At CombiCraft, you can choose from a variety of materials for your tokens. But which one is the best fit for your event? Should you go with plastic, recycled plastic, potato starch, wood fiber, or wood? In this article, we’ll break down the differences between these materials, so you can make the best choice. And if you need personal advice, feel free to contact our customer service team!
Quick overview of materials
These are all the materials of our different tokens:
| Material | Raw material | Color options | Water-resistant | Recycled material | Biodegradable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plastic | Synthetic plastic | Many colors and shapes | Yes | No | No |
| Recycled plastic | Recycled plastic (e.g., fishing nets, chewing gum) | Limited, varies by batch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Potato starch (ECO tokens) | Potato peel starch | Various colors possible | Less effective | No | Yes |
| Wood fiber | Wood fibers and resin; PEFC certified | Wood color | Yes | No | Yes |
| Wood | Solid wood | Natural wood color | Less effective | No | Yes |
Plastic tokens are commonly used at events, festivals, clubs, and in hospitality settings. They're a convenient and durable form of payment, and they’re also reusable. Thanks to the strong, water-resistant material, they work well both indoors and outdoors. Plus, they’re lightweight and easy to handle. Plastic tokens come in various colors and shapes, offering extra branding and personalization options. They’re also easy to clean, making them perfect for repeated use. Available as round tokens and break-off tokens.
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More organizations are choosing recycled plastic as a sustainable option for event, festival, and hospitality tokens. It's an eco-friendly choice because plastic is being reused. These tokens are made from different recycled materials, such as:
Fishing nets: Prevents old nets from ending up in the ocean and gives them a second life.
Chewing gum: Reduces litter and puts an otherwise non-degradable product to use.
Other plastics: Like old refrigerators, PET bottles, plastic bags, food packaging, and more.
These tokens are just as durable and water-resistant as new plastic, and they’re lightweight, sturdy, and easy to use. You can also personalize them with printing or embossing to match your event, club, or organization. Keep in mind that the texture and color may vary slightly from new plastic due to the recycled materials used.
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These tokens come in various colors and sizes, and they can be personalized with printing or embossing. They’re not only sustainable but versatile, perfect for events, festivals, or hospitality venues. Keep in mind that the color and texture might differ slightly from new plastic tokens due to the natural material used.
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Wood fiber tokens are made from wood fibers and resin, and they’re fully biodegradable. They’re PEFC certified, which means they come from responsibly managed forests that meet the strict standards of the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC). This certification ensures that the products are made in an environmentally responsible way.
These tokens come in a natural color and various sizes. They’re sturdy, lightweight, and easy to use. An extra bonus is that they can be personalized with printing or embossing, giving your tokens a unique look that fits your event, festival, club, or venue.
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Wooden tokens are eco-friendly and look great and natural. They can be printed or engraved, allowing for full customization. They may cost a little more than tokens made from other materials, but the quality and sustainability are worth it. You’ll not only get a durable product, but something that truly adds to the character of your event. Check out all our wooden tokens.
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