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Can You Screen Print Labels on Full Wine Bottles?

Screen printing on bottles, also known as applied color labeling or ACL, is a delicate process that we’ve been perfecting for over twenty years.

One of the frequently asked questions we often get asked is whether we can screen print wine labels on full bottles.

The answer is NO and here’s why.


When screen printing, thermal-plastic inks are applied via squeegee and screens, which are then fired in a high temperature Lehr for at least 2-3 hours to permanently fuse paint to the glass.


If you’d like your bottles decorated on a filled product, we recommend etching.

Unlike screen printing, etching is a cold (and entirely handmade) process with no heat application required.

We take your label inspiration, be it your paper label designs, a cherished photo, or a piece of original art, and completely translate it to an etched format from scratch.

When working on full bottles, we never expose them to temperatures higher than 66°F, making the process ideal for finishing large format shiners in a way that feels incredibly intentional and special.

Each bottle is hand etched and hand painted in quantities as low as a single bottle or up to 10,000 bottles across every format size from 375ml to 27L.

We fondly refer to our etching artists as “the best art forgers in the business”, as each bottle is a one-of-a-kind work of art with slight variations across each bottle. 

As one of the oldest and largest etching companies on the West Coast, our industry knowledge and expertise is unparalleled.


Reach out to learn more about our services!



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About


What started as a small, family-owned etch business in 1989, quickly grew to the industry leader for screen print. Pioneers in the field of engraved, hand-painted wine bottles, we were the first to combine top level designers, state-of-the-art production, and a staff of experienced artisans to consistently produce a quality product.

Today, Bergin Screen Printing and Etching employs over 75 team members to keep up with the growing demand for unparalleled glass bottle decoration.


Your Partner in Packaging

Bergin has been proudly serving the wine industry as a bottle decorator for over 30 years and has since expanded its innovative labeling solutions to include beer, spirits, and specialty food packaging. With our long-standing expertise, we are known for pushing design limitations experienced with traditional labeling solutions.

As a screen print leader and innovator, we can wrap 360 degrees around the bottle, provide neck printing, and print up to nine colors. We offer over 100 specialty colors including precious metals such as gold, platinum, and copper. Custom colors and mixes are also available. When it comes to our production facility, our Italian machines can produce as many as 100,000 screen printed bottles a day.

Our etch and paint studio delivers high quality works of art that are hand-crafted to order. From 750ml to 27L in size, we take pride in every bottle we produce.


Boosting Shelf-Confidence

At Bergin, we are committed to elevating brands through every bottle. While you work hard to deliver the product inside the bottle, our mission is to make the package reflect the same craftsmanship and passion outside the bottle.

Your concept and ideas are carried to product completion by a seasoned team of Account Executives, who guide you step-by-step through each phase of the project. Working closely with our highly skilled Art Director and Production Artists, the Bergin team ensures delivery of artwork that exceeds all expectations. Our dedication to quality is truly matched by a level of customer service previously unseen in the industry.

Whether you choose screen printing, etching, or one of our many fulfillment services, each project that comes through our doors is crafted with care by the Bergin family. At the end of the day, it all comes down to one word: integrity.


More Possibility, More Flexibility

Located in the Napa Valley Gateway Business Park, our 82,000 sq. state-of-the-art production facility, design studio, and corporate offices are well positioned to meet the ongoing needs of current and future clients.

We encourage visits and tours, please call ahead for an appointment: 707-224-0111 x 296.

https://www.berginglass.com/


 

Contact

Contact List

Title Name Email Phone Extension
Director of Sales and Marketing Savannah Bergin savannah@berginglass.com 707-224-0111 280
Director of Sales Development Jay Griego jay@berginglass.com 707-812-8707

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Bergin Screen Printing & Etching 451 Technology Way, Napa CA United States of America 94558

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