When do you need waterproof swing tags?

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When do you need waterproof swing tags?

Waterproof swing tags are worth choosing whenever your product is likely to come into contact with water, moisture, or heavy handling before it's ever purchased — think swimwear, outdoor gear, and footwear.

What makes a tag waterproof

Waterproof swing tags are made from a synthetic, laminated material rather than standard card, making them resistant to moisture, tearing, and general wear.

Best use cases

  • Swimwear and beachwear
  • Outdoor and technical clothing
  • Footwear, especially anything tried on in wet environments
  • Products displayed outdoors or in humid retail environments

Durability vs standard tags

Beyond water resistance, waterproof tags are also more resistant to tearing and scuffing than standard card, which is useful for products that get handled frequently on the shop floor.

Print quality considerations

Full colour printing on waterproof stock remains sharp and fade-resistant, so you're not trading off visual quality for durability.

Quick summary

  • Choose waterproof for swimwear, outdoor gear, and footwear
  • Made from synthetic, laminated material resistant to moisture and tearing
  • More durable than standard card under heavy handling
  • Print quality stays sharp and fade-resistant

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