Mouse pads are a user-friendly and accommodating feature for computer users.  Invented in 1969 by Armando Fernanadez of Xerox, mousepads increased in popularity tremendously.  It was created one year after the mouse was introduced.

With the introduction of the mouse pad the positive effects it had proved worthwhile.  It increased productivity of workers because it made it faster and easier to navigate through computer systems.   Mouse pads also lessened the scratches on table tops. Mousepads also diminished the amount of dust and fragments that mouse’s would get on the bottom.

Here at DiscountMugs.com we offer a great selection of mousepads.

Wrist Foam Mouse Pads

There are the Wrist Foam Mouse pads.  These are great because they have a comfortable Wrist Foam twist to support your wrist when using the mouse especially over long periods of time.  The Wrist Foam mouse pads are soft and durable.  They are great for putting your company logo for promotions and advertising.

Square Leatherette Mouse Pads with Calculator

Then there are the Custom Square Leatherette Mouse Pads with the Calculator/Ruler feature.  These are great for accountants or anybody who works with numbers daily.  The custom leather finish is of fine quality and made strong to last long.  The Square Leatherette Mousepads only come in black.  This allows your label or logo to be displayed more prominently and to stand out to consumers.

8 inch Round Mouse Pads

Finally there is the 8″ diameter Personalized Round Imported Mousepads.  These are great option for the non-traditional look because most mouse pads come in the standard square shape.  The Round Imported Mousepads are made of soft woven polyester bonded to open-cell rubber sponge.

All of our mousepads can be personalized with pictures, logos or whatever it is that you need.  They add a great promotional value to any event because ninety-nine percent of people have to use the internet.  So check out DiscountMugs.com website for more on our spectacular mousepads.

Tote Bags

We offer a wide variety of tote bags at DiscountMugs.com.  From insulated bags to enviro-friendly bags we have every option to meet all your toting needs! Maybe you don’t need one to till the end of your event; we have pocket fold-able tote bags.  We have so many that I just want to take the time out to formally introduce them:
Non-Woven Tote Bag:  Our non-woven totes bags are a great option for grocery shopping.  Made out of non-woven polypropylene, our non-woven totes are lightweight and durable for heavy groceries.
Cotton-Tote Bag:   Cotton tote bags go for a more stylish and fashionable look.  With breathable high quality cotton these bags are fun and easy to print on.  Cotton is also is the most popular material utilized.
Jute Tote Bag: The most organic of the bunch. Our popular jute tote bags are made out of vegetable fiber that is inter-woven into a strong coarse thread.  Jute fiber is 100% biodegradable and recyclable which in turn make it easy on our environment.
Polyester or Canvas Tote Bag:  Describe as polycanvas tote bags, these bags are made from synthetic textile fibers.  These fibers are strong and durable for weather resistance and corrosion.  With a higher denier fiber it, our polycanvas tote bags are made tough.
Lunch Bags and Coolers:  Our lunch bags and coolers are insulated to maintain that perfect temperature.  With a variety of shape and sizes, you are sure to find one that suites your food requirements.  Most of our lunch bags and coolers are made from polyester fiber for durability and temperature maintenance.
Duffel Bags:  Our duffel bags are made army strong.  With strong handles and plenty pockets, our duffel bags can stand up to all your traveling needs.  Made from water proof nylon to polyester, our duffel bags are sturdy for any weather condition.
Backpacks: One of the more popular items.  Our backpacks come in all shapes and sizes to fit any occasion.  To hauling heavy books to stuffing clothes for a back packing trip our backpacks are made tough just like our duffel bags.
At DiscountMugs.com we have an overwhelming stock to blow you away.  We are positive that you will find what you’re looking for; if not then it doesn’t exist.  Don’t forget that all of our bags can be personalized just for you.  Browse our website to see more of our exciting offerings!!!!

We here at DiscountMugs.com were excited to hear that our company received an “A” rating on the Better Business Bureau (BBB) review. The BBB determined that DiscountMugs.com was an “A” rated company based on prefixed standards and categories that help determine a final grade on a scale of “A” to “F”. The BBB provided an opinion on our company rating by stating that it was “An extremely high rating”.  This high rating will help customers understand that our company is dedicated to quality services and providing excellent products at the best possible price. Here is a link to our page on the BBB that display our “A” rating and general company information: DiscountMugs BBB Review.

The Better Business Bureau is a consumer protection organization designed to create quality assurance in the general business industry. Companies apply to the Better Business Bureau and are rated based on industry experience, length of operation, licensing, ethical advertising, sufficient information provided, good standing with the Better Business Bureau and quantity of complaints. DiscountMugs.com has all the necessary licensing with local government, has no history of government action against us as well as having all the proper accreditation and a spotless record of ethical advertising. Our website is a trusted site signed up with VeriSign Trust certification.

DiscountMugs.com has strived to adhere to the highest standards in our industry since the company started in 1995. We participate in our local community and provide jobs to over 600 people in the South Florida area. From our humble beginnings DiscountMugs.com now occupies a 350,000 square feet warehouse and has some of the most advanced printed, embroidery and engraving technology available.  All of this success was achieved by providing customers with factory-direct products that could only be acquired through our amazing website that is consistently updated with new products, new features and better designs.

DiscountMugs.com is one of the largest distributors of customizable promotional products in the country and offers extremely competitive pricing that is rarely beat by our competitors. Recently we found disturbing trends of negative reviews being posted from mysterious sources on various online locations. While the size of our company and the rate of our operations makes it impossible for us to make every customer completely happy, we know that our sales, art and customer service team will do anything and everything to ensure the satisfaction of our customers. Many of the negative reviews we received seemed baseless and made us wonder, perhaps our competitors are not adhering to the same ethical standards as our company. We know customers will be smart enough to see our quality ranking on the BBB and our amazing prices and not be deterred by false reports from our competitors.  Here is a link to our customer reviews.

Travel Mugs

Travel mugs are among the #1 selling promotional products in the country. But many would be surprised to see the wide variety of travel mugs available. At DiscountMugs.com alone we have nearly 100 travel mug products available and we get new products every week. While travel mugs, traditionally, have been characterized by an insulated body, sealed lid and handle, designs have changed massively for some products but remained true to original designs for other products. Those researching travel mugs will discover that there are only three types of travel mugs: hard plastic travel mugs, stainless steel travel mugs and ceramic travel mugs. Hard plastic mugs and stainless steel mugs are the most popular types of travel mugs while ceramic travel mugs are rare but high-quality products.

Hard Plastic Travel Mugs – The advantages of plastic travel mugs are numerous; plastic is a light-weight material that is incredibly durable and easy to clean. Plastic travel mugs are also extremely affordable and create an incredible consistency since the entire product will be made of plastic. The custom imprint area on these plastic travel mugs allows for high-resolution logos to be custom printed on these promotional products.  One of the more popular plastic travel mug items is the 16oz Fun Travelers Mug which has classic travel mug designs and has a standard amount of liquid storage space.

Stainless Steel Travel Mugs – Stainless steel travel mugs are the most popular type of travel mug available. Stainless steel provides further insulation than plastic and has numerous advantageous. A stainless steel travel mug can keep a warm beverage like coffee warm for hours and hours; this makes them extremely valued as promotional products in the average workplace where coffee is the drink of choice. Stainless steel designs are often mixed with other material like plastic tops and rubber grips to add features and designs to these products. Stainless steel also allows for custom engraved logos which are considered more aesthetically pleasing than printed logos.

Ceramic Travel Mugs – Ceramics is the material of choice when it comes to standard coffee mugs, but it takes some unique features to change a coffee mug into a travel mug. Ceramic travel mugs use stainless steel or plastic lids to insulate their beverage. They also need to be a certain slender shape to fit into cup holders which is a necessity for a coffee mug on-the-go. Ceramic material is very smooth and looks great with custom logos printed on it. Ceramic travel mugs are the least well known of the three different kind of travel mugs but provide a unique vessel in which to carry warm beverages.

Everyone knows that promotional product marketing is a great way to promote an organization or business and that DiscountMugs.com has the most affordable products in which to accomplish these goals. But how can these items be used specifically for promotional purposes and where are they best used? Promotional product marketing can be used for a variety of different goals whether it’s acquiring new customers or improving customer relations, promotional product marketing has a myriad of possible uses. This versatility allows companies and organizations that are looking to promote a product or idea to have a more comprehensive approach to marketing. Promotional marketing campaigns can be directed at gaining more clients and improving customer relations at the same time. However some methods of promotional product marketing are more effective than others and four quality ideas include trade show marketing, corporate giveaways, hosting events and promotional gift sets.

Trade shows – Trade Shows are extremely popular venues to give promotional products. As potential customers and people in related industries walk around they are given promotional products as a way for business to gain exposure and get potential clients, employees or partners. Items like promotional pens, notebooks, tote bags and drinking glasses are given with customized logos on them. These items serve as a constant reminder to their recipients of the company that gave them. Trade shows present great opportunities to see a boost in sales for a many companies and has even been the catalyst for success of some companies.

Corporate Giveaways – The corporate giveaway is a classic method of promotional product marketing. Some companies hold contests to win customized promotional products while others are freely given away in exchange for the contact information. The most popular corporate giveaway items are tote bags, t-shirts and travel mugs. These items have universal appeal and can draw attention to a promotional marketing campaign. Corporate giveaways can be hosted online or at popular venues like the airport, mall or sporting event.

Hosting Events – Hosting an event can be used to draw in new customers, treat for your current employees or both. Whether the event is being held at company headquarters, a banquet hall or and outside venue, custom drinkware items will be necessary.  Wine glasses, drinking glasses and coffee mugs can be used at these events and with custom logos they are ideal for promotional purposes. Giving away additional items like promotional pens, sports bottles, mouse pads and travel mugs can provide even more exposure for a company at an event.

Promotional Gift Set- A promotional gift set can have two main uses: promote a company to new customers or improve relationships with existing clients. Send a promotional gift set to existing clients and it may result in that client staying with the company longer or increasing their business. Send gift sets to potential clients and it may result in a higher conversion rate of potential customers to clients. A gift set requires some sort of theme so providing office supplies like promotional pens, notebooks, calculators and mouse pads would make a nice promotional gift set. Promotional gift sets should also share a theme through design so get different products with the same color scheme and custom logos.

The service industry has taken a really big hit from the recession, but those establishments that remain find themselves in a position to really set a firm hold in their location. Though many establishments have folded, competition is still fierce in the service industry as new establishments are taking advantage of low lease rates on commercial property. New and existing bar and restaurants need an edge on the competition and that is why they should get custom glassware items. Customizable glassware items allow establishments like bars and restaurants to serve drinks in glasses that have custom printed logos on them. This adds legitimacy to your business and gives you the option of selling these glasses to avid customers.

Restaurants and bars require different kinds of drinkware items. Restaurants typically need drinking glasses, wine glasses and coffee mugs depending on what’s available on their menu. Bars require drinking glasses, beer mugs, pint glasses, cocktail glasses and much more depending on what types of drinks they serve. Customizing these items can really help when it comes to customer retention rates and customer satisfaction. Every restaurant and bar is also a brand with a logo, these custom glasses promote that brand and help get the word out about an establishment.

Restaurants and bars, especially those in the tourist industry, can gain huge profits from selling their glassware items. Selling custom items also serves as a promotional venture because it creates brand promotion and allows others to see your company logo outside of its location. Offer these custom items to customers at their table or by setting up a shop in a high traffic location in the bar or restaurant. Custom glassware items can also be offered as part of specials or deals (example: The daily special comes with a free custom drinking glass).

The legitimacy custom glassware items bring to a restaurant or bar cannot be understated. The most successful establishments have custom drinkware items and at the costs offered by DiscountMugs.com, it’s ill-advised not to get custom glassware items for your establishment. DiscountMugs.com is a web-based factory direct company that sells promotional products from wine glasses and cocktail glasses to beer mugs and shot glasses. They are a factory-direct so their prices are extremely competitive and are the number one distributors of drinkware items in the country so owners can rest assured DiscountMugs.com is a reliable company.

I’m sure you’ve heard of promotional products in business settings. You’ve seen pens with company names on them and all kinds of products with custom printed logos from tote bags to custom key chains. But how do promotional products generate business and why are they so popular? Promotional products can be considered direct marketing approaches to promotion. Direct marketing is when a product or service is advertised to someone directly in the form of a brochure, e-mail or other direct communication medium. Direct marketing is considered the most effective form of marketing because of its high returns in comparison to multimedia marketing. So what is the science behind promotional product marketing and how exactly does it generate profit. Listed below are three popularly used methods for marketing:

Traditional – Traditional promotional product marketing is the direct marketing approach which gets exposure to your brand. Promotional pens help people recognize a company logo when they are looking for a product or service. Companies need this kind of exposure to convince clients that they are a company that’s worth purchasing a product or service. Traditional promotional product marketing includes having custom printed or engraved logos on items like coffee mugs, promotional pens, notebooks and tote bags, these items are commonly used and will get a company’s logo large amount of exposure.

Selling and Incentivizing – Another way to make a profit on promotional products is simply to sell them. If you have a recognizable brand, people may want products with your logo on them. Companies sell tons of promotional products to customers and people who are just fans. This type of selling is very popular in the restaurant industry as well, popular restaurants can sell promotional products in their own store. Incentivizing is just a way to help sell your existing products. Promotional Product giveaways can help present better deals for product sales. An example of this is “Get a Free Tote Bag with Every Purchase” campaigns. Providing incentivizing products is a great way to boost sales and get a company exposure.

Client Up-sale – An up-sale refers to getting an existing client to buy more products or services from you. If you have a good client you want to do more business with, offer them free promotional products as a sign of your commitment to them. Clients appreciate personal attention and will either reward you with loyalty or more business. Being generous with clients makes them feel special and lets them know that you actually care about their business.

When it comes to promotional products, not only is it important that the product display a large custom printed or engrave logo but the item itself must also stand out. That’s why it helps to have items that stand out in a crowd based on their quality and unique designs. Every promotional product from tote bags and travel mugs to personalized pens and portfolios have certain items with unique features that are designed to make the item stand out, this is a list of the top four items that are both high quality and quite bizarre:

1.    While this product may not have some of the zany designs that some of the other items on this list, it has a cornucopia of features that make it a pen, flashlight, knife and a key chain. The Multifunctional Keylight Pen is a top selling item at DiscountMugs.com and serves as an intriguing customizable key chain for promotional product marketing campaign. It has a Swiss Army Knife-esque design but with features that are needed for daily functions.

2.    The next promotional product on this list has mind-bending features and designs that make it appear like a prop in a science fiction movie. These products are Flexible Big-Key Calculators, with large button and a large display area this item has attractive features but the most interesting of all is this calculator’s ability to bend, twist and even fold in half. Its rubber design and thin shape allows users to have fun bending stretching and playing with these flexible and durable calculators. This bending action also has practical implications as it makes pocket storage more comfortable.

3.    The next product is a fun barware item. People use barware items to drink socially and have a good time, so naturally one would enjoy a barware item that was equally fun.  The 16 oz Boot Glass Mug holds the same amount of liquid as the average beer mug but has a boot-shaped design that makes it far from average. Boot Glasses and Boot Glass Mugs are extremely popular drinkware items at bars and restaurants, that’s because they help set the ambiance for a fun time with their creative designs.

4.    The next is a glassware item that is both elegant and incredibly unique. This product is a champagne glass that has all the elegant features and designs one would expect from a champagne glass but with a stem that is a replica of the Eiffel Tower. The 8.5oz Paris Champagne Flute is a great customizable product that attracts plenty of attention. Though one doesn’t necessarily need a reason to display this iconic Parisian monument, all champagne is made in France which makes these champagne glass a unique ode to the popular bubbly beverage.

Kids Apparel

Promotional marketing toward children is a classic marketing strategy that hopes to build a relationship with a family and not just a single person.  Since children themselves aren’t part of the consumer market, it’s important to take into consideration the people who are purchasing products for them.  Children’s TV shows and Movies are designed to be both entertaining for kids and their parents.  Kids promotional products must be items they will enjoy and their parents will find practical. Here’s a list of five great promotional product ideas for children:

1. Youth t-shirts – Parents know that children require more and more apparel items as they get older and bigger. Providing youth t-shirts as a promotional gift is a nice way to help parents save on the cost of clothing. This gesture will certainly be appreciated by the parents and t-shirts are items that children really enjoy. When customizing a youth t-shirt, one must remember to reflect the playful and jubilant attitude of children in the design and custom printed logo.

2. Lunch Bags – Whether the child is going to school or a day camp, custom lunch bags definitely come in handy. Modern lunch bags are made of polyester and have zipper or Velcro insulation. Any parent or child will appreciate a quality lunch bag as they are extremely practical and can be used for several years and beyond.

3. Sports Bottles – Parents sign their children up for sports as a way to teach them about health and sportsmanship; sports teams also serve as a great place for children to socialize and meet friends. Custom sports bottles are ideal environmentally friendly gifts that serve the important purpose of keeping a child hydrated during physical activity. Personalized sports bottles can have fun designs and the added benefit of having child’s name custom printed on this promotional product.

4. Backpacks – Every child needs a backpack for school. They can also be used for sleepovers, hiking and many other scenarios which require transporting items. A quality backpack is important as an aid to help children stay organized in school. Many children are also fashion conscious and request stylish backpacks that meet modern requirements for features and design. Backpacks being used as promotional products must adhere to all of these standards to provide effective children’s promotional gifts.

5. Calculators – Okay, so calculators aren’t all that fun. But children need them for school and they can have designs which liven them up. Get colorful custom calculators with unique features like automatic flip-top or multi-functioning calculators, a particular favorite at DiscountMugs.com is the Flexible Big-Key Calculators which are almost completely made of rubber and can bend, twist or fold. Parents will appreciate these practical promotional gifts and kids will love having unique items to show off to their friends.

Green Promotional Product

We all do our part in the modern world for our environment and we appreciate when others do their part as well. That’s why customers will appreciate environmentally friendly promotional products more than traditional promotional products. But, which products are environmentally friendly and are they high quality enough to be stellar promotional products. DiscountMugs.com has every type of promotional product you can imagine from t-shirts and pens to coffee mugs and wine glasses; and we’d like to showcase our environmentally friendly products and help our customers find the right green promotional product for them. Here’s a list of our top environmentally friendly products ranked based on the quality of the item and its environmental impact.

# 1 – Jute Tote Bags
Jute tote bags get the number one spot on the list for many reasons, but the main reason is that it has the least environmental impact of any product. Jute tote bags are also extremely popular because of their earthy designs that provide a unique aesthetic appeal. DiscountMugs.com has two main jute tote bag products our standard Jute Tote Bag and our designer’s choice Jute Panel Tote Bag. The standard Jute Tote Bag is big enough to carry large items like laptops and books but small enough to be easily stored under a chair or in a standard-sized compartment. The Jute Panel Tote Bag has all of the same quality features as the Just Tote Bag but with some flashy designs which include a panel with your choice of five different color designs. Both products are made of jute which is an organic material made out of interwoven plant fiber. This makes the bag extremely durable, water resistant and biodegradable.

#2 – Stainless Steel Travel Mugs
So, why is this non-biodegradable item considered a green promotional product?  Well, since the most popular containers for coffee are Styrofoam cups, stainless steel travel mugs allow individuals to use potentially hundreds of less Styrofoam cups a year. Styrofoam and paper cups are extremely hazardous to environment, especially since they are used so frequently. And while it’s true that stainless steel travel mugs is not easily recyclable material, it durability allows the item to be used for decades without considerable wear.

#3 – Stainless Steel Water Bottles
Very few materials have as negative an impact on the environment as plastic water bottles. Since plastic is formed from fossil fuels and is non-biodegradable, it has a host of problems especially with estimate stating that we throw away 60-million tons of plastic water bottles per day and 22-billion per year in the United States alone. Stainless steel water bottles allow people to have a portable water source with a dramatically reduced environmental impact. These custom water bottles are also made of a stainless steel material that is so durable it can last a lifetime.  These items are also popular for their stylish designs which include the option of receiving custom laser engraving.

#4 – Organic t-shirts
T-shirts are fun promotional products to get for your company or customers. Organic t-shirts add to the laid back and relaxed undertones of this promotional product. Organic t-shirts can be made of a couple different kinds of material but organic cotton is probably the best. Cotton is comfortable and has very little environmental impact.