Screen Printing, also known as silk screening, is a versatile printing technique used to apply vibrant and durable ink onto various garment types like tshirts, hoodies and totebags.
The screen printing process involves several crucial steps
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Design Preparation:
- Create a digital or transparent medium design, with each color requiring a separate screen.
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Screen Preparation:
- Apply a light-sensitive emulsion to a mesh screen, transferring the design onto it. The screen is exposed to light, hardening the emulsion where the design is, leaving open areas.
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Screen Washing:
- After exposure, wash the screen to remove unhardened emulsion, creating openings in the mesh.
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Ink Application:
- Affix the screen to a printing press and apply ink to the top of the screen.
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Printing:
- Use a squeegee to evenly spread ink over the screen, allowing it to pass through the mesh onto the garment.HAT IS
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Multiple Colors:
- For designs with multiple colors, use separate screens. Dry the substrate between each color application.
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Curing:
- Pass the printed substrate (e.g., garment) through a dryer or oven to cure the ink, ensuring permanence and adhesion.
Screen printing is favored for its vibrant colors, durability, and flexibility. Common applications include textiles (T-shirts, hoodies), posters, signs, and promotional items. The layering process accommodates intricate designs, making it ideal for both custom and mass production.
Given its intricacies, screen printing is a specialized process requiring expertise. Each job is individually quoted based on factors like the number of colors, design complexity, and substrate type. If you believe screen printing is suitable for your project, please reach out to our team using the provided link.
