Choosing the right supplies can make a big difference in how your finished products look, how quickly you can make them, and where you can sell them. Memory Magnets Co. machines are compatible with three primary material options: cardboard, acrylic, and restickable photo tiles.
Each option creates a different product and production experience. Here is how to decide which one is right for your magnet-making business.
Cardboard Magnets: Best for Speed and Live Events
Cardboard magnets are an excellent choice when production speed matters. The printed photo, metal shell, protective film, cardboard insert, and magnet can be pressed together in one streamlined process, creating a clean and durable finished product.
One of the biggest advantages of cardboard is that you can prepare the cardboard and magnet step ahead of time. Before heading to a market, wedding, fundraiser, or live event, you can attach the magnets to the cardboard inserts and have them ready to use.
This makes cardboard a great option for high-volume markets and live events where customers expect to receive their magnets quickly.
Choose cardboard when you want:
- The fastest production process
- Easy preparation before an event
- A lightweight finished magnet
- An efficient option for larger orders
- A clean, professional finish
Acrylic Magnets: Best for a Premium Finish
Acrylic magnets have a slightly thicker, more rigid feel that can make the finished product appear more premium. The magnet is applied after the other layers have been pressed together, making the magnet stick out more.
Because the magnet is added separately, acrylic magnets require an additional production step. However, many people love the finished look!
Choose acrylic when you want:
- A rigid, premium feel
- Added structure and durability
- If you like the look more than the cardboard
Restickable Photo Tiles: Best for Flexible Display
Restickable photo tiles give customers another way to display their favorite photos. Instead of being limited to a refrigerator or magnetic surface, these lightweight tiles are designed to be displayed and repositioned on other surfaces.
They are a fun option for photo walls, dorm rooms, offices, children’s rooms, family galleries, and seasonal displays. Customers can arrange several tiles together and update the layout as they add new memories.
Restickable tiles can also help you expand beyond traditional magnets and offer a larger or more decorative photo product.
Choose restickable tiles when you want:
- A product that does not require a magnetic surface
- A repositionable photo display
- Coordinated photo-wall sets
- A product for bedrooms, offices, or dorm rooms
- An additional option beyond traditional magnets
Which Magnet-Making Material Should You Choose?
There is no single best material for every business.
Choose cardboard when speed, easy preparation, and live-event efficiency are your priorities.
Choose acrylic when you want a more rigid product that you prefer the look of.
Choose restickable tiles when you want to offer flexible wall displays and expand your product selection beyond refrigerator magnets.
Many successful magnet makers offer more than one material. Cardboard may be your best choice for markets and live events, while acrylic can become your premium online option. Restickable tiles can then provide an additional product for customers who want to create a photo wall or display.
Before ordering supplies in bulk, make sure the materials match your machine and magnet size. Memory Magnets Co. offers finished samples and refill sample packs that allow you to compare materials and test compatibility before making a larger investment.
