Finger Pads & Envelope Moisteners
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Staples carries many items that make life easier. Finger pads and envelope moistener do just that, especially for those who frequently handle documents and envelopes. Learn more about how these items can simplify and improve office tasks below.
What Are Finger Pads and Envelope Moisteners?
Finger pads are rubber coverings for your fingertips, which allow you to sort through paper without getting a paper cut. The material of finger pads is rough so users can keep a good grip, and they can also be used in place of licking fingertips to sort through papers. Envelope moistener is an item that’s good for sealing envelopes and is an alternative solution to having to lick envelopes, which many people find unpleasant. These are great options for people working with large quantities of envelopes or papers, such as teachers, receptionists, bank tellers, mailroom clerks and others.
Benefits of Using Finger Pads
Finger pads make it easier to handle papers, large sums of money, checks and envelopes by providing a protective layer between the finger and the paper. The rough surfaces of the finger pads make them convenient to grasp the papers without them slipping out. A finger pad protects against the dryness that comes with handling paper and is designed to contour comfortably around the finger. They are skin-friendly and unlikely to cause any reaction, and do not stain paper, skin or clothes. They're convenient for any environment that requires handling high volumes of paper material. Teachers, for instance, often use finger pads for sorting report cards, test papers and letters to parents.
Benefits of Using Finger or Envelope Moisteners
Many people find a finger moistener for handling paper to be more sanitary than licking your finger and envelope moistener more sanitary than licking an envelope. Envelope moistener can come as a substance you dip your finger in or in pen form. Some envelope moisteners are a device with a slot you can pass any size envelope through. Envelope moistener is easy to clean off of most fabrics and surfaces. It can be washed off with water and won’t damage materials. It’s also non-toxic and non-flammable in most cases, and some varieties of finger moistener can last for as many as 1,500 envelopes.
Should I Use a Finger Pad or Finger Moistener?
The two products have very similar uses, but you’ll want to be sure exactly what type of product you need before making a purchase. Finger pads and finger moisteners can both be used to sort papers, but you’ll need a moistener product for sealing envelopes.