Water based screen printing and plastisol printing

If you’re looking for a custom apparel design option that creates light, soft garments with sharp design details, water-based screen printing is an ideal choice. This method uses ink that soaks directly into the fabric of a garment rather than sitting on top as plastisol ink does. This results in a printed design that has a soft hand – meaning the design is soft to the touch – and lasts much longer without fading or cracking from repeated washes.The only limitation you face in water-based screen printing will come from inks don’t show up very well on darker garments.

When you think of screen printing, you’re probably thinking of plastisol. It is, without a doubt, the most common print method due to its versatility and affordability. The result is a flexible, durable print with vibrant colors that can be applied to both dark and light-colored garments. This method is particularly ideal for designs with vibrant colors and PMS matching.With plastisol, you have a range of color and specialty ink options, including glow-in-the-dark, fluorescent, puff, and additives. Plastisol can also be printed on almost any fabric that can withstand the heat required to properly cure it, so the options are nearly limitless.