Why choose screen printing?

Screen printing is a popular way to print designs onto clothing and other products.

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Why people choose screen printing

Screen printing is a very durable, high-quality printing technique that uses specialist fabric inks. It is ideal for reproducing very vibrant colours, particularly on dark garments.

Screen printing is a good option when you want:

  • bold colour
  • professional finish
  • consistent results

across a run of garments.

It is widely used for printed retail and promotional wear because it produces strong, durable prints that last longer than any digital print application.

A good choice for

Screen printing is often a strong option for:

  • t-shirts, hoodies and sweatshirts
  • workwear and uniforms
  • event clothing
  • branded merchandise
  • medium and larger print runs

The main points for choosing screen printing are:

Impact

Textile screen printing inks are much more vivid and opaque than digital applications. There is an infinite range of colours that can be custom mixed, plus a huge selection of special effects such as metallics, fluorescents and glow-in-the-dark that can only be applied using this method.

Versatility

Screen prints can be applied anywhere on your garment, in any size that you you require. You can tailor the finish of your print, from high gloss to soft handle, feeling like its in the weave of the t-shirt.

Durability

Screen prints will outlast any digital decoration technique.

See our portfolio to see some examples of previous work.

Things to think about

The best print method depends on the job. It helps to think about:

  • how many garments you need
  • how many colours are in the design
  • the type and colour of garment
  • whether your artwork is ready for print

These details can all affect the look, method and cost of the finished job.

Need help deciding?

If you are not sure whether screen printing is the right option for your project, we can help.