Designed in New Zealand by a Kiwi mum, Gumbitz are durable, waterproof and reusable stickers that personalise gumboots, lunchboxes and drink bottles (and now school bags!) so kids can find their own things quickly without mistake. No more mix ups.
WHY GUMBITZ?
We asked our community to tell us why they love their Gumbitz. Here are a few of the top reasons:
- Makes their kids things instantly recognisable.
- Prevents daycare and school mix-ups.
- Helps kids feel independent with a sense of ownership of their things.
- Saves them time.
- They stick to different things so multi use.
- Adds joy and personality to everyday things.
- A cute and affordable gift.
- Supports a Kiwi mum-led business.
durable & long lasting stickers
cute, brightly coloured designs
Washable & dishwasher safe
REUSABLE WITH REPLACEMENT ADHESIVE
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I attach Gumbitz?
Clean surface thoroughly, and let it dry completely. We have found a small amount of rubbing alcohol/isopropyl alcohol (or even hand sanitiser) extra effective at removing any remaining dirt, grease, or grime. Gumbitz adhesive won't stick to a dirty or wet surface.
Remove the backing film and place the Gumbitz on your chosen surface pressing as firmly as possible. Once applied, it's VERY important that you leave your Gumbitz to set for 24 hours.
For gumboots, please apply to the uppermost and flattest part of the boot. Please also clean a brand new boot! New boots often have manufacturing oils, release agents, or dust on the surface from production or packaging.
Please note: Gumbitz do not stick to silicone.
How long should they stay on for?
It all depends on the wear and tear and whether they’ve been applied correctly (i.e not on a dirty boot!), whether they’ve boots have been stored outside or inside, whether your kids like to pick at them! But we would expect them to stay on for a few months at the very least. We've got Gumbitz that are still holding strong after a year, so it all really depends.
Moisture, UV exposure and heat will degrade the adhesive strength over time. We're all about hand-me-downs and wanted a non-permanent option to avoid compromising the integrity of the gumboot. You’ll be able to peel off your Gumbitz once your child grows out of their gumboots and hand them down to younger siblings, cousins and friends without a trace.
For lunchboxes and drink bottles, handwash carefully for best results. If washing in the dishwasher, please only use the top shelf!
Are there any age restrictions?
Our products are small and because of that could be a choking risk. For that reason, they are not suitable for children under 36 months. We also find that the younger kids like to pick them off.
