Custom Eco-Friendly Silver Chrome Stickers
Simply enter the size of your sticker, choose your shape, pick the quantity you'd like and upload your artwork. It's that easy...
What makes them Eco-Friendly?
Our Eco-Friendly stickers are made from sustainably sourced wood pulp, not plastic. They’re fully compostable and printed with vegan inks, so they break down naturally without leaving waste behind.
Even though they’re made from plants, they look and feel just like regular vinyl, smooth, glossy, and professional. They’re splash-proof, scratch-resistant, and cut to any shape or size you need.
The adhesive is medium-strength, perfect for most sticker and label uses, and best suited for indoor applications.
The backing liner does contain traces of silicone, which means it’s not compostable, but it is widely recyclable.
Artwork check list
Preparing Your Artwork for Sticker Printing
Want your stickers to come out looking proper? Here’s what we need from you when you send over your artwork:
1. Size it right
Set your file to the exact finished size of your sticker (e.g. 7.5cm x 7.5cm).
2. Resolution
Go with 300 DPI. Anything lower will look soft or pixelated once printed.
3. Colour mode
Work in CMYK. RGB is for screens, not print, so colours won’t match properly otherwise.
4. Bleed
Add at least 3mm bleed on all sides. This stops any unwanted white edges after trimming.
5. Safe zone
Keep text, logos and anything important at least 3mm inside the cut line, so nothing gets chopped off.
6. Fonts
Convert all text to outlines/curves. That way we don’t need your font files.
7. File formats
We accept:
Vector files (AI, PDF, EPS) – best for logos and graphics
High-res raster files (PSD, TIFF, JPEG, PNG with transparency) – good for photos or detailed designs
8. Cut line (for custom shapes)
If you want a custom die-cut shape, add a separate cut line layer. Mark it in 100% magenta or use our templates.
9. Double check before sending
Make sure:
- Spelling is correct
- Colours are in CMYK
- Images still look sharp when zoomed in
10. Sending files
Send us a PDF, AI, or EPS with fonts outlined and layers intact. For simpler shapes, a high-res PNG works too.
Good to know:
Each order includes up to 5 different artworks as standard. If you need more than that, you’ll need to place an extra order.
White layer setup
Want your colours to come out solid and bold? Add a white base under those parts of the design.
Want the material to show through for a transparent or shiny effect? Leave the white layer off and the ink will print straight onto the sticker material.
Think of the white layer as a base coat. Add it where you need opacity, skip it where you want the effect to shine through.
1. Decide on the finish
- Solid and opaque = add white.
- Transparent/effect showing = no white.
2. Create a new layer
- Call it “White Layer”.
- Put it just below your artwork layer.
3. Mark the areas
- Fill the shapes where you want white with a solid colour.
- Set it as a spot colour named “White.”
4. Check it over
- With white = bold, opaque colour.
- Without white = see-through or material showing.
5. Save and send
- Export with the white layer intact (AI, PDF, or EPS recommended).
Turnaround and delivery
Standard turnaround:
3 to 5 working days from when I receive your final artwork.
Working to a deadline?
Email me at Jay@tackyandupsetting.com before placing your order. That way I can confirm if it’s doable and avoid any mix-ups.
Need a specific delivery estimate?
Just get in touch, I’ll always do my best to work to your timeline.
What Are Eco-Friendly Silver Chrome Stickers?
Silver chrome has that bright, mirror-like look that changes as it catches the light. Our eco-friendly version lets you use it on packaging, artwork and promotional stickers without choosing conventional vinyl.
Printing directly onto the reflective material creates metallic-looking colours, while a white ink layer can keep selected elements more opaque. A clear compostable gloss laminate protects the print against scratches and occasional splashes, although this is still a material for mostly indoor use rather than something intended for long-term outdoor exposure. If your design mixes printed artwork and shiny silver details, the contrast can work particularly well.
What are Eco-Friendly Silver Chrome Stickers made from?
They're printed on a wood-pulp-based material with a thin metallic silver layer that gives them their reflective finish. Unlike standard silver chrome vinyl, the film is derived from renewable plant material. We apply a clear compostable gloss laminate over the print for protection and shine.
Are Eco-Friendly Silver Chrome Stickers compostable?
Yes. The sticker uses compostable wood-pulp-based film, adhesive and gloss laminate, along with vegan, compostable inks. The material is certified for home and industrial composting, but local collection rules vary.
The silicone-treated backing liner isn't compostable, so remove it first and check what recycling options are available in your area.
How does the silver chrome finish affect my printed artwork?
Because the material itself is metallic, colours printed directly onto it can take on a silver sheen. White ink underneath selected areas helps those colours appear more solid, while leaving other areas without white lets the reflective surface show through.
Both effects can be combined in one design. Our Artwork File Guide explains how to prepare a white layer.
Are Eco-Friendly Silver Chrome Stickers waterproof?
No. They're splash-proof, so occasional contact with water is fine, but repeated soaking can damage them. The wood-pulp-based material reacts to moisture, which means these stickers aren't suitable for dishwashers, showers or long-term outdoor exposure.
For more demanding conditions, our Silver Chrome Stickers are made from waterproof, weatherproof vinyl.
What's the difference between Eco-Friendly Silver Chrome Stickers and regular Silver Chrome Stickers?
Both have a shiny metallic silver finish, but they're intended for different conditions. Our regular Silver Chrome Stickers use waterproof, weatherproof vinyl, making them better suited to longer-term outdoor use.
Our eco-friendly option uses compostable wood-pulp-based film and is best for indoor projects or short-term outdoor use where it won't stay wet.
What are Eco-Friendly Silver Chrome Stickers best used for?
They're a good choice for branded packaging, box seals, artwork, promotional stickers and stationery where the reflective silver adds something to the design.
The medium-strength adhesive sticks to most surfaces, including some gently curved ones. We recommend indoor use, although the stickers can handle short spells outside; avoid environments with persistent moisture.
Can Eco-Friendly Silver Chrome Stickers be cut to custom shapes?
Yes. We can cut them around your artwork, whether that's a standard circle, square or rectangle, or a custom outline that follows your design.
They're supplied as individual stickers rather than sheets. If your artwork runs right to the edge, allow 3mm bleed; our Artwork File Guide covers the setup.
