Throughout the years, there have been numerous discussions as people attempt to find out which is better between the non-woven bags and plastic bags. Many countries have banned the use of plastic bags, giving commendation to non-woven bags and that is not without reason.

In this article, we discuss the differences between the two in reference to Singapore.

What is a non woven bag

A custom non woven bag is made from non woven polypropylene (PP), a staple fiber. These fibers are usually bonded together with the use of chemical, mechanical, heat or solvent treatment. The non-woven bags are made without being woven or knitted. The process that the bag undergoes to be form, creates a fabric that is soft, durable, light, reusable and water resistant. The chemical processes that it goes through also makes it a reliable carrier bag as it can last for a duration of up to 5 years.

In relation to promotional and corporate gifts, non woven material can be customised to different shapes and sizes. Non woven bag printing is also flexible, allowing you to flourish in designing a unique promotional product. They can be made into pouches or bags and custom printed with company logos or adverts making it the best-foregone option by many companies and businesses as it forms a good tool for corporate branding. The material is also ideal for wrapping gifts with printed texts and messages on them. On the same note, the reusability of a custom non woven bag makes it more reliable than any other types of carrier bags.

How non-woven bags are different from plastic bag

Eco friendliness

Today, companies have developed a strategy of trying to be more environmentally friendly in part of how to contribute to CSR. From this strategy, many retail shops and businesses have moved on from using nylon and traditional paper bags to using non woven bags. As aforementioned, custom non woven bags are made of a fabric material that is recyclable making them eco-friendly. This leaves a positive impression on your recipients which will draw them closer to you.

The cost of production

Plastic bags are considered to be a little more expensive than non woven bags due to the expensive manufacturing process that it undergoes. They are also regarded as being expensive because their reusability. A custom non woven bag can be used many times over without breaking. Thus, you are able to save on production costs for a product that has a strong shelf life. For this reason, non woven bags are considered to be more ideal by businesses and companies as promotional or corporate gifts.

For creative minds, consider making your bag reversible. If one side of your bag is a loud design, the reverse side could be a simple one. It is tested and proven that people love to have options. If you can’t settle for one design, give your recipients two and they will surely remember you.

Physical attributes and printing

A notable difference between the two types of bags is their physical integrity. By this, we mean what the bag can be used for. In finding out the integrity of the bag, we get to look at features such as the possibility to tear, breakage and stretching. Comparing the two different bag materials, plastic bags are always prone to tear. Providing your clients with non woven bags will help you win votes of confidence and trust amongst them.

The effectiveness of recycle bag printing and branding should not be overlooked. Although it is possible to custom print on these two different bag materials, it works more effectively on non woven bags than on plastic bags. Non woven bags have more retaining power when it comes to retaining the print of your design. Plastic bag prints do not last long and will fade over time.

This may not seem like a big step up but you would be surprised how this little tote bag customization change can influence your recipients’ minds. Whether it is for a more even weight distribution or an outright fashion statement. This simple addition can make a difference between ‘boring’ and ‘Where do I get one of these?!’.

Switching from plastic bags to non woven bags

Without even going too much into the specific industries switching from the use of plastic bags to non woven bags, the latter has already taken an over 90 percent in dominance of carrier bags being used across Australia. Singapore looks to be following suit. Supermarkets have started to sell non woven bags in their stores as part of discouraging the use of plastic bags. Boutique retail outlets have also started using non woven bags instead of plastic bags. Non woven bags are also frequently spotted during festive seasons as gift bags for oranges and mooncakes. This observation alone shows how different industries have embraced the change while shifting away from the use of plastic bags.

The Takeaway

While plastic bags have served their time at the helm as once being products of convenience, a new powerhouse has taken over. Custom non woven bags are versatile in their usage and have the ability to carry your brand with confidence. TREA boasts a wide selection of promotional bags to cater to your requirement.