Guides
Short, practical guides written from the questions we answer every week.
Label Sizes for Jars and BottlesHow to measure a jar or bottle, the label sizes that fit common UK containers, and how much gap to leave.
BOPP vs Paper LabelsFilm or paper: how each one copes with damp, oil, fridges and handling, and when paper is the better buy.
Roll Labels vs Sheet LabelsRolls for machines and dispensers, sheets for hand applying and home printers, and how to choose.
How to Apply Labels So They Don’t PeelClean surfaces, room temperature, curved containers and the small habits that keep a label flat.
Designing a Label That Prints WellBleed, safe area, small text, colour and file types, so the proof comes back right first time.Questions
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Which guide should I read first?
Start with label sizes for jars and bottles, then the BOPP or paper guide.
Do the guides cover legal wording?
No. They cover sizes, materials and printing. Check legal wording with a labelling adviser.
Are the guides specific to UK containers?
The sizes are based on containers common in the UK.
Can I ask a question not covered in the guides?
Yes. Email, call or WhatsApp us and we will help.
Is there a guide on choosing finishes?
Finishes are covered on the home page and in the artwork guide.
Do the guides apply to stickers too?
Yes. Application, artwork and the rolls or sheets guide all apply to stickers.
How often are the guides updated?
When we learn something useful from customers' orders. Each guide shows its date.
Can I share these guides with my designer?
Yes. The artwork guide is written with designers in mind.
Is there a guide for labelling machines?
The rolls or sheets guide covers cores, wind direction and gaps for machines.
Where do I find the label size chart?
On the label sizes page, linked in the menu.
Tell us what the label goes on
Send the product, the label size in mm, a rough quantity and your logo or artwork. We reply by email within one working day with a price and a free design proof. Prefer to talk? Call +44 7578 382054 or message us on WhatsApp.