At Steel City, we know that your branded bags are often the first physical touchpoint a customer has with your business. We select our paper carriers to ensure your brand is perceived as really good quality, avoiding common frustrations like split handles or crushed corners.
When you’re ordering bags to represent your brand in someone’s hand, the paper weight, print finish, and handle type do most of the work. We want to make sure your merchandise lands well with the client and doesn’t leave you firefighting on delivery day.
- Consultative proofing: We always provide a visual proof before production to ensure you’re happy with the artwork and layout. We check print areas and ink coverage so your logo placement is consistent and your brand colours stand out clearly, rather than risking unreadable type or muddy colours.
- Reliable UK lead times: We know lead times are a popular question. Our UK-made options are perfect for when delivery dates are tight or you have an event coming up. We manage the process closely so you aren’t left without branded carriers at your venue or launch.
- Sustainable sourcing: Sustainability is a priority for many of our clients. We offer responsibly sourced paper options so you can avoid greenwashing and have a clear, traceable backstory for your product. It gives you a genuine eco-credential to share with your team and customers.
- High-quality finishes: We offer gloss or matt lamination options to ensure your bags look great even after they’ve been passed from counter to hand to car. This extra finish helps the print stay sharp and ensures the bag—and your brand—remains presentable throughout the day.
- Practical sizing: We’ve selected gusseted sizes designed to hold brochures, boxed gifts, or bottles comfortably. This prevents the bag from losing its shape, ensuring your branding stays crisp and professional rather than looking overstuffed or bent.
- Comfortable handles: Our handle choices—rope, patch, or flat tape—are selected to suit the weight and use of the bag. We want to ensure the recipient can carry your items comfortably, avoiding the risk of handles tearing or digging in, which helps keep your brand in hand for longer.
- Our quality standard: The products on this page represent the standard we’re happy to put our name behind in terms of paper weight and build quality. We don’t want to supply items that break or land badly. If you need something bespoke, our team can work with you to find a solution that fits your exact needs.