What is the Translucent Labels - What are translucent labels??

Labels that are made of translucent materials Translucent materials are semi transparent they allow light to pass through them transmit light but scatter the light in the process This means they have a frosted appearance when held up but create a no label appearance when applied to a white or coloured surface Translucent labels are often used to add information to existing print materials like packaging and envelopes They do not draw attention away from the object they are applied to and allow existing printwork to show through the label They can also be used for a range of crafting projects It should be noted that the appearance of these labels can be affected by air bubbles or tiny particles of dust that become trapped during the application process At Label Planet we have a range of translucent paper labels these labels are made with a semi-transparent paper and a permanent adhesive The adhesive is transparent and made of acrylic

Glossary

Frosted - What does frosted mean?

Definition of FROSTED:

A descriptive term commonly applied to translucent labels; it refers to the appearance of the labels and, in particular, the degree of transparency that the labels produce. This term is used to describe labels that are made of materials that allow light to pass through them but also scatter the light in the process. This means that the labels are not 100% transparent and have an appearance that is similar to glass that has been covered in frost.

A glass wall in an office that is divided into a frosted top section and a clear bottom section.

Here is the Harvard-style citation to use if you would like to reference this definition of the word frosted:
Label Planet (2020) What does frosted mean? | Frosted Definition. Available at: https://www.labelplanet.co.uk/glossary/frosted/ (Accessed: January 1, 2024).

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