Decal Printing is a modern printing solution that offers flexibility and aesthetics for all advertising, decoration, or product labeling needs. With advanced technology, decal printing at Nhom In creates sharp, vibrant products that can be easily applied to various surfaces, enhancing the brand image for businesses and individuals.
Introduction to Decal Printing
Decal printing is the process of printing information, images, or designs onto a special material that has an adhesive layer and a protective backing. The standout feature of decals is that you simply peel off the backing and press lightly, allowing the printed product to adhere firmly without the need for additional glue or solvents. Thanks to this convenience, decals are widely used in various fields such as advertising, product labeling, warranty seals, interior decoration, vehicle wrapping, and many other purposes.
Common Types of Decals Today
Currently, there is a wide variety of decals available, catering to different uses from product labels, advertising, decoration to applications in traffic safety. Choosing the right type of decal not only optimizes usage efficiency but also ensures durability and aesthetic appeal for the product. Below are the four most popular types of decals on the market today:
Paper Decals
Paper decals are made from paper material, consisting of a printed surface, adhesive layer, separator layer, and protective backing. This type of decal is notable for its glossy surface, making it easy to print images, logos, labels, or barcodes. Paper decals are commonly used for product labels, warranty seals, decorative stickers, or shipping labels. The advantages of paper decals include low cost and ease of processing; however, they have limited water resistance and outdoor durability.
Plastic Decals
Plastic decals are produced from synthetic plastic films such as PVC, PP, and UV, providing high durability, water resistance, and environmental resilience. The surface of plastic decals holds ink well, resulting in sharp images, suitable for outdoor applications or humid environments. Plastic decals are often used for vehicle wrapping, labeling cosmetic products, food, bottle labels, advertising signs, etc. The biggest advantage is their long lifespan, as they do not peel or fade quickly.
Plastic decals made from synthetic plastic films
Transparent Decals
Transparent decals feature a surface made of clear plastic or nylon, allowing visibility of the underlying product. This type of decal is often used for window applications, store decorations, high-end cosmetic labels, or products that need to showcase the contents clearly. Transparent decals are water-resistant, adhere well, and create a high aesthetic effect, making products stand out and appear more luxurious.
Reflective Decals
Reflective decals are a special type of decal that reflects light strongly when illuminated, thanks to the outer reflective film. This type of decal is widely used in traffic, occupational safety, signage, warning labels, or applied to vehicles to enhance visibility at night. Reflective decals have good adhesion, withstand harsh weather, and ensure high warning effectiveness.
Reflective Decals
Decal Printing Specifications
To achieve a satisfactory decal sample, users need to pay attention to four main factors: material, size, printing technique, and post-print processing.
Material
Currently, common materials used for decal printing include: paper decals, PP plastic decals, PVC, polyester, brittle vinyl decals, and metallic foil decals. Choosing the appropriate material depends on the intended use, application environment, and durability requirements of the product.
Size
Decal sizes are very diverse, meeting all needs from small labels to large advertising boards. Common paper sizes include: A0 (841 x 1189 mm), A1 (594 x 841 mm), A2 (420 x 594 mm), A3 (297 x 420 mm), A4 (210 x 297 mm), A5 (148 x 210 mm), A6 (105 x 148 mm), A7 (74 x 105 mm).
Additionally, decals can be cut into various smaller sizes depending on the number of labels/items and intended use, such as barcode labels, product labels, shipping labels. Accurately determining the size helps optimize costs and ensure sharp images.
Depending on the intended use, you can choose to print decals in various sizes
Printing Technique
The printing technique directly affects image quality, color durability, and production speed. Some popular decal printing techniques today include:
- Digital Printing: Suitable for small quantities, fast turnaround, sharp images.
- Offset Printing: Ideal for large quantities, high quality, stable colors.
- UV Printing: Creates a glossy surface, color durability, scratch resistance, suitable for outdoor decals.
- Heat Transfer, Flexo Printing: Meets special requirements for quality and durability.
Choosing the right printing technology helps optimize costs and ensure product quality standards.
Post-Printing Processing
After printing, decals need to be processed to complete the product. Common processing techniques include:
- Die-Cutting: Cutting according to the design shape, making it easy to peel the decal from the backing, commonly used for product labels and stickers.
- Embossing (Letterpress): Creates a raised effect for logos and patterns, enhancing aesthetics and brand recognition.
- Custom Cutting: Rounded corners, complex shapes as required, ensuring sharp and precise cuts.
Proper processing techniques make decals easy to use, enhance professionalism, and increase the aesthetic value of the product.
Decals can be processed for cutting and shaping after printing…
Detailed Decal Printing Price List
The price of decal printing on the market today is quite diverse, depending on many factors such as material, size, quantity, printing technique, and post-print processing requirements. Specifically:
- Order Quantity: The larger the quantity, the lower the unit price per product due to savings in mass production costs.
- Decal Size: Larger decals will require more material, thus increasing the cost.
- Decal Material: Paper decals are usually cheaper than plastic, transparent, or reflective decals. The more special the material, the higher the price.
- Printing and Processing Techniques: Digital printing, UV printing, lamination, die-cutting, rounded corners… are all factors that affect the product’s cost.
- Design Requirements: If customers need custom designs, design fees will be added to the total cost.
Below is a decal printing price list for your reference:
Paper Decal Price List
| Size | 100 labels | 500 labels | 1000 labels |
| 3 cm2 | 90,000 VND | 195,000 VND | 280,000 VND |
| 5 cm2 | 140,000 VND | 350,000 VND | 530,000 VND |
| 7 cm2 | 195,000 VND | 500,000 VND | 850,000 VND |
Plastic Decal and Transparent Decal Price List
| Quantity (A4 sheets) | Unlaminated PVC Decal | Laminated PVC Decal |
| 100 – 500 | 7,500 VND | 9,000 VND |
| 501 – 1000 | 5,200 VND | 6,500 VND |
| 1001 – 2000 | 4,300 VND | 5,300 VND |
| 2001 – 5000 | 3,500 VND | 4,500 VND |
Large Format Decal Price List (per m2)
| Type of Decal | Reference Price (VND/m2) |
| Outdoor PP Decal | 50,000 – 80,000 |
| Transparent Decal | 40,000 – 60,000 |
| Advertising Decal | 75,000 – 200,000 |
Note when referring to the price list:
- The above price list is for reference only and may change depending on the time, specific requirements, or promotional programs of each printing unit.
- To receive an accurate quote, customers should contact the printing workshop directly, providing information about material, size, quantity, and any special processing requirements.
Professional Decal Printing Process
Step 1: Design and Check Print File
The first stage is to design the decal sample using specialized software such as Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW. The design file needs to have a high resolution, accurate colors, and dimensions that meet actual requirements. Before moving to printing, it is essential to thoroughly check the content, spelling, and layout to avoid errors. For large print files, it is advisable to use vector format to ensure the images do not pixelate.
Step 2: Choose Material and Printing Technology
After completing the design, the printing unit will advise and select suitable decal materials such as paper decals, plastic (PVC) decals, transparent decals, etc., based on the intended use and application environment. At the same time, choose the printing technology (digital, offset, UV, etc.) to ensure image quality and product durability.
Step 3: Prepare Materials and Set Up the Printer
The decal material is cut to the required size and the surface is cleaned to remove dust, ensuring good ink adhesion. The sample file is transferred from the computer to the printer, and the printing modes are set according to the material and size. The printer will receive information from the file and prepare for the printing process.
Step 4: Proceed with Printing
The printer will spray ink onto the decal surface according to the design template. The printing process is closely monitored to ensure colors and images are sharp. The first printed product will be checked for quality before proceeding with mass printing.
Step 5: Post-Printing Processing
After printing, the decals will be dried (depending on the type of ink) to ensure colors do not smudge. Next are processing steps such as laminating with a glossy or matte finish to protect the surface, die-cutting according to the design shape, and mounting on foam board (if needed) to enhance durability and aesthetic appeal. The final product is packaged and delivered to the customer.
Decal Printing Process
Applications of Decal Printing in Life
Decal printing has become an indispensable part of many fields thanks to its convenience, diverse designs, and adhesion to various
