Waterproofing Your Labels After Printing

[@kellsgreenidge8885]

Thanks so much for sharing this! I will try method 1! As I already have the clear gloss spray on hand!.

[@micaela1908]

How did this method work for you?

[@davina9637]

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[@monicahatch6498]

Thats so kind! I will definitely be checking out your site!

[@speedvenom1]

I got the weatherproof matte & made some stickers for water bottles & they all smeared. I was hoping to sell stickers but I guess I’ll have to find another brand that won’t smear

[@onlinelabels]

Sorry to hear about the smearing! There are a few recommended steps you can take to make your prints more durable with inkjet printers. You can adjust the paper type and print quality settings within your printer options to achieve the most durable print quality. A paper type settings such as Photo, Glossy, Labels, or Heavy paper will provide the best results. A "Standard” or "Normal" print quality setting is also recommended since the "Best" setting could potentially oversaturate the special inkjet topcoat mentioned above. Try these steps and please feel free to reach out to our support team if you're still experiencing issues!

[@90s_ill]

@@onlinelabels false. I use a $1000 printer and have it on best settings for print and paper and still smear. I sell as non waterproof. And have a whole new system for waterproof cuz the paper you sell as waterproof just isn't.

[@onlinelabels]

​@@90s_ill We'd love to be able to help you get the most durability out of your labels. We need a bit more detail on the settings you're using along with the type of printer and paper material. We recommend a lower quality settings than "Best" for more resistant results. Please give us a call at 1-888-575-2235 or email us at onlinelabels.com/ticket so we can assist you directly.

[@MissyMcKenney]

When your "weatherproof" polyester laser paper gets wet it peels the poly right off the adhesive!

[@onlinelabels]

Hi Missy, we're sorry to hear about the issues you're experiencing with our LP material. We'd love to help you get to the bottom of this but just need a bit more information. If you can please reach back out to our support team and explain the issue in detail, we're confident we can arrive at a solution for you! Please describe the type of surface you're labeling and what's happening to the label if possible. You can give us a call at 1-888-575-2235 or submit a ticket at onlinelabels.com/ticket. We look forward to hearing from you!

[@caitlinlongenecker9141]

This may be a silly question but if you are using the labels for candle labels, is it safe to use a spray on the labels? I just imagine it becoming flammable.

[@onlinelabels]

Great question! Just make sure to allow the spray to completely dry before the candles are used!

[@NinaNina-qc8sh]

Love you guys! ✨💕

[@laurafermin3026]

What about freezer proof? A label that doesn't wrinkle?

[@Kemandime]

my weatherproof matte inket laminated with oraguard 210 still has water creeping in the edges and ruining the entire design.

[@onlinelabels2]

Can you provide some additional details? Can you confirm the Online Labels' product code you are using? What is the model of the inkjet printer you are using? What media type setting are you using in your printer options when printing onto the label material? Let us know and we can help troubleshoot the issue.

[@Kemandime]

@@onlinelabels2 OL177WJ, using a Canon Pixma Pro 200, tried printing both pro luster and glossy settings (also tried matte but that makes the ink run/barely dry ever) using "high quality" print (otherwise the print is grainy). I then laminate it with Oraguard 210, 24 hours after I print. Then I cut the stickers on my silhouette cameo 4.

[@onlinelabels]

​@@Kemandime Thank you for providing the additional information. This may be due to over-saturation of ink. In our experience with the Canon Pixma line, printing on "normal" print quality provides the best results. If you're finding the print quality is becoming too compromised after lowering the setting, you can try using a clear coat protective spray after printing and before applying your laminate.

[@Kemandime]

Yeah, not printing at high quality causes a very grainy image, akin to using a cheap printer. But if ink saturation is the issue, why is the problem only happening once water comes in contact with the edges?

[@onlinelabels]

@@Kemandime If the topcoat is oversaturated, any ink that is not fully absorbed is potentially susceptible to smearing when in contact with moisture. In your specific application the laminate is being applied before the stickers are cut, so the edge of the label material is technically left exposed which can allow for moisture intrusion when in direct contact with water. The technical documentation for the Oraguard 210 laminate lists a few suggestions for optimal performance which may help resolve your issue. For heavy ink saturation they recommend a drying time of 48 to 72 hours before applying the laminate to the printed material. They also state that a minimum of 24 hours should be allowed before trimming or plotting the laminated material, with 48 to 72 hours being the preferred duration. If the laminated material is cut too soon, the edges of the laminated surface can show signs of shrinkage which makes the possibility of moisture intrusion greater. If you've tried making these adjustments to your application and are still experiencing issues, then you may need to consider a clear coat protective spray before applying your laminate to the printed material. Forgive the long response! Hope this helps!

[@atlladyleo1]

I am using OL177CJ clear matte. Having issues with ink scratching even if left overnight (12+ hours). Have tried several of the "photo paper" settings on my EPSON ET 2750 Ecotank. Would the overcoat spray help seal in and protect the ink? Or would lowering the DPI to 300 help more? Thanks for the helpful videos!

[@onlinelabels]

There are a few setting adjustments we recommend to help. First, try setting Paper Type to “Premium Presentation Paper Matte” or “Premium Photo Paper Glossy.” We also recommend Quality be set to "Standard" as higher settings can oversaturate the page. If these settings don't work, you can try lowering the DPI to 300. If all else fails, an overcoat spray would certainly improve the durability of your prints. I hope this information helps! If you need further assistance, please reach out to us at 1-888-575-2235.

[@CPTonixx]

You helped me a lot thanks!

[@kaylavue6411]

Are these oil resistant too?

[@onlinelabels]

Hello! If you're printing your own oil labels, we definitely recommend applying a clear laminate over your printed labels. For custom printed oilproof labels, please check out our custom printed roll labels. They also feature a protective laminate that works great against oils. We have a useful video on our channel discussing oilproofing labels here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5aqc4Col81rg6s

[@dionfolaa8102]

thats alot of work

[@DoseOfBaani]

You can pay to have it done by a company but it cost hundreds of dollars.

[@cryzayer7697]

What's the name of method 2 where to buy?

[@onlinelabels2]

Method 2 is to apply a clear label over the top of the label of the label. You can find OnlineLabels.com selection of clear gloss laser labels here: www.onlinelabels.com/materials/crystal-clear-laser-labels

[@derrickmorrison5832]

What is the model # of the Krylon can you used in Method #1?

[@onlinelabels]

Hello! It looks like the specific spray we used here was discontinued but the Krylon K01303007 Acrylic Spray will accomplish this as well!

[@verycoolguy3452]

Is this the correct one? amzn.to/3tIkmm9

[@Althu-blog]

What the name this liquid

[@onlinelabels]

Hello! We tested these methods using water. The brand of the clear coat spray we used on the labels is Krylon. Hope this helps!

[@LizeTheeCreator]

not sure if it was a bad 'batch' i received but the weatherproof labels suck. I needed them for my growing small business new product roll out, and these did not do what they claim they're supposed to do. I've read the reviews and response and even did all the recommendations but still the black ink using these labels run, smear, smudge all that. Disappointed b/c i paid a lot of money plus ordered multiple sizes, not to mention you don't receive a complete refund only partial. Maybe they're regular labels are good but if you're looking for waterproof go with AVERY labels.

[@onlinelabels]

We're sorry to hear about the issue you experienced with our weatherproof labels! We'd love the opportunity to assist further and work with you to make the situation one you can be happy with. Please reach out to us again regarding the issue and your printer information. We look forward to hearing from you.

[@Keepitrealuniversity]

Totally agree

[@dainisecia]

Same here. I was truly disappointed.