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just for fun because i worked in a sticky note factory and they make all kinds of designs and colors just to make it expensive and get everyone to buy them.

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Sticky notes actually come in a variety of colors, not just yellow... but I think that the reason they are yellow and not white is that the color provides a good contrast to regular paper or folders, and since sticky notes are often used as reminders, the color helps them to draw extra attention, so that people using them don't forget.

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Are sticky notes recyclable?

Most sticky notes are not recyclable because they are often coated with a pressure-sensitive adhesive that contaminates the recycling process. The adhesive residue can clog recycling equipment and reduce the quality of the recycled paper. It's best to dispose of sticky notes in the trash or look for alternative ways to reuse them.


What are sticky notes used for?

Sticky notes are commonly used for jotting down quick notes, reminders, or to-do lists, and then easily sticking them to surfaces like desks, walls, or monitors as a way to visually organize information or tasks. They are a popular tool for brainstorming, planning, and keeping track of important information in a visible and convenient way.


Why are sticky notes sticky?

They have an adhesive on part of the back. The adhesive is generally not strong enough to make a good glue, but it's tacky enough to make a decent temporary attachment. Low Mw Poly(acrylates) (actually, oligo-acrylates would probably be a better term) tend to be good candidates for this kind of adhesive. The glue used was actually a failure of an adhesive, invented by 3M. It found a use for temporairly sticking attachments to other paper without causing damage.


What are sticky notes made of?

Sticky notes are typically made from paper that has been treated with a special adhesive coating on one side. The adhesive is usually a repositionable, pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive that allows the note to stick to surfaces without leaving residue when removed. Some environmentally-friendly options may use recycled or sustainably-sourced paper and adhesives.


Where did the phrase sticky sticky no sticky no sticky come from?

I read in Readers Digest a long time ago that it was a Native American saying about snow conditions but I remember it as "sticky no sticky no sticky sticky". And meaning if the snow is sticky and can be made into a snowball it won't be around long, and if it is not sticky, not able to be made into a snowball, it will be around for awhile.