A dome label (also called dome sticker, 3D sticker or PU resin sticker) is a printed graphic protected by a clear polyurethane resin dome. The resin magnifies underlying detail and creates a 3D depth effect that flat stickers cannot match.
📌 What Makes a Dome Label Premium
- Clear PU resin dome over the print
- 3D magnification effect — visual depth
- Hard, scratch-resistant outer skin
- Self-healing surface against light marks
- Waterproof and chemical-resistant
📌 Production Process
The graphic is printed on a self-adhesive vinyl substrate. A two-component PU resin is metered, mixed and dispensed onto the printed graphic. Surface tension forms the characteristic dome. The resin is cured in a controlled environment for 24 hours to maximise UV stability.
📌 1st-Grade PU vs Cheap Epoxy
Cheap manufacturers use epoxy resin which has no UV stabilisers in standard formulations. Within months it yellows and becomes brittle. 1st-grade two-component PU resin with UV stabilisers retains clarity for 5+ years exterior, 10+ years interior.
📌 Where Dome Labels Excel
Premium product branding — automotive emblems, motorcycle tank badges, appliance logos, sportswear, marine plaques and corporate giveaways. Anywhere the brand needs a 3D, premium tactile feel that flat stickers cannot deliver.