Considerations of Screen Printing with
Fabric Inks
Screen printing on fabric is the same as
printing on paper for the most part. Use only fabrics that can be subjected to
temperatures of at least 275 - 375° F. Do not use on non-porous fabrics such as
nylon. Pre-test all fabrics. Fabrics with sizing must be washed prior to
printing. This will assure proper adhesion of the fabric ink to the fabric. Five
crucial considerations for printing with fabric inks.
1. The screen frame is typically removed
from the base and made use of alone. Generally 2 people need to work with the
print-- one holding the screen frame tightly against the fabri, as well as the
other doing the printing.
2. On posts like Tee shirts, an item of
foam board, cardboard or paper should be placed inside each garment to work as
a barrier.
3. To improve the lubricity of the ink, you
could include the Clear Base. To slow drying or to prevent screen clogging, add
the Retarder Base (1-2 tablespoon to 8 oz. of ink).
4. Wash-up of screens as well as tools need
to be done right away after use. If they are allowed to completely dry on your
screen or devices, they are challenging or impossible to eliminate.
5. After the fabric ink dries out on the
material, set a household iron at the highest dry heat (no steam) that will not
scorch the fabric and also with a towel or paper in between the iron and also printed
product, iron on each side for 3-- 5 minutes. This will make the ink hold up
against duplicated launderings.
Crucial: all the test cases in advance
before production run
If insufficient clean fastness occurs, the
print should be heat seat much longer.
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