What Are Paper Coasters?
Paper coasters are flat, absorbent mats made from paper-based board. They sit under a glass or cup and soak up condensation and spills before they reach the table. They protect wood, ceramic, stone, and glass surfaces from rings and sticky marks.
Most paper coasters are made from pulpboard, cardboard, or kraft. Pulpboard is the most popular choice. It is light, soaks up water fast, and holds print well. Kraft gives a natural brown look for rustic brands and pairs well with custom kraft boxes for takeout or retail. All three are made from wood fiber, which makes them a more eco-friendly choice than plastic, rubber, or vinyl coasters.
Thickness changes how a coaster feels and how much liquid it holds:
- Lightweight (approx. 40pt): Thin and low cost. Best for high-volume bars, festivals, and one-night events.
- Medium (approx. 60pt): The standard bar coaster. It gives a good balance of absorbency, stiffness, and price.
- Heavyweight (approx. 80pt+): Thick and firm with a premium feel. It holds the most liquid, so it suits weddings, corporate gifts, and upscale lounges.
You can choose round, square, or custom die-cut shapes. Round and square coasters are the fastest to produce and cost the least. Many brands use the same outline on their custom die-cut stickers for a matching look.
Exclusive Printing Methods to Raise Awareness!
Good print quality is what makes a coaster worth keeping. We print with CMYK and PMS color matching, so your logo looks the same on every coaster in the run. Our methods handle short runs for a single event and long runs for a chain of bars or cafes.
You can add logos, QR codes, taglines, social handles, or a drink special. A QR code that links to your menu, loyalty program, or review page turns a simple coaster into a tool guests actually use. For more tabletop space, pair your coasters with custom table tents that promote the same offer.
Here are the printing and finishing options we offer:
- Flexography: Best for large orders. It prints fast at a low cost per unit and works with water-based and soy-based inks.
- Digital Printing: Best for short runs and full-color designs. Setup cost is low and turnaround is quick. It prints fine detail, photos, and color fades cleanly.
- Screen Printing: Best for bold, solid colors. The thick ink layer gives strong color that stays readable in dim bar lighting.
- Letterpress: The design is pressed into thick, soft board, leaving a deep impression you can feel with your fingers. It works best on heavyweight stock and is a favorite for weddings.
- Foil Stamping: Adds a shiny gold, silver, or copper accent to a logo or name. It is a strong fit for corporate events, anniversaries, and product launches.
Your finish also affects performance. An uncoated finish absorbs the most liquid, so it is the best choice for cold, sweating drinks. A matte finish gives a soft, clean look with no glare and protects the print, though it absorbs a little less. Many brands use uncoated stock for bar service and matte for display or hot drinks.
Benefits of Paper Coasters for Your Business!
From being lightweight to offering durability and branding opportunities, these paper coasters can do magic for your business.
Here are some primary benefits that they offer:
Excellent Presentation & Look!
If you want to present your beverages professionally, you need to work on the way you serve them. By adding these custom coasters, you will be able to carry the weight of your cups. Moreover, they are hygienic. They allow your hygiene-conscious customers to have a feel-good experience.
Keeps the Surface Clean & Smooth!
No customer would like to sip a cup of coffee or have a drink at a place with dirty tables. This will not help you in preserving yourself as a reputable brand. Therefore, these coasters are highly essential for your business. Their absorbent surface absorbs all the water and liquid residue. They let your tables shine and be cleaned for the customers.
Cost-efficient Solution!
You don’t have to invest in expensive products to keep the tables clean and the presentation up to the mark. These paper coasters are affordable. Their size is never too big, which means reduced packaging as well as shipping costs. They help you deliver a strong brand impression, while being affordable.
Why Choose Urgent Boxes?
Urgent Boxes offers you phenomenal packaging services. From high-quality printing to excellent quality materials - we make no compromises and offer you exceptional packaging. But the best part about us is that we offer you high-end packaging at affordable rates. We leave no stone unturned in offering you the most convenient packaging solution.
Our paper coasters will prove ideal for your business. Whether you’re running a cafe, a coffee shop, a pub, a bar, or a hotel, these coasters will come in handy for you. These coasters are ideal for bulk usage. You can also avail yourself of wholesale rates by placing your order for these coasters.
We offer you free design guidance, low minimums, free mockups, and custom and generic samples. Moreover, we also offer you free doorstep delivery in the US.
