Basic Screen Printing Techniques 101 by Scott Fresener
Jul 28th, 2008 by admin
Wrong (This way is typical of how many “experienced” printers print.)
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Use 110 mesh for everything.
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Use low tension screens.
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Print the print on-contact.
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Use the ink direct out of the container with no adjustment.
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Print with a number of strokes in each direction to “work” the ink into the garment.
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Flash cure every color.
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Have a VERY thick “bulletproof” print.
Right (This is how good printers print.)
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Use the proper mesh for the job. Higher mesh counts for multi-color work.
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Make sure the screens are tensioned properly.
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Print off-contact - even if it means using shims on the press.
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Reduce the ink if necessary to make it flow and penetrate better.
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Use just one stroke to make a clean print with minimal ink deposit.
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Flash-cure only if necessary.
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Have a soft print that has good detail and can be done in high production.