Water-transfer decoration, also known as hydrographic printing, is a popular technique for applying intricate designs to packaging solutions. Available when partnering with Viva Packaging, this method offers several advantages when applied to closures, tubes, and sticks:

• High-Quality Aesthetic Appeal: Water-transfer printing can produce high-resolution, detailed images and patterns. This method allows for vibrant, multi-color designs that can mimic complex textures like wood grain, carbon fiber, or metal finishes. The ability to create realistic and intricate visuals enhances the visual appeal of packaging components, making products more attractive to consumers.
• Versatility in Design: This technique can be used to decorate a wide range of materials, including different plastics. It allows for flexibility in design choices, enabling brands to play with custom patterns and finishes that can align with their product themes. The versatility extends to covering curved and irregular surfaces, which can be challenging for other printing methods.
• Consistent and Uniform Coverage: Water-transfer decorations ensure consistent application of the design across the entire surface of the packaging, including areas that might be hard to reach with traditional printing methods. This uniformity is particularly valuable for closures and sticks that often have complex shapes.
• Durability and Protection: The water-transfer process includes a clear topcoat, which both enhances the appearance and provides additional protection. This topcoat helps protect the design from scratches, UV light, and general wear and tear, ensuring the longevity of the decoration.
• Eco-Friendly Options: Water-transfer printing uses water-based inks and coatings, which are more environmentally friendly compared to solvent-based alternatives. As Viva's solutions are manufactured in North America, transportation costs and gas emissions are also reduced, for an overall more sustainable solution.

Choose Viva's water-transfer decoration capabilities to get a combination of aesthetic, functional, and economic benefits. Enhance the appearance and durability of your chosen closures, tubes, and sticks. Contact us now to learn more.