How to Print Wine Bottle Labels That Do Not Run
Whether you are adding the final touches to your home vintage or creating decorative labels for a wedding or other special celebration, designing wine labels is a great way to add creativity and personality to a bottle. The last thing you want to see is for that elegant label to be ruined by moisture, with the colors running and letters fading away. Discover the tricks to printing a wine bottle label that will still look good long after the wine is gone. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Purchase white label paper that is appropriate for the kind of printer you are using. Don't use transparent labels as the ink may rub off of clear labels, and the color of the wine bottle will change the colors in your design making. Specialty stores may sell labels specially designed for wine bottles, but you can also use full-size label sheets for a more economical option.
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Print your design on the paper using a laser jet printer. The heated printing process utilized by these machines ensures the durability of the ink, even when exposed to moisture.
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If you only have access to an injket printer, or if you wish to reinforce the laser printed labels, use a waterproof art fixative spray or acrylic sealer, which can be purchased at art supply stores. Allow the ink on the printed labels to dry fully before using sealer.
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Spray fixative in light coats on the front of the label before removing the labels from the backing, Allow to dry according to the manufacturer's directions.
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Affix the label to your wine bottle and enjoy.
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Tips & Warnings
Avoid immersing your wine labels in water, such as an ice bath, as prolonged exposure to moisture may cause the label to lose its adhesive qualities and be more susceptible to running, even with these precautions.
References
- Photo Credit bottle of wine with blank label image by Albo from Fotolia.com
