Kiln Fired Coffee Mugs

Branded coffee mugs are a very popular corporate gifting item. There is more than meets the eye where it comes to branded coffee mugs. Kiln Fired coffee mugs is a much more specialised branding process that requires some explanation as to why we use the branding processes that we do. There are a number of companies that do not kiln fire their branded

coffee mugs, which may lead you to ask, what is a kiln fired mug? Well to help you with this, here are some Branded Coffee Mugs Frequently Asked Questions What exactly does kiln firing a mug mean? It is a print process where your logo is baked within a kiln at high temperatures. This is done to ensure that your logo and print on the mug is literally baked onto the surface of the mug which will make the branding more durable. What happens if it is not kiln fired? Without kiln firing a logo will scratch off easily or fade quickly when used in microwaves or dishwashers. We use kiln firing simply because it is the best method for branding. Direct printing onto the surface is possible with no kiln firing. It is much cheaper but the drawback is that you would not have the durability that firing a mug will offer you. What is the branding process used of a kiln fired coffee mug? The first method is where we directly print your logo onto the mug. Then afterwards the print is kiln fired in temperatures between 300-800 degrees Celsius. This branding method will be the same ceramic mugs. Travel mugs on the other hand which are made from metal, plastics or a combination of both do not use the kiln firing process. Kiln firing applies to clay based products only. For multiple colour prints (excluding full colour photos or images with gradients) it is not possible to print directly as a method called a transfer print is required. The reason why it cannot be printed directly like the method above is that when the mug is printed and the second colour is applied the initial first colour is so delicate that it will literally come off with the slightest touch. Therefore we screen print it onto a transfer sheet which is then hand applied to the mug and then the mug is fired to ensure the branding stays. What are the types of kilns used? There are generally two types of kilns used. These essentially are gigantic ovens. There are gas kilns and electric

kilns. Generally for commercial use an electric kiln is used. What temperatures are used to kiln fire a mug? 780 degrees Celsius. Process used for your mugs 1. We receive the logo. 2. The logo is redrawn to be used for mugs. 3. An artwork approval is sent out. 4. Once the artwork approval is signed, the screens are manufacture. 5. We screen onto a transfer. 6. We apply the transfer by hand to the mug. 7. The mug are put into a kiln and baked at high temperatures. 8. The mugs are allowed to cool naturally (this takes a day) 9. The mugs are packed. For information on branded coffee mugs, contact us on info@belleregalo.co.za or visit us on www.belleregalo.co.za or call us on 082 948 7461

Brand new coffee mugs

One of our best sellers is definitely coffee mugs. One of my favorites is the bullet mugs. But just a week I saw a new coffee mug that is going to take over as my favorite coffee mugs. I really love the bistro coffee mug. While the standard coffee mug takes 340ml, the bistro coffee mug takes 400ml. At this point we can supply the bistro coffee mug in black and white. The white bistro coffee mug gives you a good branding surface for your logo and offers versatility for colour logos, while the black bistro coffee mug offers a good strong contrast. Also new in the range of coffee mugs is the soup mug, the ceramic thermal mug and the two tone coffee mugs. The two tone coffee mugs come in the standard mug shape with a white outer and a colored inner. The inner colours currently available are orange, blue, black, red and green. For more information contact us on info@belleregalo.co.za

Top Coffee Mug this Month

Our top selling coffee mug this month is the bullet coffee mug. The bullet coffee mugs is a more rounded mug than the standard mug and is often us a good mug for soup. The second best selling coffee mug is the cookie mug. A great mug for winter as you can slide a carb loaded biscuit into the bottom, making it a doubly delicious treat.

Personalized Coffee Mugs

Personalization of gifts is a terrific marketing tool.

It establishes rapport and in cases where clients do not like to use branded gifts, it increases usage because it allows the recipient to show that they have been noticed. While personalization is always more expensive that basic branding, you need to ask yourself what is the life long value of the client to you before you justify the costs. Personalized coffee mugs are a great branding tool. It also has the added benefit of mugs not disappearing form the office as you know who the mug belongs to. So if Sam is drinking from Sharon’s personalised coffee mug, Sam knows where to find her mug. You may find yourself spending less on coffee mugs for the office. For more information visit http://www.belleregalo.co.za/gifts/mugs.htm or e-mail us on info@belleregalo.co.za

Jumbo Coffee Mugs for Winter

In winter everything seems to be bigger.

Bigger portions of everything. More tea and coffee and definitely more hot chocolate. That’s what makes the Jumbo coffee mugs such a great coffee mug option. In winter bigger is definitely better. But start planning for your coffee mugs before the rush. For coffee mugs visit us on: http://www.belleregalo.co.za/gifts/mugs.htm or e-mail us on info@belleregalo.co.za

How Do Magic Mugs Work

How Do Magic Mugs Work

When filled with a hot liquid, the mug changes colour.



Step 1: Pick a Mug Shape. Standard, cone and slim line mugs.
Step 2: Logo is printed onto the mug.
Step 3: A heat sensitive coating is sprayed onto the entire outer surface of the mug.
Step 4. The Mug is fired in the kiln and then ready for use.

For more mug ideas visit our website www.belleregalo.co.za or go directly to our Mug Page: http://www.belleregalo.co.za/gifts/mugs.htm

Belle Regalo gets awarded a Momentum Mug Order

Belle Regalo supplies a range of branded coffee mugs. Choose from standard mugs, cone shaped mugs, slim line mugs, bullet mugs, jumbo mugs, jumbo cone mugs and even Irish coffee mugs .

In April 2011 Belle Regalo was awarded a contract to manufacture branded coffee mugs with the Momentum branding on them.

Branded coffee mugs are a terrific corporate gift.