How to Choose the Right Rubber Stamp for Your Business

When it comes to running a business, the tools you use daily matter more than you think. One such tool that often goes unnoticed is the humble rubber stamp—but the right stamp can save time, increase efficiency, and even improve your branding.

In this rubber stamp guide, we'll help you understand how to choose the best type of rubber stamp for your specific needs.

🔍 Step 1: Determine What You'll Use It For

Start by asking:
What do I want this stamp to do?

Here are some common business uses:

• ✅ Stamping return addresses on envelopes or packages

• ✅ Certifying documents (like a Certified True Copy Stamp)

• ✅ Adding logos to invoices or packaging

• ✅ Applying date and status (e.g., “Paid,” “Received”)

• ✅ Loyalty stamps for cafés and retailers

🧰 Step 2: Choose the Right Type of Stamp

1. Self-Inking Stamps

The most popular type for business use.

• Built-in ink pad = clean & efficient

• Lasts thousands of impressions

• Great for quick repetitive use
  🛍 Explore Self-Inking Stamps

2. Pre-Inked Stamps

Perfect for detailed logos and professional appearances.

• Sharper impression than self-inking

• Best for fine lines or high-detail logos

• Holds more ink for longer use

3. Traditional Rubber Stamps

Simple, cost-effective, and used with an ink pad.

• Great for stamping on textured surfaces

• Popular for creative or craft projects
  🖌 View Traditional Rubber Stamps

🎯 Step 3: Think About Impression Size

Each stamp has a maximum printable area. Make sure your logo, message, or address fits cleanly.

Here are some popular sizes:

• 25 x 25 mm – Ideal for logos

• 57 x 21 mm – Great for 5-line contact stamps

• 68 x 47 mm – Suited to 10-line stamps with large logos

Explore some of these best sellers:

• Business Logo Stamp – 25 x 25 mm

• 5-Line Custom Text & Logo Stamp

• Trodat 5208 Large Logo Stamp

🖍 Step 4: Match Your Ink Colour to Your Brand

Most business stamps are available in:

• 🖤 Black – Professional & compliant

• 🔵 Blue – Common for legal docs

• 🔴 Red – Great for urgency (e.g. “URGENT”)

• 🟢 Green & 🟣 Violet – Fun, creative, and unique

• 🔵 / 🔴 - Dual Colour on Date Stamps to show the Date in Red.

🖋 Browse our Ink Colours & Refill Pads

✅ Step 5: Go Custom and Contact us for Maximum Impact

Need a stamp with your logo and contact details in one?
Opt for a fully customised stamp experience from StampDesign4U.

We’ll help you design:

• ✅ A suitable layout and size

• ✅ Upload your logo

• ✅ Choose the right font and colour

• ✅ Approve a proof (if needed)

🛒 E-mail info@stampdesign4u.co.uk and one of the team will be happy to help.

🚀 Final Thoughts

The right stamp can save your team time and elevate your brand. Whether it’s for paperwork, packaging, or promotions, choosing the right rubber stamp is a simple step that delivers lasting benefits.

Need help choosing? Get in touch with us for any guidance or recommendations needed and we’ll guide you to the perfect solution for your stamping needs.

Check out our Rubber Stamp Guide.