Product Knowledge Library
A quick guide to each main product category: quality levels, decoration that suits it, and the questions to ask.
Apparel
| Good | Better | Best |
|---|
| Basic cotton tees | Heavier cotton, ringspun polos | Premium brands, performance fabrics |
- 💬Sizing: always ask for a size breakdown; check the supplier size chart (AU sizes can differ)
- 🏭Best decoration: screen printing, embroidery, heat transfer, DTF
- 🎨Ask: Men's, women's or unisex? Colours? Size split? Front, back or sleeve print?
Headwear
| Good | Better | Best |
|---|
| Basic cotton caps | Structured 6-panel caps | Premium brands, custom-made |
- 📏Sizing: adjustable strap or fitted sizes
- 🏭Best decoration: embroidery, patches, printing
- 🧢Ask: Cap, bucket hat or beanie? Structured or unstructured?
Drinkware
| Good | Better | Best |
|---|
| Plastic bottles, ceramic mugs | Stainless steel bottles | Insulated premium brands |
- 🏭Best decoration: pad printing, laser engraving, screen printing, full wrap
- 🥤Ask: Hot or cold drinks? Dishwasher safe needed? Gift box?
Bags
| Good | Better | Best |
|---|
| Non-woven totes | Cotton / canvas totes | Backpacks, cooler bags, premium brands |
- 🏭Best decoration: screen printing, embroidery, heat transfer
- 🧢Ask: What will it carry? Event giveaway or long-term use?
Tech
| Good | Better | Best |
|---|
| USBs, cable sets | Power banks, chargers | Speakers, earbuds, premium brands |
- 🏭Best decoration: pad printing, laser engraving, UV printing
- 🧢Ask: Battery capacity? Warranty? Shipping (lithium batteries)?
Stationery
| Good | Better | Best |
|---|
| Plastic pens, notepads | Metal pens, A5 notebooks | Leather-look journals, gift sets |
- 🏭Best decoration: pad printing, laser engraving, debossing
- 🎨Ask: Ink colour? Lined or blank pages?
Eco Products
- ✨Recycled, bamboo, cork, organic cotton, RPET
- 🎨Ask for proof of eco claims (see Compliance Essentials)
- ✨Ask: Is sustainability the main goal, or one of several?
Packaging
- 🏷️Gift boxes, mailer boxes, tissue, stickers, sleeves
- 🎁Adds a premium feel to kits and gifts
- 🎁Ask: Individual packing or bulk? Branded packaging? Kitting needed?
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