Some people think that “rubber bracelets”* and “silicone wristbands” are the same — but the terms are not interchangeable. Take a look at our guide to find out why.
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Rubber bracelets started back in 2004 with the Livestrong wristband craze. They have since become a popular item for events, fundraisers, memorials, awareness, and gifts.
Commonly called rubber bracelets or silicone wristbands, these are usually made as customizable bracelets with an engraved message. Another common name for a rubber bracelet is a Reminderband.
Silicone is stronger and longer-lasting than rubber, meaning that silicone bracelets are stronger and last longer than rubber wristbands or rubber bracelets of comparable size and thickness.
Rubber bracelets wear out quickly and break much more easily. Silicone is also recyclable at certain recycling centers.
At Reminderband, we make wristbands out of 100% industrial-strength polished silicone.
Silicone wristbands are:
Silicone bracelets are made by shaping silicone into a bracelet mold. The rubber wristbands are then laser-engraved, or debossed, with a custom message.
Silicone bracelets can be created in almost any color, and the imprint can be filled in with a second, contrasting color.
You can create your own silicone bracelet in minutes online.
Customized silicone bracelets in just a few of many colors available
Using quality materials like 100% silicone means Reminderband silicone bracelets are safe to wear. Often referred to as rubber bracelets, they are latex-free and are even used as medical alert bracelets for kids and adults.
Silicone bracelets can also be washed with soap and water for easy cleaning and long-term use.
Silicone wristbands, or rubber bracelets, can be printed with screen printing ink. This allows for multiple colors in a wristband design but does not last as long as debossed or laser-engraved silicone wristbands.
For the most durable imprint on a silicone wristband, it is recommended to deboss with a color-fill.
Try designing a classic silicone wristband for this effect.
Printed wristbands can be done with various color combinations, special fonts, and clipart
Silicone Wristbands don't take well to pen ink or marker, and will eventually smudge. Custom wristbands with engraved messaging or printing are the best method for writing on silicone wristbands.
Silicone wristbands can also be customized with font and clipart options for extra personalization.
Silicone wristbands can be ordered in any quantity. Even just one. The price per wristband gets better the more you buy. You can view pricing for each wristband style before ordering.
Yes, silicone bracelets are easy to clean with water and don't need to be removed to shower. However, please note that a lot of exposure to scrubbing may wear off a printed wristband faster than a debossed or engraved wristband. This can also be the case with some lotions and hand sanitizers, however, depending on the style of silicone bracelet, it can often be worn for years before needing to be replaced.
Silicone wristbands are waterproof, making them easy to wear while being active and a cinch to clean
There are some great ways to recycle--or upcycle--silicone wristbands. Some will be disposed of after an event is over, but for many, a silicone wristband is a great reminder of a loved one, a memorable event, a cause, or a personal affirmation. Sometimes that's hard to let go of.
Here are some of the best ways to repurpose a silicone wristband that may just surprise you:
While the Livestrong wristband brought silicone wristbands to new heights, custom silicone wristbands are still incredibly popular due to the fact that they can be customized and used for almost any event or occasion.
From awareness causes and marketing and promotion to parties and gifts, silicone wristbands have proved they're here to stay.
Reminderband has produced industry-leading silicone wristbands since 2004 and continues to grow as a trusted source.
Some of the top uses for silicone wristbands are:
Need more inspiration? Check out our post on the best ideas for silicone wristbands.
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