Everyday colour identification
Matt coloured labels
Inkjet & laser
Use colour to distinguish stock, files, shelves and storage. Choose dark text and simple designs that remain readable against the coloured paper.
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Coloured Labels Guide: Colours, Finishes & Printer Compatibility
Find the right A4 label for your design and your printer. Compare everyday colours, bright fluorescent paper, metallic finishes, brown kraft and versatile white labels.
5 stocked rangesPrint yourself or use our printing service
THE QUICK ANSWER
Start with your printer, then choose the finish
For inkjet printing, start with standard matt colours, kraft or matt white. If you want fluorescent or metallic labels, use a compatible laser printer. Always check that your printer supports self-adhesive label sheets.
Blank label colour is the background. Ordinary home and office printers usually do not print white. White areas of your artwork show the label material beneath, and coloured backgrounds can change the appearance of printed colours.
FIND YOUR FINISH
Compare our stocked A4 label ranges
Choose a range below, then select an available size and pack quantity on the product page.
High visual impact
Fluorescent labels
Laser only
Choose a bright background for promotions, identification and notices that need to stand out. These sheets are for compatible laser printers, not inkjet printers.
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Decorative metallic finish
Metallic gold & silver labels
Laser only
Give packaging, gifts and product labels a metallic background. These are metallic label materials, rather than a foil-stamping service. Black and dark artwork provide a useful starting point.
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Natural brown appearance
Brown kraft labels
Inkjet & laser
A brown paper background suits rustic packaging, jars, gifts and handmade products. Dark artwork is usually easier to read; printed colours can look more muted than on white.
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Versatile white background
Matt white labels
Inkjet & laser
Choose white when you want a neutral base for text, addresses, barcodes or full-colour artwork. It is a useful comparison when deciding whether a coloured background will help your design.
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Which labels work with your printer?
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| Range | Inkjet | Laser | Useful starting point for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matt coloured labels | Yes | Yes | Stock, files and colour identification |
| Fluorescent labels | No | Yes | Promotions and visible notices |
| Metallic gold & silver labels | No | Yes | Decorative packaging and gifts |
| Brown kraft labels | Yes | Yes | Rustic packaging and dark artwork |
| Matt white labels | Yes | Yes | Addresses, barcodes and full-colour artwork |
Compatibility refers to the ranges linked here. Use the media settings and feed method recommended by your printer manufacturer. Colour alone does not establish suitability for a particular environment or application.
PRINTING THAT STAYS READABLE
Choose contrast as carefully as colour
Keep text clear
Dark text is a useful starting point on coloured, fluorescent, kraft and metallic materials. Test small lettering and fine detail on your chosen finish.
Test your codes
For barcodes and QR codes, choose a background with reliable contrast and test it with the actual scanner or phone. A decorative finish may not suit every code.
Match the template
Choose the exact size and layout, print at 100% or Actual Size, and check alignment on plain paper first.
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Blank sheets, printed labels or another size?
Print your own labels
Explore the stocked ranges above, or browse our main blank A4 label product for more material choices.
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Supply your artwork and choose an available size, material and quantity for professionally printed sheet labels.
Order personalised sheet labels →Need another specification?
Explore made-to-order sizes and materials. Prices, minimum quantities and lead times may differ from the stocked range.
Explore made-to-order labels →Need help with a finish or application? Read our label materials guide or request a personalised quote.
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Coloured label FAQs
Which coloured A4 labels do you stock?
Our main stocked ranges include red, green, yellow and blue matt coloured labels, fluorescent labels, metallic gold and silver labels, brown kraft paper and matt white paper. Check each product for available colours, sizes and pack quantities.
Can I print these labels with an inkjet printer?
Our standard matt coloured, brown kraft and matt white paper labels are suitable for compatible inkjet and laser printers. The fluorescent and metallic ranges covered here are for laser printing, not inkjet printing. Check your printer manual for suitable label media.
What is the difference between fluorescent and standard coloured labels?
Standard coloured labels provide everyday colour identification. Fluorescent labels have a brighter neon appearance for stronger visual emphasis. Our standard coloured paper range supports inkjet and laser printing; our fluorescent range is laser only.
Can I print white text on coloured labels?
Most ordinary inkjet and laser printers do not print white ink or toner. White areas in your artwork normally remain unprinted and show the label colour beneath. Choose a white label if your design needs an unprinted white background, or ask us about specialist print requirements.
Will my artwork look the same on kraft or metallic labels?
The label background affects how artwork appears. Colours may look different from the same design printed on white paper. Test your design on the actual material, especially for small text, fine detail and colour-sensitive artwork.
Are these coloured paper labels waterproof?
Do not assume these paper label ranges are waterproof. For applications exposed to moisture, consider a suitable polyester or other waterproof material and test the complete printed label for the conditions it will face.
Can I use these labels for barcodes and QR codes?
Barcode and QR-code reading depends on contrast, background, print quality, size and the scanner. Black print on white is a useful starting point. Test the actual printed label with the equipment it will be used with before producing a batch.
Where can I find printing templates?
Visit our label templates page and choose the template matching your exact label size and sheet layout. Print at 100% or Actual Size, with page scaling disabled, and check alignment on plain paper before using a label sheet.
Can Go2Products print the labels for me?
Yes. Our personalised A4 sheet labels offer a professionally printed option. Choose an available material, size and quantity on that product, or request a quote if you need help confirming the specification.
What if my size is not listed?
Explore our made-to-order labels for additional sizes and materials. Available specifications, minimum quantities, prices and lead times can differ from the stocked range. Request a quote if you need help choosing.