![]() ![]() ![]() These are for long term outdoor use and are supplied with a pre-masking sheet, so upon application are transferred from one sheet/medium to another. Where the decal-or-sticker confusion usually lies stems from vinyl cut lettering and graphics. Thus “slide-on transfer decals” in the model-building world, or water-slide ceramic decals (Transfers) for tile and ceramic uses are an accurate use of the decal term. “Decal” is short for “decalcomania” and usually is a more decorative type design. But, as you can see in the New Oxford definition, “decals” are more associated with a “transfer” from one medium to another. The term, “decals” on the other hand, is often used interchangeably with other outdoor sticker products. We generally use the term “label” to describe adhesive products printed on papers or foils with inks not suitable for outdoors as in address labels, shipping labels, lapel labels, foil seals, etc., these tend to be supplied on a roll or sheet for use (indoors) on packaging, paperwork, clothing, products, etc. See Samples Of Outdoor Durable Stickers Here These are printed on a vinyl or polyester material with durable outdoor inks. It is fairly obvious why we also get asked the question “what is the difference between a label and a sticker?” A sticker can be a type of label… and labels with an adhesive are also stickers.Īt Websticker we use the term “sticker”, as in bumper stickers, die cut stickers, window sticker, etc., to define more heavy-duty labels/stickers that can be used outdoors and hold up to the elements over an extended period of time. a design prepared on special paper for transfer onto another surface such as glass, porcelain, or metal. ![]() a small piece of paper, fabric, plastic, or similar material attached to an object and giving information about it.ĭecal n. an adhesive label or notice, generally printed or illustrated. ![]() Then, I’ll let you know how we at Websticker (seller of custom stickers, decals, and labels) tend to define these product categories. Let’s go to the New Oxford Dictionary and try to break it down. Often searches on-line do not help clarify: “decal is a more professional word for sticker”… No “ I would think of a sticker as say a white label and a decal as clear”… No “Usually a sticker is paper, example an Avery label and not durable and a decal has a permanent adhesive and is more durable”… No, no, no! There is no absolute answer as different people will often use the terms interchangeably to describe similar products. We often get this question at Websticker. What is the difference between a sticker and a decal. ![]()
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