Screen Printing

Whether you’re looking to outfit a massive crew or spread a viral message, custom screen printing is the ultimate choice for vibrant, high-impact apparel. It’s the gold standard for:

Brand Awareness: Make your logo pop with bold, crisp colors on tees and hoodies. It’s the most cost-effective way to turn your team into a walking billboard at trade shows and community events.

Sports & Spirit Wear: Build instant camaraderie with lightweight, breathable jerseys and fan gear. Screen printing is perfect for large-scale runs, ensuring every student and athlete looks like part of the pack.

Retail & Merch: Launching a clothing line? Screen printing offers that classic "retail feel" and durability that customers love, allowing for complex graphic designs that demand attention.

Events & Commemoration: From 5K runs to family reunions, printed shirts are the go-to keepsake. They offer a large canvas for dates, sponsor logos, and custom artwork that stays vibrant wash after wash.

Promotional Giveaways: High-volume screen printing allows you to get your message into more hands. High-quality, soft-touch prints ensure your "swag" actually gets worn instead of hitting the back of the closet.

Charity & Grassroots Movements: Raise funds without breaking the bank. The low per-unit cost of screen printing maximizes your margins, leaving more money for the causes that matter most.

Washing: Keep it Cool & Gentle

Prep: Always turn the garment inside out. This prevents the printed ink from rubbing against other clothes or the agitator.

Settings: Use cold water on a gentle cycle. High temperatures can break down the plastisol or water-based inks over time.

Detergent: Use a mild detergent. Avoid bleach and fabric softeners, as they can degrade the chemical bond of the ink and cause the print to peel.

Drying: Heat is the Enemy

Best Practice: Air dry or hang dry whenever possible. This is the #1 way to extend the life of a screen-printed shirt.

Machine: If you must use a dryer, use the tumble dry low setting. High heat is the primary cause of "cracking" in screen prints.

Timing: Remove the garment while slightly damp to minimize friction and heat exposure.

Ironing: Protect the Print

Direct Heat: Never iron directly on the print. Screen printing ink is essentially cured plastic; a hot iron will melt the design instantly.

Method: Iron the garment inside out on a low heat setting. If you must iron the front, place a parchment paper or a thin pressing cloth over the design as a protective barrier.

Storage: Stay Cool and Flat

Environment: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, which can fade ink pigments over time.

Folding: Avoid folding the garment directly through the middle of the print if the ink is very thick, as a permanent crease may develop. Hanging is often the safest bet for large back-prints.