How to Clean a Name Tag (and Why Ours Lasts Longer)
Your Name Tag Works Hard. Treat It Right.
Your name tag isn’t just a plastic rectangle. It’s your daily handshake, your introduction, your first impression. And over time, it takes a beating — clipped to scrubs, stuck to polos, passed from conference to conference. If you want to keep it looking sharp, here’s how to clean it right — and why BadgeZoo name tags hold up longer than any other.
Step-by-Step: How to Clean a Name Tag
What You’ll Need:
- A microfiber or lint-free cloth
- Warm water
- Mild dish soap (no bleach or abrasives)
- A soft toothbrush (for any raised text or grooves)
Cleaning Instructions:
- Mix a small amount of dish soap into warm water.
- Dampen your cloth — no need to soak it.
- Wipe gently across the surface, front and back.
- Use the toothbrush to clean detailed areas or around text.
- Rinse your cloth with clean water, then wipe again.
- Let the name tag air dry completely. No blow dryers, no heaters.
Avoid This: Alcohol-based cleaners, acetone, or anything abrasive. They damage coatings and leave micro-scratches that dull your badge fast.
Why Our Name Tags Stay Cleaner, Longer
At BadgeZoo, we don’t do stickers or flimsy lamination. We use hard-layered PVC, UV-cured ink, and a glossy finish that actually repels dirt and fingerprints.
- No peeling, fading, or bubbling
- Wipes clean in seconds
- Color stays vibrant — even after months of wear
- Resists coffee stains, sweat, and even mild cleaning products
Compare that to the paper-based inserts competitors still sell, and it’s no contest.
Want proof? See how our tags hold up at high-traffic expos and events in The Only Name Tag That Deserves to Be at Your Next Event.
Storage = Lifespan
Keeping your tag clean is step one. Storing it properly is step two.
- Don’t toss it in your car’s center console
- Don’t let it rattle in your bag
- Use a badge holder or drawer organizer
- Keep magnetic backs away from electronics
Good care habits don’t just preserve appearance — they save you from rebuying cheap tags that fall apart.
Built to Survive Real Life
We engineered our name tags to look sharp and stay sharp. Every tag is:
- Made from premium hard PVC
- Waterproof, fadeproof, and scratch-resistant
- Printed with edge-to-edge, full-color UV ink
- Built to survive shift work, rainstorms, and the occasional coffee spill
And all of that comes with complete personalization. Want your tag to match your brand down to the font? We do that. Want to choose between magnet, pin, Velcro, or tape? We do that too.
Explore our Ultimate Guide to Custom Name Tags for the full breakdown, or compare all attachment types in Magnets, Pins, or Velcro? Your Name Tag Deserves Better Than “Whatever Works”.
