In this article, we will discuss my top
four reasons for using drink coasters today. Not only are do they have a functional purpose, drink
coasters are also great items to use for decoration. They also have
surprising other uses that will be discussed too. Enjoy the read.
1. Protect the surface of delicate
tables
Drink coasters
are great for protecting the surface of delicate tables. Condensation often occurs when placing cold drinks on a table. What is condensation you might ask?
Condensation is when the water vapor in the air converts into liquid
water. This happens with cold drinks when the water vapor in the air is
drawn to the cool surface temperature of the beverage. This causes
the drink to “sweat” or develop droplets of water on the outside of the cup or
glass. Sounds like a cool science experiment right? Well it is not
too cool when it leaves puddles of water which leads to damaged furniture surfaces.
Hot drinks can
also cause surface damage to furniture. When hot drinks are placed on some tables, white spots the size of the cup or annoying white rings are often left behind on the surface. Furthermore, these hot drinks can even strip the protective coating of certain furnishings. Furniture repair can be quite expensive and
some “do it yourself” removal may further worsen the stain. Avoid all of these issues by using drink coasters.
2. Home and Office décor
In addition to
protecting the surfaces of delicate tables, drink coasters can make
great items for home and office décor. If you want to inexpensively
change the look of a room, add a couple of drink coasters! Drink
coasters come in many different colors, shapes, sizes, and can even
be customized. The perfect set of drink coasters will add
distinction to any room.
Need new office
décor? Add a drink coaster. Go a step further and personalize it
with your own text, inspirational quotes, or photos to keep you
motivated throughout the day. Encourage yourself to
press on in the
midst of a challenging day at work.
3. Marketing
An emerging tool many entrepreneurs are using today is drink coaster marketing.
Breweries, restaurants, and bars often advertise their products and
specials on drink coasters. However, other companies are catching on
to this trend by partnering with restaurants and bars in order to
promote their brand. Today, you can find real estate agencies,
salons, and even community events being promoted on drink coasters.
Enhance your coaster marketing with a QR code which allows a customer
with a smart phone to easily access your website within seconds.
4. Make Sentimental Gifts
Finally, drink
coasters can make sentimental gifts for loved ones. Celebrate special occasions with a personalized drink coaster. This can include milestones such as graduations, weddings, anniversaries, retirement, or the arrival of a new baby. These personalized items makes a long lasting impression forever treasured in the heart.
In closing, remember drink coasters serve a variety of purposes. Not only are they functional items they have multi-purpose uses. All it takes is a little fun and creativity!
