Description
Custom silver labels & stickers, printed on polished metallic film
Polished silver metallic labels printed in the UK on 65-micron metallised PVC, supplied on easy-peel sheets with a bright, mirror-like finish and a permanent waterproof adhesive. Full-colour print, any size or shape, from a single label upwards.
Our polished silver labels carry a genuine reflective metal look that is easily mistaken for far more expensive engraved plaques. Printed on metallised PVC rather than paper, they hold that high-class shine on cosmetics, spirit bottles, gifts and branding without costing a fortune.
The CMYK inks we use are slightly translucent, so you get a choice: overlay your colours straight onto the silver for a subtle metallic sheen, or add a white under-base first for print that is as vibrant as it would be on paper. Mono designs and solid blocks of colour both look striking on the bright silver base.
Every order is cut to your exact measurements, in any shape you need, from one label upwards. If you would prefer a softer, less reflective look, our satin silver labels use the same material family - and free samples are on hand if you want to test the finish first.
Real metallic shine
A bright, mirror-like polished silver base that gives products a high-class metal look for a fraction of the price of engraved plaques.
Waterproof and durable
Printed with eco-solvent inks that will not smudge when wet, plus scratch resistance and UV stability for years of indoor or outdoor use.
Vibrant or metallic print
Overlay colour onto the silver for a metallic tint, or add a white under-base for full, vivid CMYK printing on the reflective film.
Any size or shape
Rectangle, square, circle, oval or a bespoke die-cut - supply your cutter guide and we cut your silver labels to match.
The three ways a colour can sit on polished silver, designing with unprinted mirror, small type and pale fills, and the products where a chrome finish earns its place.
How to order online
- 1
Choose your options
Pick your size, shape, material, finish and quantity - the price updates instantly. - 2
Add your artwork
Upload a print-ready file or design it online in a few clicks. - 3
Approve & add to basket
Check your live proof and order in a couple of clicks.
Popular uses for silver labels
- Cosmetics and beauty packaging
- Spirit, wine and drinks bottles
- Wedding stationery and favours
- Gift wrapping and special occasions
- Jar and candle labelling
- Premium branding and logo stickers
- Product seals and closures
- Metal-effect nameplates and badges
Our print guarantee
We print exactly what you approve, matched as closely as we can to your on-screen proof - with a natural tolerance for colour and material differences.
What we guarantee
- Colour reproduced as closely as possible to your approved proof
- Sharp, high-quality printing and clean, accurate cutting
- Any printing, cutting or material fault is on us - we’ll put it right or reprint free
What’s down to you
- Spelling, wording and layout in your artwork
- Setting up white ink and clear areas correctly for your design
- We can’t improve low-quality graphics - upload poor resolution and it will print at poor resolution
- We print your design exactly as approved, so please check your proof carefully
By approving your proof you accept the following. Colour is reproduced as accurately as possible but cannot be guaranteed to match your screen, a printed sample or a previous order exactly. Differences between rich (full-colour) black and single black, colours sitting near the edge of the CMYK gamut, fine tints and slight variation between materials, finishes and print batches are a normal part of the printing process and may not be visible on your on-screen proof. These are considered within standard commercial print tolerance and are not classed as a fault. Where any question of print quality arises, StickyThings is the final arbiter of whether a job has printed correctly.
Frequently asked questions
Are these silver labels waterproof?
Yes. They are printed on metallised PVC with eco-solvent inks and a permanent waterproof adhesive, so they will not smudge when wet and can be used both indoors and outdoors. The reverse of the material is bright metallic silver too.
How do the printed colours look on the silver material?
Our CMYK inks are slightly translucent. Printed straight onto the silver they take on a metallic sheen with a slightly duller look, or we can lay down a white under-base first so the colours print as vibrant as they would on paper. Mono and solid-colour designs look especially smart.
What surfaces will the adhesive stick to?
The permanent solvent-based acrylic adhesive bonds to all smooth surfaces such as glass, metal and most rigid plastics. It will not hold well on low energy plastics like car bumpers and ABS, so order a free sample to test if you are unsure.
What is the difference between polished and satin silver?
Polished silver is our brightest, most reflective mirror-like finish. Satin silver uses a similar material but is less shiny and reflective, for a more understated metallic look. If you cannot decide, our free sample service lets you compare both in person.
What is the minimum order and can I have custom shapes?
Just one label. Enter any width and height for a standard shape, or supply a vector cutter guide for a bespoke die-cut, and we will cut your silver labels to spec. There are no set-up fees and you can mix designs in a single run.
How quickly will I get my silver labels?
Once you approve the PDF proof we get straight to print, with all polished material held in stock. For our current production and delivery times, please see our turnaround and delivery page.
Why do my colours look different on polished silver?
The inks are translucent, so a colour printed straight onto the mirror becomes a metallic tint of itself and white in the artwork comes out as bare silver. To get a colour exactly as designed, mark that element for a white ink underbase; the white prints first and the colour sits on it opaque.
Can I have silver lettering on a polished silver label?
Yes, and it costs nothing: leave the letters unprinted and print the colour around them, so the mirror shows through as the type. Knocking the brand out to bare silver on a dark tinted panel is the classic polished silver layout.
