Post-it Notes & Sticky Notes - Post-it

Post-it® Notes: Which One Do You Actually Need?

Invented by 3M back in the 1970s, the humble sticky note has multiplied into dozens of versions. Here's how to pick the right one instead of defaulting to the yellow pad every time.

Regular vs Super Sticky

Standard notes are fine for a quick reminder on a flat desk. But if you're sticking to a monitor, a painted wall, or anything vertical, go Super Sticky — they hold for up to 14 days where regular pads peel off by lunchtime. For most offices, Super Sticky is worth the small extra cost.

Sizes, Colours and Shapes

The classic 76 × 76mm square covers everyday notes, while smaller pads suit margins and quick flags. Bright and neon colours aren't just decoration — most people use one colour per category (priority, follow-up, personal) to scan a board at a glance. Heart and speech-bubble shapes add a bit of personality where it's wanted.

Studying, Flagging and Recycled Options

For revision, transparent notes let you write over text without hiding it, and index flags and tabs mark pages cleanly. Greener offices can switch to recycled notes — same hold, made from PEFC-certified recycled paper. Pair any pad with a weighted or novelty dispenser to stop the pad wandering off your desk.

FAQ

Do sticky notes leave residue?

No — the low-tack adhesive is designed to peel away cleanly, even from book pages and borrowed documents. Super Sticky holds firmer but still removes without marks.

What's the standard Post-it® Note size?

The classic square is 76 × 76mm. The range also runs from small 38mm flags up to large meeting-chart pads.

How long do Super Sticky Notes hold?

Up to 14 days on many vertical and uneven surfaces — far longer than standard notes, which suit flat, short-term use.

Are recycled sticky notes as strong as standard?

Yes. Recycled Super Sticky Notes offer the same hold as the originals, with a solvent-free adhesive and PEFC-certified recycled paper.