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5 Popular Ideas for Using Promotional Photo Mugs

Saturday, August 14th, 2010
Promotional photo Latte mugs

Promotional Photo Latte Mugs at discounted prices

Promotional photo mugs allow businesses to design unique works of art to distribute as employee gifts, to use in fundraising projects, or to sell under their personal brand name. High-quality coffee mugs come in many different shapes, styles, and price ranges so that every type of hot drink mug distribution project can be accommodated.

Advertising photo mugs and graphics coffee mugs are often used for:

1. Staff Photos: Promotional coffee mugs with colourful graphics can highlight the members of your staff or the office animal that keeps your staff company. Advertising campaigns that show personal views of a company are asking the clients to pretend that they are an important part of this family-unit. Ad mugs with personal pictures are often treasured by the employees who are highlighted in the photographs.

2. Product Photos: Coffee cups that feature desirable consumer products in pictures or graphics are keeping these items displayed where they are enticing to the consumer. Logo mugs can be printed with any type of photograph desired so that it is possible to promote all types of products, brands, or services on a high-quality mug.

3. Vacation Getaways: When business organizations are giving away trips to their employees or customers, photograph mugs are a great way to promote this type of a contest. When lots of colourful promotional photo mugs are distributed to announce a contest, people are reminded every day that the desirable contest is in progress. Holiday trip photo mugs are also used by cruise lines and vacation planners as souvenir mugs.

4. Club Fundraisers: Promotional coffee or tea mugs that include colourful photos or graphics can be used as interesting fundraiser ideas. School groups and youth clubs can choose an appropriate image to distribute for donations on a collectible coffee mug. Church groups, exercise clubs, and sports teams can ask local businesses to support a coffee mug order in exchange for the adverting opportunities that the order presents.

5. Holiday Themes: Businesses can use promotional photo mugs to create unique holiday coffee cups for all types of purposes. Small consumer stores may want to sell their house-brand holiday mug creations while others may want to design a classy looking coffee mug to use as employee or trade show customer gifts.

All types of promotional mugs are available online at discounted prices. At CompuGift we have hundreds of  mug choices available that can be printed with logos, names, pictures, or graphics. These ad mugs are sold in groups or lots that help to keep prices reasonable through the use of volume-sized orders. Company gift photo mugs are very desirable ad item tools that are viewed by lots of people every time that they are in use.

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Renew Your Image with Promotional Photo Mugs

Monday, August 2nd, 2010
Dye-sub promotional photo mugs

CompuGift offers the UK's lowest prices on promotional photo mugs.

In this weak economy, companies are looking to increase their business as much as possible. One way to gain the attention of potential customers is by advertising with promotional items. Many companies place ads in newspapers or hand out business cards. Smart companies use promotional items because the advertisement lasts much longer. Everyone can use a new keychain, pen or shirt, right? What about promotional photo mugs? Most people have a favourite coffee mug, so why not advertise on something people will use often?

There are many benefits to using promotional photo mugs. People are drawn more to photos than plain text. A photo or logo is much more memorable than words. Mugs are one of the most popular advertising tools anyway, so adding a photo related to your business just makes it that much better. Promotional photo mugs are used almost daily by coffee drinkers and at social gatherings. If you create a beautiful, eye-catching mug, your customers will use it often. Every time they see the photo, they’ll think of your business. Other people, like friends, family and co-workers, may also see the mug and remember your business. Well designed promotional mugs are great conversation pieces, so if you create a unique one, people will talk about it and it will garner a lot of attention toward your business.

There are several varieties of mugs to choose from. There are mugs made from ceramic, china, plastic and glass. There are also plastic and stainless steel travel mugs available – these are also the most costly. There are even colour-changing mugs. These eye-catching mugs change colour or display a photo or advertising message when liquid is poured into them.

The Internet is a great place to find a company with the mug styles you like at affordable prices. Depending on the type of mug and the quantity, you can purchase photo mugs very reasonably. The larger the quantity, the lower the unit price. Many companies have graphic designers who will work with you directly to create a unique mug and allow you to preview your mug before it is shipped. There are many online companies that offer special discounts and free shipping.

Some downsides to promotional photo mugs is that the photo will not last forever. It will fade over time. For this reason, it is recommended that you do not wash the mugs in a dishwasher. However, this gives you more of a reason to provide potential customers with new mugs every few years or so. If budget allows you could make these innovative promotional items an annual and much anticipated gift.

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Promotional Photo Mugs Just Got Better

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010
Promotional Photo Mugs

CompuGift is the UK's leading independent supplier of promotional photo mugs

Have you ever felt frustrated by the limitations of printing on to promotional earthenware mugs? For many years, it was only possible to screen print on to corporate mugs. With dye sublimation photo printing, this is no longer the case! Dye sublimation enables you to print extremely accurate colour photo reproduction. In fact, a four-colour high quality imprint of a photo or logo is possible with outstanding results.

Dye sublimation onto mugs is the way of the future. The technique uses popular organic colour dyes which achieve vibrant colours and crystal clear results. What is more, this printing method is also environmentally friendly. The dye does not contain substances such as lead and cadmium. The absence of these harmful chemicals does not affect the print in a negative way. In fact, you can expect a finished product that has a beautiful glossy appearance.

As with most good things, there are a couple of negatives. Dye Sublimation is not possible on all mug styles. Mugs with straight sides and few curves to the design achieve the best results. Popular UK mug shapes such as the Durham and Cambridge mugs are ideal for dye sub printing. They also do not hold up well when put through the dishwasher so please hand wash these attractive mugs and they will last a long time.

If you are looking for a promotional mugs that can be printed with stunning photos and logos, this is the printing method for you. It is also worth mentioning that as this is not an extremely difficult printing process, you can expect a very speedy turnaround. For more information about dye sub mugs, Contact CompuGift at 01642 782455.

CompuGift has specialised in promotional mugs for many years.  We can send you samples of work that we have done on behalf of our clients and offer advice on the best promotional mugs for your individual requirements.

Promotional photo mugs are also available in many of the new trendy styles such as large and small latte mugs, BIG mugs and Marrow and Quadra mugs.

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5 of the Most Popular Promotional Mugs for Promotion

Friday, July 9th, 2010
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Promotional mugs are CompuGift - CompuGift is Promotional Mugs!

Promotional mugs are the second most popular promotional gift available in the UK. They are only second to promotional pens. If you are thinking of using promotional mugs to promote your brand, it is a good idea to know what is available to you. In this article I will show you 5 mugs that are popular in the UK for promoting your business.

1.)  Plastic mugs are a relatively new addition to the promotional gift industry. They are available in many different colours and styles. Plastic promotional mugs are light weight and last a long time. The print life is slightly shorter than that of ceramic earthenware mugs because they are not fire cured but they should still last a long time. Logo printed plastic mugs are perfect for outdoor promotions and organizations.

2.)  Promotional earthenware mugs are the most popular mug on the market. These are available in many different fashionable styles and colours. At CompuGift we would be happy to send you samples of the most popular styles available such as the new etched mugs and latte mugs. Have your logo etched into the side of a mug and it will stay there for the lifetime of the mug.  The print life for screen printed mugs is long and will last much longer if they are washed by hand as they often are in offices. Logo printed earthenware mugs are very versatile and can be Pantone colour matched, screen printed and even printed in full colour.

3.)  China mugs are available to those who want something a little more classy than the standard earthenware mug. When you purchase promotional china mugs, you do not have as large of a colour selection and the shapes are limited but they feel like the top quality mug they are. Normally, china mugs are screen printed but they can also be etched and even photo printed.

4.)  Glass mugs look a lot like the plastic mugs and are also available in quite a few different colours. They are normally transparent and work fantastic as promotional tools. They are much heavier that the plastic mugs and should definitely be considered if you like the look of the plastic mugs but want something a little more substantial.

5.)  The useful travel mug is definitely becoming more popular. Promotional travel mugs are usually made out of aluminum with a plastic non-spill lid. They are perfect for drinking your morning coffee or tea in the car, train or tube. The aluminum base and plastic inner helps keep the drink hot while the non-spill lid helps ensure you arrive to work in the same state you were when you left the house.

For more information about promotional mugs and the ways in which they can be personalized, contact CompuGift on 01642 782455.  CompuGift is the leading independent online supplier for promotional mugs.

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Budget Durham Photo Mugs for Promoting Your Brand

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Promotional Photo mugs are promotional photo mugs, right?  Wrong!  I have been in the promotional gifts industry for over 20 years and have seen mugs come and go.  If you are looking for a good quality promotional mug, than you need to look at the budget Durham photo mug first.  Here is why;

The Durham mug is well known

Long before photo mugs became the rage, the Durham mug was already a top seller.   The 90mm x 83mm mug has a large 330ml capacity.  Many people like this fact and look forward to using the Durham for their coffee and tea breaks.

Large Print Area

This popular mug offers a 216mm x 92mm print area.  This goes from the handle all the way around the mug to the handle again.  If you have a colourful design that you would like to get in front of your customers, this large print area offers you an amazing area to do so!

Low Cost

As inexpensive promotional mugs go, the Durham is one of the least expensive.  This is not down to the quality of the mug but to the fact that it is mass produced to meet demand.  Ask for a sample - we would be happy to send you one. 

Print Quality

The flat, straight sides of this mug are ideal for photo printing or dye sublimation printing techniques.  At CompuGift we will be able to offer you outstanding results that you will be proud to give to your customers. 

Express Printing

This mug can be express printed.  If you are reading this article looking for promotional gifts for a closely approaching event, the fact that it can be express printed could be a real benefit to you.  What’s more, it should not cost you any more than the standard delivery service. 

You will want to begin your search for the Durham promotional photo mug at CompuGift Promotional Mugs.  This is where you will find the best deals.  If the Durham turns out not to be the mug for you, you should be able to find a large range of photo mug styles online that will suite your requirements. We would be happy to send you samples to assist you with your decision.

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3 Types of Promotional Desktop Photo Frames For Promoting Your Business

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

photo frame

One of the popular promotional photo frames available at CompuGift.

Promotional desktop gifts

are superior gifts! These are the gifts that are usually quite good quality and sit on the desktop printed with your logo and details for all to see. Products such as metal clocks, pen pots and photo frames all fit into this category of excellent business gifts. Here I would like to tell you about three types of photo frames that will get your business noticed!

Plastic Frames

If you are on a tight budget but you still want to get your logo and details on your customers’ desktops, then you should seriously consider plastic frames. Let’s face it, the most important part of a frame is what it is framing. That is, the pictures of family and friends which your customers want to display. By giving your customers a plastic frame to display one of their favourite pictures you are giving them a product that will stay on their desks for years promoting your company all along the way.

Metal Frames

For slightly more money, you could choose from a range of metal photo frames. Some have chrome finishes where others are manufactured in more expensive metals. These are heavier than plastic frames and they look fantastic. Unlike plastic frames, most metal photo frames are engraved with your logo.

Digital frames

Digital photo frames are the frames many people prefer nowadays because they have a very high perceived value and because your customers can show off many more pictures. Some are plastic and some are metal. They are also available in many different sizes and shapes. Generally speaking, the more memory the frame has, the more expensive it is.

Keyring Digital Frames

These may not be officially a desktop gift but they often will be. There are many new digital photo frame keyrings on the market. Many people put their keys down on their desktop at the office or if they are at home on the counter or table top. These digital frames have the added bonus of staying with your customers wherever they may travel.

Conclusion

When considering which frames to purchase, it is important to consider your budget and the print area available to you. A desktop digital photo frame may appear to be expensive but if it is metal there is a good chance you will not need to purchase large quantities like you may have to do with less expensive plastic frames. Similarly, if you have a large colourful logo, this could get lost on an engraved metal frame. It is therefore best to choose a plastic frame that can show your logo in all it glory.

I hope this article has been of interest to you.  Please feel free to leave a comment. 

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Promotional Photo Mugs vs Screen Printed Mugs For Promotion

Thursday, January 7th, 2010
Photo mug

Photo Mugs offer Excellent Promotional Opportunities

Looking for promotional mugs to promote your business can be a difficult process. There are so many different types of personalisation that choosing the correct one for your marketing may take a while. This article looks at the two of the most popular ways of printing mugs. Each of these printing methods have their pluses and negatives.

Screen Printing Mugs

Screen printing looks very good. It is best used for spot colours without graduating tones. If your logo is one, two or three colours, this may well be the method you want to use to print your promotional mugs. Once the mugs have been printed and cured in the oven, the ink becomes permanent. You can actually take a key to the printed mugs and scratch at the print and it will not come off. There are a couple of pitfalls to screen printing, however. It is often difficult if not impossible to print exact pantones as the colours will change when the mugs are fired. You can also not print bright colours because ceramic inks fade when they are heat cured.

Photo Mugs

This is a very popular alternative to screen printing. With promotional photo mugs, you can not only achieve excellent quality full colour pictures on the mugs but you can also print bright, even neon colours. The end product can look amazing. The only problem with photo mugs is that the print will not last. In time, the colours will fade and the mugs will no longer look very good. This is not necessarily a negative.  Many companies like the fact that the mugs will fade. Football clubs and record companies for example like to sell mugs with pictures of their superstars of the moment in retail shops knowing that the person who buys the mug will probably return the following year for a new one.

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