Why Use Promotional Mugs for Marketing?

One of the most tried and tested ways of marketing is promotional mugs. It's a traditional way of marketing, so why would you use anything else? 

When choosing to invest in promotional products, many businesses are cautious over which products to choose. However, if you are just starting out then promotional mugs are one of the most effective ways to promote your brand. Promotional mugs are low risk, high impact product which are guaranteed to be received well by the customer.

So, why are promotional mugs considered to be so effective?  The simple answer is because they are so reliable. People will always need to use a mug, so their appreciation for the product will be a sincere one. Whether the mug is used at home or at work, as the mug is a promotional product it is always guaranteed to be used.   

There is something about a promotional mug which people genuinely appreciate. It could be the fact it is heavy and china so it has a higher perceived value. This can then instil a positive attitude towards the company. The more 'bridges' you build with your customers, the more chance they will be loyal to your company when they order products or services. 

An interesting piece of recent research has shown that whilst the UK is out of recession, purse strings are still being tightened. Where this is the case, businesses have started to spend more on their promotional gifts to encourage people to shop and stay loyal to their brand. In doing this, they've started to invest in more useful items rather than cheaper products which aren't useful. 

This research indicates that magnets and keyrings are going to be less in demand, whilst there is an increase in businesses purchasing mugs and shopping bags. Of course, this means the business has to spend more money, but they are likely to receive better quality leads and sales as a result. 

It's interesting to note that the average mug is used approximately 2,000 times in its lifecycle. This means each mug has over 2,000 promotional opportunities. Can you think of any other promotional item or advertising method which offers as many promotional opportunities as this? 

As well as this, you can also design the mug so it is completely your branding. This not only means your logo but can also mean your companies strapline and company colours as well.

Written by

Total Merchandise | Editoral Team

Our editorial team is drawn from a pool of experienced promotional merchandise product team members, account managers, marketers and other contributors. With such a wide range of skills and experience, they write about many aspects of promotional merchandise, wider marketing and business matters, as well as company news updates.

Connect with Total Merchandise on LinkedIn Connect with Total Merchandise on LinkedIn

Total Merchandise
Our Top 10 Best-Selling Promotional Products of 2021

Our Top 10 Best-Selling Promotional Products of 2021

With 2022 just around the corner, there's no better time to shine a light on our very best promotional products of 2021. Will we have a new winner this year, or will

The Best Promotional Merchandise for Schools

The Best Promotional Merchandise for Schools

Branded items for schools come in many shapes and sizes, and are never more useful than at school events. From summer fêtes to end-of-term concerts, charity raffles to Chr

Unusual Corporate Gifts & Promotional Merchandise

Unusual Corporate Gifts & Promotional Merchandise

Have you received a promotional product at some point in your life? For most of us, the answer to this question is yes. So, how do you make sure your promotional product stands

The Best Promotional Stress Relievers For Your Staff

The Best Promotional Stress Relievers For Your Staff

April is officially Stress Awareness Month, meaning it's the perfect opportunity to give some thought to how you can support your colleagues through tricky times. 

The Best Promotional Football Products To Kick-Off Euro 2024

The Best Promotional Football Products To Kick-Off Euro 2024

Want to get your business involved in Euro 2024? For the uninitiated, UEFA's iconic international football tournament will kick-off in June 2024 and be watched by mi

The 10 Best Branded Pet Products For National Pet Month

The 10 Best Branded Pet Products For National Pet Month

April is officially National Pet Month - so what better time to shine a light on our amazing array of pooch-approved promotional products? From walkies-friendly water bo