Pete started a new job last year, one that ends up with him drinking lots of water. There aren’t water fountains where he’s working, so he takes a gallon water jug with him every day. He was using a plastic one (which isn’t that great … you know, BPA and all), so he mentioned he wanted a stainless steel bottle. Being the nice wife I am, I bought him a stainless steel gallon water bottle for Valentine’s Day. Of course, I picked up a plain white one. Why? Because right now, the hot trend is using stickers to decorate your water bottle.
I told that to Pete as soon as he opened it, and it wasn’t even an hour later when he grabbed the stack of brewery stickers we have been accumulating from our travels.
It’s such a great way to carry your favorite travels with you. Many hikers decorate with trail stickers, then take the water bottle with them on their next hike. Jetsetters pick up stickers at gift shops. There’s nothing stopping you.
Using Stickers To Decorate Your Water Bottle
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This is the basic overview of what to do. The end of the post has more tips about affixing your stickers and caring for the bottle after its decorated.
Pick up any stainless steel water bottle.
Brand doesn’t matter, and neither does the color, to be honest. Just make sure it’s plain. Any one with a design already won’t really fit with this.
Start grabbing stickers at your favorite places. Pete wanted to decorate his with brewery stickers, and that was super easy for us to do. We have a ton of breweries in Wilmington, NC, so that’s easy to pick up stickers that way. We also stop at breweries when we are away on vacation, like when we went to Sierra Nevada Brewery in Asheville.
Then, just affix the stickers in any way you want to the water bottle.
Pete’s water bottle is a gallon, so it’s huge and has a lot of surface space. That means he can put a ton of stickers on it. If you have a smaller bottle, you may have to be a little more selective.
Are there special stickers for water bottles?
Vinyl decals are your best option for a water bottle because vinyl decals don’t fade. Plus, you can make your own with a vinyl cutting machine, so you can completely personalize your decals.
If you don’t want to, there are tons of small business who will make you personalized vinyl decals. Head over to the personalized vinyl decals section on Etsy and you can easily create your very own stickers.
You can use traditional stickers and decals, but you run the risk of those fading from the water bottle being in the sun or water dripping down it. I had this happen with my old water bottle. When I first affixed the sticker, it was a huge band logo on a rectangle. Eventually, it became a plain, white rectangle.
Stickers with a white background aren’t as pretty as ones with a transparent background. A transparent one means that the is printed in the middle and the edges around it are see-through. That way, all you see is the , not a lot of white space. If your stickers do have a white background, you can trim the edges.
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Can you put stickers in a water bottle?
Keeping the water bottle clean and protected is just as important as waterproofing the stickers. It is recommended to hand wash the bottle instead of throwing it into the dishwasher, as harsh dishwasher cycles and detergents can potentially damage the stickers. A gentle sponge or cloth with mild soap and water should do the trick.
How do you clean a water bottle sticker?
After cleaning your water bottle, make sure to dry it thoroughly to prevent water damage to the sticker. Moisture sitting on the surface can cause the sticker to bubble, warp, or even start peeling off. Use a clean towel or air dry your water bottle upside down to allow any remaining moisture to evaporate completely.
Can water damage stickers on water bottles?
Water damage can ruin the appearance of stickers on water bottles. Whether you accidentally spill water on your bottle or place it in a bag that’s not entirely dry, the moisture can seep into the stickers, causing them to peel off or fade. Waterproofing stickers acts as a barrier, preventing water from seeping through and damaging the adhesive.
How do you waterproof stickers on water bottles?
Spray sealers are a popular method for waterproofing stickers on water bottles. This process involves applying a special sealant spray over the stickers to create a protective barrier against water damage. To begin, make sure the stickers are clean and dry before starting the process.