We get it – sometimes, you need to print on fabrics that have a little more give. Think leggings, jerseys, athletic wear, and all things stretchy. These garments often contain Spandex or Lycra, making them ultra-stretchy. But how can you ensure your prints stand up to the stretch? Well, that's where FN-INK™ Stretch comes to the rescue. Let's dive into everything you need to know about printing on Spandex and Spandex-blended fabrics.
Want to print with plastisol ink, but still get that super-soft feel on the garment? Get ready to rock the world of screen printing with some pro tips and techniques. We're about to take it to the next level.
Screen printers constantly debate which ink is better. Of the options, two stand out. Plastisol versus water-based ink—two contenders vying for the title of supreme inkiness. It's a clash of the titans in the world of printing, and printers everywhere have taken sides, ready to defend their ink of choice like a warrior with a squeegee.
Every printer strives to create a smooth print. Smooth prints ensure that fibrillation — when shirt fibers poke through the shirt — is kept at a minimum, and the print looks professional and sharp. But how do you ensure a smooth print every time? Here are 3 ways to achieve buttery smooth prints before, during, and after printing.
Mixing custom colors is one offering that many screen printers strive for. Instead of only being able to print spot colors, they can mix any Pantone color the customer wants or their brand calls for. With the FN-INK Mixing System, it’s easy to follow the directions with inks already on the printer’s shelf. One popular color to mix is Warm Gray 1. Here’s how to mix it with the FN-INK Mixing System.
