How to find the Difference Between A Sticker and A Decal?

by Wisaal Kaash Blogger

While running a business it often comes in the mind that you need to spread the message of your product countrywide, you start thinking about the best and cost-effective method to promote your products and services effectively. Many people prefer to use a traditional and unique method to advertise their business, a method that helps to make their business stick into the minds of the people for a long time. One of the effective and common methods to advertise products these days are through the use of decals and stickers. People usually don’t know the difference between them. There are some similarities as well as some differences between them.

Before you plan to advertise your products by using one of these, you first need to think the following things

1. What your requirement is, are you looking for a sticker that can be applied to a small area or are you looking for extra-large size sticker to cover the large space such as a vehicle or a truck?

2. Think about the appearance, color, what color is best to define your product? which color matches the theme?

3. For how long you want the sticker to showcase your product and spread the message of your services? Do you require a seasonal sticker or sticker that sticks for years?

4. What type of sticker or decal would best serve the purpose as there are many types of the sticker; opaque, static cling, clear vinyl, etc.?

Once you have come to know the best thing for business, now its time for you to understand the difference between these two so that you can easily decide which one to give the job of sales representative. There are many things to consider before buying one of these, but first of all, we will start with the definition

Stickers

Stickers are usually used to promote the brand or product. They are printed or illustrated with graphics. There are many types of stickers. They are adhesive from the back and front as well. A sticker can be die-cut to give maximum attraction, they can be used on all surfaces and are easy to remove. A gloss coating or UV coating is applied to increase its durability.

Decals

Decals are long term adhesives, they can be permanent or temporary. They offer more designs and colors. They are printed on special paper and are used on metallic, glass or porcelain. All decals can be called stickers but all stickers are not decals. Decals are tough and long-lasting. They are usually made with latex ink.

The following points will help you to know the difference between these two in more depth

· Application/usage

Stickers are generally used for logos and illustrations while decals are mostly used for promotional and decorative purposes. Stickers can be used on any smooth surface however decals are used on floors, walls and rough surfaces as well.

· Size

Stickers are smaller in size as compare to decals

· Lifespan

Decals are made with a special material that’s why they are best to use for the long term. They are durable, weather and water-resistant. Stickers are also weather-resistant but their life span is shorter then decals.