Grey Pulpboard Swing Tags

Name: Grey Pulpboard Swing Tags
Brand: Handy Tags
SKU: GREYPULP
Availability: InStock

From £0.05 per tag

Grey swing tags are made from natural, unbleached 500 micron greyboard - a material containing 100% recycled fibre with a raw, unrefined character that's currently one of the most on-trend choices for brands building around authenticity. With a minimum order of just 25, these are among the most distinctive swing tags in the Handy Tags range.

Why choose grey pulpboard swing tags?

Grey pulpboard is the choice for brands that want their packaging to look and feel as honest as the product inside. Here's what it delivers and who it suits best.

A raw, unrefined look that signals authenticity at a glance

Natural unbleached greyboard

No bleaching, no coating, no added processing. The grey colour and visible fibrous flecks are simply what 100% recycled fibre looks like in its natural state - giving the tag an honest, editorial quality.

Verified eco credentials made from fully recycled fibre

100% recycled fibre, 500 micron

Grey pulpboard contains 100% recycled fibre at a substantial 500 micron thickness - the same category of material used in premium book binding. It's a genuinely sustainable choice with a premium hand-feel.

A tactile, double-sided texture with natural character and variation

Rustic double-sided texture

The fibrous flecks and rustic surface run through both sides of the board. Some shade variation between tags is natural and expected - it's part of what makes recycled grey board feel genuinely raw rather than manufactured to look that way.

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Material specification:

Stock: 500 micron greyboard
Finish: Natural unbleached, rustic double-sided texture with fibrous flecks
Colour: Natural grey throughout - shade may vary slightly between tags
Eco credentials: 100% recycled fibre, no bleaching or coating

Typical applications: Grey hang tags for sustainable and editorial fashion brands; grey card tags for homeware and interior products; uncoated grey tags for craft and artisan goods; recycled grey board tags for brands with a raw, industrial aesthetic; grey swing tags for any product where natural material honesty is part of the story.

Grey pulpboard sits alongside two other eco materials in the Handy Tags range. For a bright white recycled option with FSC certification, our recycled swing tags are worth comparing. For a warm, natural brown alternative, our brown kraft swing tags offer a distinct character while maintaining the same honest, eco-led positioning. Minimum order: 25 tags. Available in a wide range of sizes and custom shapes. Free UK mainland delivery.

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Width (mm) Min: 20mm, Max: 297mm

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How to get the best print results from grey pulpboard swing tags

Grey pulpboard swing tags are made from 500 micron natural greyboard and can be double-sided printed using a full-colour CMYK printing process. Supply artwork at a minimum resolution of 300dpi at the final print size. The uncoated, fibrous surface produces a soft, slightly muted print quality - keep body copy at 9pt or above for clean legibility across the texture.

Designing for a grey base

Because the base is grey rather than white, printed colours will appear darker and more muted than on white board - light tones will be barely visible as they will pick up the grey of the board beneath. Strong contrasts, dark inks, and minimal single-colour designs all work well. Avoid designs that rely on bright whites or pale pastels, as these will not stand out against the grey base.

Single-sided vs double-sided printing

Grey pulpboard swing tags can be printed on one or both sides, and both sides share the same rustic texture and natural shade variation. Single-sided printing is the most cost-effective option and suits tags where the reverse will carry handwritten information. Double-sided printing works well for clothing and homeware tags where both faces carry brand or product information.

Choosing the right size and shape for your product

The most popular rectangle sizes for grey hang tags are 50x100mm and 70x90mm, which suit most fashion, homeware, and craft applications. For smaller artisan products, 35x60mm is a compact option. Round grey card tags in 50mm or 60mm diameter work particularly well on jars, candles, and homeware products, complementing the raw, editorial aesthetic. Templates are available to download in rectangle, round, square, and oval shapes.

Finishing options that work well with grey pulpboard

Natural cotton twine and jute string complement the raw, recycled character of grey pulpboard particularly well. Luggage corners suit the editorial aesthetic, while rounded corners offer a softer alternative. A standard 4mm drill hole is recommended for string attachment.

Frequently asked questions

What is grey pulpboard made from?

Grey pulpboard is a 500 micron board made from 100% recycled fibre. It is natural and unbleached, with no coating applied - the grey colour and fibrous texture are simply what the recycled material looks like in its raw state. This is the same category of material used in premium book binding and high-end packaging.

Why does the shade vary between tags?

Because grey pulpboard is made from 100% recycled fibre with no bleaching, slight variation in shade between individual tags and between production batches is natural. This is a genuine characteristic of the recycled material rather than an inconsistency, and many brands consider it part of the product's authentic appeal. If a perfectly uniform appearance is essential, a coated white board such as standard or recycled swing tags may be a better fit.

What is the difference between grey pulpboard and brown kraft swing tags?

Both are eco-friendly, but the character is quite different. Grey pulpboard is unbleached and grey with a raw, industrial, editorial feel, made from 100% recycled fibre at a substantial 500 micron thickness. Brown kraft is made from virgin kraft fibre and has a warm brown colour throughout, giving a more rustic, artisan character. Grey pulpboard suits brands with a minimal, contemporary aesthetic, while brown kraft suits brands with a warmer, more traditional craft feel.

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Delivery Overview

Here's a snapshot of our delivery policy. A more in-depth delivery guide can be found here. We aim to print, finish and dispatch your order as quickly as possible in the highest possible quality. We take great pride in every order we produce.

Where do you deliver?

We deliver swing tags throughout the UK, Northern Ireland, Scilly Isles, the Isle of Man and Scottish Highlands and Islands. If you require delivery to a destination further afield, this may be possible and will need to be quoted for on a bespoke basis; this is not an online service. We can deliver to Guernsey and Jersey but an offline quote is required. Delivery to European destinations is not available online and may not be possible; you may be required to arrange your own collection from us. This can be discussed with our sales team during the quoting stage.

How much do you charge for delivery?

Delivery to any mainland UK destination is FREE, so no hidden extras at checkout. Delivery areas outside mainland UK will incur an additional charge at checkout which will be displayed before you proceed with your order. Any additional charges for customs clearance must be borne by the recipient. Handy Brand UK Limited cannot accept any liability for any import duty that is levied by the destination country. Please check with your local tax office or import duty representative to ensure you are complying with the relevant regulations.

How fast can you print my swing tag order?

Once you have approved your PDF swing tag proof. We aim to print, finish and despatch your swing tag order within 48 hours. We use a trackable next day delivery service via DPD for all mainland UK destinations. Deliveries to destinations outside of mainland UK will result in additional days in transit; please allow for this.

What time of day do you deliver?

Once we've booked your order in for despatch, you will receive an SMS text message or email with a delivery date and time, with a 1-hour delivery window. In general, your order will be delivered between 9am - 6pm, Monday to Friday. (Not including Bank Holidays).

Can you deliver on a Saturday?

Yes, we can arrange for your order to be delivered on a Saturday. A Saturday delivery service will incur an additional charge, this type of order cannot be placed online. Please contact our handy customer service
team on 01275 460517 for further help.

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If you require a quotation for a product that's not available online, please give our helpful customer service team a call on 01275 460517 or email quotes@handytags.co.uk, and we will help you every step of the way.

What we need to know about YOU?

Your full name
Your invoice/delivery address
Your contact telephone number

What we need to know about your SWING TAG?

EXAMPLE:

Material: Recycled
Shape: Custom Flower
Size: 85mm x 75mm - Width and Height of your shape
Printed sides: Single or double-sided?
Number of designs: 3
Does your tag need string, eyelets or custom cornering?
The intended use of the swing tags: Indoor use, to be tied around gift packs
Quantity: 500 of each design
Special requests: Please can the drill hole be large enough to take a thick ribbon.

There is an infinite number of sizes, shapes, colours and materials along with many other options that go into making your perfect swing tag. If you have any further questions about any part of the process, please call us, and we will help you through the process. Alternatively, take advantage of our Free sample pack and try before you buy!

Over the years we have built up a large client base by providing quality retail hang labels for a variety of applications. We've dedicated our knowledge, progression and website to everything tag related.

We place great importance on keeping costs to a minimum in order to provide the best value for money possible to all our clients. We're also dedicated to maintaining the high standards that have made us the first choice for many companies around the UK.

All swing tag printing is produced at our modern facility just outside Bristol, and each tag undertakes strict quality control to ensure that products are of the highest quality before you receive them.

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