5 December, 2022
Top Materials Used for Promotional Water Bottles
Promotional water bottles are among the most popular giveaways at trade shows, conventions, and other events. Businesses choose this type of product because water bottles are an inexpensive way to promote their brand, and they can be reused many times over in people’s daily lives. Here are four top materials to consider when choosing promotional water bottles.
Metal
I’m sure you know that metal water bottles exist, but did you know they come in all shapes and sizes? If you’re looking to customise water bottles for your brand, or want a certain product feel, consider metal water bottles.
Metal is durable and lighter than glass, and it can come with a wide range of features (like sturdiness or insulation) depending on your company's needs. With so many options in shape, size, colour and materials (aluminium vs stainless steel), there are endless possibilities with metal. We recommend using these if you’re trying to go for a more classic look.
Glass
High-quality glass can provide a sleek and distinctive look to your bottles. But, glass has a few downsides: It's heavy, breakable and fragile. However, if you choose a plastic alternative with high-quality print or laser etching, you'll still get durability and elegance.
Another drawback of glass is that it isn't insulated, so your water will lose temperature quickly in hotter weather. Plastic: Whether you choose polyethylene terephthalate (PET) or high-density polyethylene (HDPE), both have their strengths as promotional drinkware options.
Plastic
The main material of water bottles is a kind of plastic. Plastics are inexpensive and lightweight and easy to colour using dyes or pigments. The problem with plastic as a promotional water bottle material is that it tends to feel cheap and flimsy. That’s why many people opt for metal water bottles instead — metal feels more expensive and adds a level of professionalism that plastic simply can’t achieve. But there are some things to consider before you purchase metal: It costs more than plastic, isn't easily recyclable, and if left on an exposed dashboard or other hot spots in your car, it will get unbearably hot.
Eco-friendly
While advertising your brand, remember that you want your customers to feel good about drinking from their promotional water bottles. The soft carrying handle makes it easy to drink on the go, while a durable construction ensures that your bottles will last. Additionally, these environmentally friendly promotional water bottles are recyclable and reusable over again, making them an excellent choice for the budget.
It’s clear from our look at each of these materials that there are advantages and disadvantages to using each. When deciding which material to use, there are a few things you should take into consideration: your budget, your potential customers (what they’re likely to carry around), and your brand image. Your decision will likely be based on what makes sense for your individual business needs. However, we hope our analysis has given you some insights into how each material works best so you can get one step closer to finding the perfect promotional water bottle.
The Drink Bottles Team