Quick answer: Custom coasters are dispatched within 48 hours of proof approval for runs up to 2,000, and within 5 to 7 working days for larger runs. Proofs normally come back 1 to 2 hours after we receive your artwork. Delivery then takes 1 to 2 days to most major cities, by StarTrack, Direct Freight Express or Express Post.
The Need for Speed: Why Fast Dispatch Matters for Custom Print Drink Coasters
In the hospitality industry, plans change fast. A last-minute promotion, a sudden uptick in event bookings, or simply running low on stock shouldn’t cause a supply chain panic. Our 48 hour dispatch on runs of up to 2,000 is designed to solve these exact problems.
When you run a busy pub, club, or restaurant, you know that the difference between a good night and a great night is often in the details. You need supplies that arrive quickly, look incredible, and stand up to the spills and condensation of a bustling service. That’s why, at our core, we believe in two non-negotiable standards for custom print drink coasters: fast delivery and flawless quality.
It’s not enough to simply print a logo on a piece of cardboard. A coaster is a direct extension of your brand. It’s the last piece of marketing your customer touches before they pick up their drink. Let’s unpack the two critical pillars that ensure your custom coasters are both high-impact marketing tools and reliable, high-performance bar accessories.
How does fast turnaround help you manage coaster stock?
- Less Storage Space: Free up cluttered stockrooms and bar areas by keeping only what you need for the next few weeks.
- Reduced Waste: You minimize the risk of being stuck with thousands of unused coasters if you decide to change a seasonal menu, update a logo, or switch a promotional campaign.
- Agility: A fast production cycle means you can react quickly to market trends or competitor promotions with a targeted, branded coaster campaign.
How are coasters dispatched within 48 hours?
Our ability to dispatch runs of up to 2,000 within 48 hours isn’t magic. It’s the result of streamlined production and reliable freight partners.
- In-House Expertise: We manage every step, from artwork preparation to printing and packaging, under one roof. This eliminates delays that occur when relying on multiple third-party suppliers.
- Dedicated Account Support: Our friendly customer service team ensures your artwork is approved quickly and your order is immediately routed to production, keeping the process moving without unnecessary administrative lag.
- Bulk Efficiency: Our machines are optimized for large-quantity runs, allowing us to maintain a rapid pace without sacrificing the quality or attention to detail required for a custom product.
- The Art of Absorption: Achieving Crisp Color and Quality
Crisp Color and Flawless Print Fidelity
The visual impact of your coaster starts with its design, but it’s finalized by the print quality. To ensure your brand looks its best, we focus on advanced printing techniques:
- Vibrant Color Matching: We ensure your final print faithfully matches your brand guidelines. Whether you use CMYK or require precise Pantone (PMS) spot color matching, our advanced equipment translates your digital file into a rich, true-to-life printed color.
- High-Resolution Graphics: Our printing plates and processes handle fine details and small text with incredible clarity. There’s no blurring, feathering, or “muddy” graphics - only sharp, crisp color that makes your logo pop.
- The In-House Design Advantage: Our in-house design department is critical here. They don’t just print your files; they review them first. They check for proper bleed, confirm resolution, and ensure your artwork is optimized for the absorbent coaster board, preventing common errors that compromise print quality.
What are beer coasters made from?
A cheap coaster disintegrates quickly, leaving a soggy mess that reflects poorly on your establishment. Our coasters are built from high-grade pulpboard (often called coaster board) that is specifically engineered for high performance.
- Superior Absorption: This material is dense and porous, meaning it quickly wicks away condensation from glasses and immediately absorbs small spills, keeping your tables and bar tops dry and clean.
- Durability: The thickness of our bulk-order coasters allows them to maintain their structure, often lasting through several rounds of drinks, providing a professional experience from the first sip to the last. This durability is especially important for high-traffic environments like pubs and clubs.
- The Strategic Power of Bulk: Combining Speed and Savings
The Smart Business Decision
Buying custom print drink coasters in bulk shifts the purchase from an expense to a cost-effective investment.
- Lowest Unit Cost: Larger runs bring the price per coaster down sharply. 5,000 coasters cost about $395 + GST single sided, against $150 + GST for 500, and there are no setup fees on any order.
- Consistent Quality: You lock in the same premium paper stock and print fidelity across all units, ensuring every single coaster that reaches a customer maintains your brand’s high standard.
- Simplified Reordering: Once your design is approved and your order is in the system, reordering is a breeze, especially with 48 hour dispatch on short runs.
By prioritising fast dispatch and ensuring crisp color with high-quality materials, we are not just selling coasters; we are selling a reliable, high-impact branding solution designed for the fast-paced demands of the hospitality industry.
Ready to upgrade your brand’s presence? Contact us today to get a bulk quote and experience the difference that quality and speed make.
Frequently Asked Questions
Normally within 1 to 2 hours of your artwork reaching us. It arrives by email as a digital proof, and nothing is printed until you approve it. The sooner you sign off, the sooner your coasters go into production, so check it as soon as it lands.
Delivery takes 1 to 2 days to most major cities once your coasters leave us. We use StarTrack, Direct Freight Express and Express Post. Delivery cost is quoted per order and depends on quantity, so you’ll see the freight charge on your quote before you approve the job.
No. Short runs of 500 and 1,000 coasters are printed digitally and dispatched within 48 hours as standard, with no rush fee. Offset runs of 1,000 to 2,000 also go out within 48 hours. Only runs above 2,000 move to the 5 to 7 working day schedule.
Yes, for runs of 2,000 or fewer, as long as the artwork is sorted early. Proofs normally take 1 to 2 hours, dispatch is within 48 hours of approval, and delivery takes 1 to 2 days to most major cities. Outside a major city, give us your postcode so we can check freight.
The proof stage is the part you control. Artwork normally becomes a proof within 1 to 2 hours, but production only starts once you approve it, so slow sign-off or several rounds of changes push dispatch back. Runs over 2,000 also take longer, at 5 to 7 working days before dispatch.
Keep reading
- More Ordering, Cost and Delivery guides
- Short Run Digitally Printed Coasters
- How to Order Custom Coasters in 3 Easy Steps
- Large Order Beer Coaster Printing Australia
Put your event or launch date in the quote request and we’ll work back from it. A short run coaster order of 500 or 1,000 leaves us within 48 hours.
