Taking Off Old Label
You wouldn’t want the envelope to tear in removing the old label, and the goal is to reuse the envelope. So, the best option here is to apply heat to the label’s top. This helps the gum loosen and aids in removing the old label without stress.
If this doesn’t work, try using a dissolver to dissolve the label ink. For a lady, you wouldn’t have a problem looking for a dissolver, just bring out your nail polish dissolver and apply it to the label. If you don’t have this, using toothpaste is also a great idea in removing the label ink.
Cancel The Label Information
A permanent black marker is very useful for things like this. Think of the easiest to do, get a permanent black marker! Don’t be bothered about how it would look; the aim is to obscure the old label information to scanning machines and humans.
As long as the information on the old label can’t be read, you are good to go. After doing this, add your new label information. You can place the label on any part of the envelope you choose. Just ensure it is visible.
Cover The Old Label
Oh yes! Did you think of trying that? It would work perfectly. You can cover the label if you don’t have a permanent black marker. All you have to do is place the new label on the old one, ensuring no part of the old label sticks out. It’s advisable to use gum so the new label won’t be lost when the goods are being shipped.
Sometimes, the old label can be bigger than the new one; do not worry. Just cover the part that can be covered, then use a marker to cancel the visible part; even if the new label is bigger than the old one, you’ll surely know what to do. Remember, the goal is to render the old label useless.
Check For Multiple Labels Or Barcodes
Most people might be bothered about what this would look like. It’s preferable to use a permanent black marker in this case, especially if the old label or barcode is in black It would make it look more acceptable.
Damaged Envelope
It would guarantee that the envelope won’t tear if you intend to use it again. Some envelopes normally can’t go through another shipping process. This may be a result of the material used.
Many things can cause shipping to go wrong. In the context of this article, one of the things that can probably cause wrong shipping is when an envelope is reused, but the old envelope wasn’t taken care of because it wasn’t covered or removed. This can probably cause the item to return to you or cause confusion in the shipment process.
