elasti Prints® or Stretch Litho&#; transfers can be ordered at the same time saving you hassle of running around looking for other suppliers for the right type of transfers to use on these bags. There are many different styles and sizes of polypropylene from regular tote bags to cinch sacks.

With competitive price and timely delivery, Big Packing sincerely hope to be your supplier and partner.

Check out Transfer Express Apparel for the complete line of polypropylene bags!

Woven Vs. Non-Woven Polypropylene Bags.
Which One Is Right for YOUR Marketing?

Understanding The Difference Between Woven Vs. Non-Woven Polypropylene Bags

When it comes to creating your very own custom reusable bags, you want something durable and eco-friendly, but when faced with your options it can be hard to make a decision. If you&#;ve narrowed down your options to recycled plastic, that&#;s a start, but you still need to make the call between woven vs. non-woven polypropylene bags. We&#;ve tried to help answer this question before in an earlier post explaining what is the difference between woven and non-woven polypropylene bags. We&#;re going to tackle the question of woven vs. non-woven polypropylene bags again, to help you understand which one is right for your marketing.

The Value of Going Green

Opting to promote your brand with green promotional products reduces your brand&#;s environmental impact while also showing your customers that you are serious about making responsible choices. This shows your customers that your brand gets it &#; you talk the talk and walk the walk so to speak.

Understanding Your Options

Two of our most popular recycled content options are woven polypropylene and non-woven polypropylene. We get questions all the time asking about the differences between these two fabrics. To start, these fabrics are very similar. Both are made from recycled content and are recyclable themselves. Similarities aside, let&#;s get into the differences.

What is Woven Polypropylene

Woven polypropylene is made when recycled plastic is stretched into long threads. These threads are then woven in a way similar to how cotton and other fabrics are woven. This woven construction lends the fabric lots of durability.

What is Non-Woven Polypropylene

Non-woven polypropylene is also made using recycled plastic stretched into threads, but those threads are bonded together. The resulting fabric is also very durable, it also has a somewhat softer smoother surface.

Which One is Right for Your Objectives

Both options create durable reusable bags that will deliver years of dependable use. There are a few factors to help you decide between woven vs. non-woven polypropylene bags.

Artwork

If you plan to create a custom reusable bag with extensive artwork printed on the bag, non-woven polypropylene has a slight edge. The smoother surface of non-woven polypropylene makes the fabric a better candidate for full-color printing and it accepts more detailed artwork. Printing custom artwork on woven polypropylene is fine and gives a slightly textured finish but may not showcase extensive detail as well as the non-woven polypropylene.

Pricepoint

If budget is a guiding factor, you should consider non-woven polypropylene. This fabric is less expensive than woven polypropylene, allowing you to create something custom while getting the most value for your marketing budget.

Creating Your Custom Reusable Bags

With almost 30 years in the custom promotional product business, we have learned how to streamline the process and we take sustainability very seriously. During this time we have received a variety of awards and distinctions, like GOTS, Fairtrade, ISO -, and FedEx. We can take on jobs large or small and we&#;re ready to help you create your next marketing item!

Now that you have a better understanding of woven vs. non-woven polypropylene bags you can decide which material is right for your custom marketing gear. If you have questions and need help, we are available!

If you want to learn more, please visit our website Custom Woven Polypropylene Bags.