Everyone wants to know the companies they work with and buy from care for the environment. That’s why we at Raccoon have invested heavily in sustainable printing. We know that green printing methods and materials reflect well on us, while giving you a wider range of choices to help you carve a path to sustainability!
Here’s how we’re reducing the impact of large format print, and how your brand can benefit too.
Print on demand, not print to waste
Some companies lock you into big production runs, leaving you with more stock than you need. Print-on-demand is smarter, avoiding overproduction, storage issues, and unnecessary waste.
At Raccoon, everything we do is on-demand only. You get exactly what you need, with no surplus materials or wasted energy. It’s one of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce waste, and a cornerstone of eco-friendly printing practices.
Green materials for every application
A push for sustainable printing has led to changes in manufacturing and a wider selection of green materials – all perfect for large format print. Here are just some of the options available.
PVC-free vinyl films: Designed for window graphics, decals, floor stickers, and vehicle graphics. The lack of toxic chemicals makes them safer to produce, easier to recycle, and less harmful to the environment.
Recyclable display boards: Strong and lightweight, our sustainable boards are ideal for short-term signage and 3D displays. Products include the versatile Re-board, Correx, Triaprint bubble board, and recyclable Dibond aluminium.
Eco-banners: Take your sustainable message outdoors with PVC-free banners, made with biodegradable fabrics and recyclable polyester. Tough and weather-resistant, for high-impact displays both indoors and out.
Our online store makes it easy to get one-off, sustainable items printed. Simply head over to the sustainable products tab, choose what you need, and get customising!
Sustainable inks with Greenguard certification
Some print houses still use solvent-based inks that release harmful chemicals and VOCs (volatile organic compounds) into the air.
We use only non-toxic inks, including UV gels and latex, all of which are Greenguard certified. This means they’re low-emission and solvent-free, so they’re safe for sensitive environments like nurseries, schools, and hospitals.
For visually stunning graphics without the negative environmental effects.
Closing the loop with recycling
Sustainable printing means recycling as much as possible and finding new ways to reduce our impact on the environment.
That’s why we’re part of the MetaStream recycling scheme, which helps companies to streamline waste and recycle more, including everyday vinyls and release liners that typically get thrown away.
Staff education: All staff are trained on how the scheme works, how to process waste, and why it matters. With the whole team on board, there’s no ‘point of failure’ or improper handling.
Regular collections: Display boards, vinyls, liners and trimmings are placed in bins and taken to proper disposal facilities. Large containers ensure we always have room to recycle high volumes of waste and large items.
On-site print removal: We don’t just install your graphics; we take care of the full production cycle. Once your event ends, our team will safely remove and dispose of materials responsibly. Learn more about our brand production service here.
Sustainable deliveries
Sustainability doesn’t stop at the print itself – it extends to how we deliver. Here at Raccoon, we’ve invested in electric vehicles to help cut emissions and reduce our carbon footprint.
So, whether you want recyclable display boards, PVC-free banners, or a complete installation, the journey from our studio to yours is as green as the materials themselves. It’s another way to make sustainability a key part of large format printing, and not just a buzzword!
Vivienne Westwood’s eco-friendly display
A fashion brand famed for its activism, Vivienne Westwood asked us to produce a multi-store display across eight UK cities. Each installation had to be unique yet tied together under the #Don’tGetKilled campaign.
They chose us for our production expertise, sustainable printing methods, and ability to build 3D Re-board structures. By making every element 100% recyclable, we helped them promote their message while reducing the environmental impact. Explore the full case study here.
Making your project greener
Going green doesn’t have to be complicated. If you want your next project to be kinder to the planet, we’ll show you how. From smarter materials to sustainable print ideas, we’ll help you make an impact for all the right reasons.
Click below to speak with us about making sustainability a seamless part of your brand’s story.