What are Promotional Non-Woven Bags and Why Are They So Popular?

Promotional bags come in a variety of materials which all have their benefits, but non-woven bags are one of the most popular types. So what are non-woven bags? Nonwoven fabrics, as their name suggests, are not woven or knitted, but instead bonded together through mechanical and heat treatments. This makes them lightweight, generally weighing between 1 and 4 ounces, and also slightly less durable than other materials. They're also less absorbent, meaning that non-woven bags are more water-resistant than other materials.

Drawstring, satchel type, tote, bottle carriers, eco-friendly and foldable bags are all available in non-woven material, and they are popular for the following reasons:

1. Non-Woven Bags are Inexpensive

The low cost of promotional non-woven bags means that they are suitable for even small businesses and startups. Because non-woven bags are so affordable, they work well as free gifts and as packaging for your literature or merchandise. They are a great alternative to cotton, nylon and polyester bags in terms of price. 

 Non-woven is a great affordable alternative to drawstring bags

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2. Non-Woven Bags are Light-Weight

Because they are thin and lightweight, non-woven bags are easy to store and transport. This means that even a large number can be kept around the office for future use or shipped by post for a low cost. The benefit of ordering lots of promotional bags is that you can carry on using them well into the future, so you won't have to worry about your promotional gifts needs for a while. If you plan to use your bags in this way, you should make sure the branding and style you choose aren't going to date or go out of fashion.

3. Non-Woven Bags are Water Repellent

Made from pressed plastics, non-woven material is not a very absorbent material, which means it repells water. This makes it great for using at outdoor events and, frankly, is a safe option for any event held in the UK, as it will be weather-proof. Try totes and satchels for these events.

Drops of water don't sink into the non-woven material easily thanks to the way it is produced

4. Non-Woven Bags Come in Vibrant Colours

Non-woven is a man-made material and as such, it's great for adding vivid colouring to them. These colours are much more well suited to non-woven than to it's closest alternative - canvas.
This is just a selection of the vibrant colours on offer when it comes to non-woven

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5. Non-Woven Bags Make Great Lunch Bags

Lunch bags often have insulated walls. Usually, having two layers achieves this effect and the inside layer is made from aluminium foil or a PVC material. The outer layer acts as a finish to the product - offers the design and colour features and is the part that is printed. Being lightweight and water-repellent, makes non-woven material ideal for this purpose. Lunch bags made from this material are sturdy, light and are great for branding - just what a regular office worker or school child wants!

This cooler bag has a clever design reminiscent of a paper lunch bag. Having a velcro fastening and insulated walls it makes a much more practical and durable alternative!

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6. Non-Woven Bags are Great for Events

Whether you are a charity organising a big fundraiser or a university running an open day, you can help out attendees and create a positive first impression of your business by giving them a non-woven bag as they come in. This will serve as a way for them to store any leaflets or literature they pick up on the day. If you are an educational institution, a stachel style bag could fit your brand perfectly.

This satchel style bag will hold commpany literature and other promotional materials you may be distributing

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7. Non-Woven Bags Can Be Used by Retail Businesses

If you run a shop you could use non-woven bags in store instead of plastic carrier bags. They are more environmentally friendly as they can be re-used, and they have a more high-end feel than regular plastic bags, so will present your brand as upmarket and sophisticated. There are plenty of different shaped bags available for this use, even bottle-bags if you run a wine or liquor store.

Non-woven bags could be an excellent idea for a drinks shop as they will keep bottles safe

8. Non-Woven Bags Can Be Used for Eco-Friendly Promotions

Non-woven totes aren't as permanent as, say, polyester bags, but they are designed to be used more than once, so are better for the environment than plastic bags. There are also some non-woven bags which are made from recyclable material, making them doubly eco-friendly and brilliant for demonstrating your brand's green credentials.

The eco long-handle shopper is made from recyclable material and has an 'Eco' side tab to display your green credentials 

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Use promotional non-woven totes for any of the uses above and you won't go far wrong. For more help and advice, get in touch on 01204 577 995 to speak to a corporate gifts adviser.