Carrco field guide / waterproof stickers
Waterproof Stickers — BOPP Material | Carrco Labels
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Waterproof Stickers
That Actually Last
Tested. Proven. BOPP.
Not all "waterproof" stickers are equal. Carrco prints on professional-grade BOPP — the same film national brands use for product labels and outdoor signage. It doesn't peel, fade, or bubble.
BOPP vs. the Alternatives
What actually separates a waterproof sticker from one that just claims to be. Here's how BOPP stacks up against the materials most print shops use.
| Feature | BOPP (Carrco) | Paper Sticker | Laminated Vinyl |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterproof | ✔ Fully waterproof film | Coating only — edges wick water | ✔ If laminated |
| UV / fade resistance | ✔ 5+ years outdoor | ✘ Fades in weeks | ✔ Good |
| Tear resistance | ✔ Stretches, won't tear | ✘ Tears easily | ✔ Good |
| Oil & chemical resistance | ✔ Wipes clean | ✘ Absorbs and stains | ◆ Varies |
| Dishwasher survival | ✔ Top-rack tested | ✘ Disintegrates | ◆ Laminate-dependent |
| Cost | $ Digital, no tooling | $ Cheapest upfront | $$ Extra laminate step |
Where BOPP Refuses to Quit
Real environments our customers put these stickers through — and what happens.
Built for Wet, Cold, and Outside
If it sweats, splashes, or lives outdoors, this is the sticker material for it.
Upload to Applied in Under a Week
Digital BOPP printing with no plates and no minimum-run games.
Material Data
The exact spec of every waterproof sticker we print.
| Spec | Detail | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Waterproof BOPP | Biaxially oriented polypropylene film |
| Waterproof rating | 100% — film, not coating | Fully submersible |
| Outdoor life | 5+ years | UV-resistant CMYK inks |
| Finish | Matte or Glossy | Select at checkout |
| Adhesive | Permanent acrylic | Food-contact-safe option available |
| Resolution | 1200 DPI | Submit artwork at 300 DPI minimum |
| Turnaround | 3–5 Business Days | Rush available — call (800) 889-5187 |
| Shipping | USPS / UPS, rates at checkout | Tracked |
Waterproof Sticker Questions
Straight answers on what this material can and can't do.
Yes, top-rack. BOPP film and our adhesive survive repeated dishwasher cycles. As with any sticker, hand-washing extends life even further.
5+ years in direct sun and rain. The film won't yellow and the UV-resistant inks resist fading — we torture-test in Florida sun.
Both are waterproof plastics. BOPP is thinner, more conformable, more chemical-resistant, and prints sharper detail — it's what national product brands use on labels. Vinyl is thicker and better for wall decals.
Yes — matte BOPP takes permanent marker and grease pencil, which is why our inventory and canning customers love it.
Yes, clear BOPP is available — ask when you order or call (800) 889-5187.
Put It to the Test
Upload your artwork and get waterproof BOPP stickers shipped in 3–5 business days. From 25 to 100,000 units.
Start Your Order →Human proofing / every custom order
A real person checks the details.
We review artwork, shape, edge quality and production readiness before anything reaches the press. You approve the proof; we make it real. Start with your artwork ↗