Customised sticker printing in Singapore sounds simple until you start ordering — then you hit kiss-cut versus die-cut, roll versus sheet, paper versus synthetic, and a dozen sizes that all sound reasonable. This guide cuts through it. By the end you’ll know exactly which sticker format, material and cut you need, and what to specify when you place your order.

Key takeaways

• Kiss-cut stickers leave the backing uncut, perfect for sheets and easy peeling.
• Die-cut stickers cut through the backing too, giving a clean custom shape.
• Roll labels are best for production lines and bottles; sheet labels are better for small batches.
• Most Orange Print stickers are water resistant, not fully waterproof.
• For outdoor or wet-exposure use, choose synthetic PP or UV DTF material.
• Expect 3–5 working days turnaround for most custom stickers.

What does “customised sticker printing” actually mean?

Customised sticker printing in Singapore means producing stickers in your exact design, shape, size and material — as opposed to off-the-shelf labels. At Orange Print, we print custom stickers in a range of formats: kiss-cut sheets, die-cut individual pieces, continuous rolls, fabric stickers, security stickers and UV direct-to-film (DTF). The right choice depends on how you’ll apply the sticker, where it’ll end up, and how many you need.

Explore the full range on our label and sticker category page, or keep reading to work out which format fits your use case.

Kiss-cut vs die-cut: the single most important choice

Most sticker decisions come down to this one: kiss-cut or die-cut.

• Kiss-cut stickers are cut through the top sticker layer only, leaving the paper backing intact. The result is a sticker-on-a-square-of-backing that’s easy to peel. Perfect for packs, promotional giveaways and sticker sheets.
• Die-cut stickers are cut all the way through both the sticker and its backing, matching your exact shape. The result is an individual shaped sticker, no square border. Perfect for product packaging, premium branding and single-piece stickers.

If you want multiple stickers on one sheet (e.g., a loyalty sticker set, a brand pack), choose our kiss-cut sticker. If you want each sticker as an individual piece in a custom shape, choose a die-cut sheet sticker.

Roll vs sheet: which format fits your workflow?

Independent of how each sticker is cut, you also need to decide how they’re supplied:

• Sheet stickers — stickers arrive on A4-ish sheets. Best for small quantities, manual application, variety sheets (mixed designs), or when you want customers to peel stickers one at a time.
• Roll labels — stickers wound onto a core, designed to be dispensed manually or from a labelling machine. Best for product lines: cosmetic bottles, sauce jars, drinks, food packaging. Our roll form label sticker is built for this workflow.

A practical rule of thumb: under 200 pieces, sheets are easier. Over 500 pieces for a repeating product, rolls save hours.

Sticker materials: paper, synthetic, and when each wins

Orange Print offers sticker materials grouped into three broad families:

Paper-based (woodfree, glossy art paper)

Cost-effective, easy to print on, accepts full-colour artwork beautifully. Best for indoor use — packaging inserts, seals, gifts, promotional stickers, short-term labels. Not water resistant on its own.

Synthetic (PP, vinyl)

Water resistant, tear resistant, more durable than paper. The default for product labels that might get wiped down, refrigerated items, toiletries, or stickers that need to survive a handbag. Most of our roll-form labels ship on synthetic material.

UV direct-to-film (DTF)

A newer option where UV ink is printed onto a transparent film. High-colour accuracy, glossy finish, water resistant. Good for logos applied to products, equipment labels, or where you want a premium look. Available via our UV DTF sticker.

One honest note: Orange Print stickers are water resistant, not fully waterproof. They handle splashes, condensation, brief rinses and regular handling. For permanently submerged, dishwasher-safe or outdoor-marine-grade applications, specialist stickers from industrial suppliers are a better fit.

Sticker sizes: how to pick without second-guessing

The most common sticker sizes in Singapore:

• Round labels — 25 mm (small seal), 38 mm (product label), 50 mm (large badge), 75 mm (hero brand sticker).
• Square labels — 50 x 50 mm, 70 x 70 mm, 100 x 100 mm.
• Rectangular labels — 50 x 25 mm (thin product label), 80 x 40 mm (bottle label), 100 x 70 mm (larger label).
• Custom shapes — die-cut to any silhouette, minimum internal radius 3 mm.

Pick based on where the sticker will sit. A sauce bottle body needs something around 80 x 40 mm. A laptop sticker works well at 70–100 mm widest edge. A packaging seal is usually 25–40 mm round.

Special sticker types

Beyond the basics, a few specialised stickers solve specific problems:

• Security stickers — leave a “VOID” pattern when peeled, useful for warranty seals, tamper evidence. See our security sticker.
• Fabric stickers — apply to cloth or soft surfaces. See our fabric sticker.
• Hot-stamping stickers — add a metallic foil layer to specific parts of the design. See our hot-stamped sticker.
• Multiple dieline stickers — several shapes on one sheet, cut to multiple outlines. See our multiple dieline sticker.

Quantities: the practical minimums

Below 50 stickers, setup cost dominates per-unit price. Between 100 and 500, prices drop quickly. Above 1,000, the unit economics are excellent.

For a product launch, 300–500 labels is usually the sweet spot — enough to ship, enough tier discount, not enough leftover if the packaging evolves. For event stickers or giveaways, 200 is a reasonable starting point.

Artwork: what your printer needs

Sticker printing needs slightly different artwork from paper print. Things to get right:

1. Vector file preferred (AI, EPS, PDF). JPG is only acceptable for photographic stickers.
2. 300 dpi at final size. Small text, small logos especially.
3. CMYK colour mode. RGB files shift colour on print.
4. Dieline marked clearly on a separate layer — this is the cut path. Without it, the printer has to guess.
5. 3 mm bleed around the dieline, important content 3 mm inside the cut edge.
6. Spot colours (Pantone) for brand matching — flag these upfront.

Turnaround: when will your stickers be ready?

Most custom stickers at Orange Print turn around in 3–5 working days after artwork approval. Simple kiss-cut sheets on paper material are on the faster end. Synthetic material with complex die-cut shapes, hot-stamping or security features run closer to 5–7 working days. Rush timelines can sometimes be accommodated — ask when you send artwork.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between kiss-cut and die-cut stickers?

Kiss-cut stickers are cut only through the sticker layer, leaving the paper backing intact — they sit on a rectangular backing. Die-cut stickers are cut all the way through both the sticker and the backing, giving each sticker its own shape. Kiss-cut is better for sheets; die-cut is better for individual branded stickers.

Are Orange Print stickers waterproof?

Orange Print stickers are water resistant, not fully waterproof. They handle splashes, condensation and regular handling on products like bottles or toiletries. For applications that require full submersion, dishwashing or permanent outdoor exposure, a specialist waterproof sticker from an industrial supplier is more suitable.

How long do custom stickers take to print in Singapore?

Most custom stickers at Orange Print are ready in 3–5 working days after artwork approval. Specialised options like hot-stamping, security patterns or synthetic-material roll labels can take 5–7 working days. Always confirm your deadline when you send artwork.

What file format should I send for sticker printing?

A vector file (AI, EPS or PDF) with the dieline marked on a separate layer is ideal. Include 3 mm bleed, keep important content 3 mm inside the cut edge, and use CMYK colour mode. Flag any Pantone (spot) colours upfront so the printer can match them.

What is the minimum order quantity for custom stickers?

Minimum orders at Orange Print typically start at 50 pieces. Below this, the setup cost per sticker is high. The price per piece drops sharply at 300, 500 and 1,000 — most small-business customers order in the 300–1,000 range.

Can I get stickers printed on a roll instead of a sheet?

Yes. Our roll-form label sticker is designed for production lines and bottle labelling. Roll labels save significant manual handling time if you apply labels in batches of 200+ repeatedly.

What material is best for product labels on skincare or food bottles?

For skincare, toiletries, sauces and drinks, synthetic PP material is the safer choice — it’s water resistant, resists tearing, and survives condensation from refrigerated items. Paper labels can work for dry-goods packaging, but switch to synthetic if the bottle will get wet.

Ready to order custom stickers?

Browse the full range of sticker printing in Singapore at our label and sticker category page. Whether you need kiss-cut sheets, die-cut labels, roll-form product labels or specialised security stickers, Orange Print prints them all — with turnaround from 3–5 working days and pricing that scales with volume.