Incorporating more environmentally sustainable products into our life is essential if we are to continue to battle against pollution and climate change. The humble paper bag is one of the best weapons we have in the fight.
When it comes to carrier bags the paper bag has one main competitor. Plastic bags are still very popular around the world and are being consumed in worryingly large numbers. In today’s blog, we talk you through 4 of the main reasons why paper bags will always be better than their plastic counterparts.
- Paper bags are much more reusable than plastic ones
The reusability of a bag is very important when it comes to determining how good it is for the environment. If you throw away a paper bag at the same rate as a plastic bag, it is in effect no better. Luckily paper bags are very reusable. If you buy a quality one with strong handles and you will be able to use it for many years to come.
- Paper bags can be recycled much easier than plastic bags
When paper bags come to the end of their usable life, they can be easily recycled in with normal household methods. On the flip side, plastic bags are notoriously difficult to recycle due to the material used. This is one of the key benefits of paper bags and is very important when it comes to keeping waste out of the landfill.
- Paper bags are viewed more favourably by the general public
Plastic has fallen seriously out of favour with the British public and for good reason, plastic pollution causes a huge amount of damage to our waterways and oceans. This is why many have chosen to adopt paper bags. The third key benefit of paper bags then, is that they are very popular with the general public. This is an important benefit as it will seriously help in building your brands reputation as an ethical business and one worth buying from.
- Paper bags are good for printing a lot of different designs on
Our fourth and final big benefit of paper bags is the wide variety of designs that can be printed onto them. As they are more rigid than plastic bags, the design stands out and can help you to convey as a striking and positive brand image to your customers. The different types of printing options also make it easy to find one that suits the style you are going for.
Consider swapping paper bags for plastic ones in your business
These are only four of the amazing benefits that your business could take advantage of by switching to paper bags. Paper bags are a good option for festivals, clothing stores, takeaways and a whole host of other businesses. When buying new paper bags for your stores, be sure to get ones that are high quality and go well with your brand’s image.