http://www.t-shirtforums.com Discuss the various aspects of screen printing. Inks, speciality printing, print locations, durability, etc. en Thu, 09 Sep 2010 06:59:04 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.t-shirtforums.com/styles/tf/misc/rss.jpg http://www.t-shirtforums.com http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128959.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 05:25:59 GMT I've never printed sweatshirts before. Is there anything I should know about them? I'm aiming to print the hoodie sweatshirts with the single pocket near the bottom (no zipper).

Im worried about the pocket or the hood getting in the way. Is there a platen i can buy for this sort of thing? Or would it be better to try using cardboard of something to make a sink for it?

I know theres a bit of a difference with the off contact and the curing time for sweatshirts but i don't know how different. (My flash drier usually takes about 35-40 seconds to cure a cotton tshirt if that info helps at all)

thanks for any help! ]]> Screen Printing frolical http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128959.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128957.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 05:15:14 GMT Hello tshirt forums, forgive me for my newbieness! My 100% cotton shirts have faded designs after a wash or two! I cured it for about 35-40 seconds, when i pull it off its either ready to smoke or barely smoking. I searched a bit before posting so i think i have a general idea of why it would... Hello tshirt forums, forgive me for my newbieness!

My 100% cotton shirts have faded designs after a wash or two! I cured it for about 35-40 seconds, when i pull it off its either ready to smoke or barely smoking. I searched a bit before posting so i think i have a general idea of why it would fade, but i thought that smoking would be a sign that it will scorch soon?

The design is actually pretty large so it "fits" the size of my flash drier, and since it's only faded around the edges, could it be that it's not curing properly on the sides?

If this is the case, would curing half and half work? Like cure half the design, then shift it over and cure the other side? Im worried about scorching. Just how much does it take to get a shirt to scorch?


Thanks for any advice. ]]> Screen Printing frolical http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128957.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128941.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:38:53 GMT We'll be there! Look for Fifth Gear Graphix!!! See you there!! ]]> Screen Printing MotoMobInd http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128941.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128929.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:49:05 GMT Hello everyone! I recently wanted to get back into making t-shirts. In the past I have utilized heat transfer presses and using Laser-One opaque with some moderate results. I am looking to get more advanced with my production as this is a new side business venture I want to get into. I am... Hello everyone! I recently wanted to get back into making t-shirts. In the past I have utilized heat transfer presses and using Laser-One opaque with some moderate results. I am looking to get more advanced with my production as this is a new side business venture I want to get into.

I am wondering it is cost efficient to purchase a new screen printing machine for my new business. The only I am currently looking at is the 6/4 Win Series from Riley Hopkin. I currently am just starting out so I have to build up my customer base. I have very little experience with screen printing but I get the general flow of how the machine operates after reading and watching video tutorials.

I also wanted to utilize plastoils as well and I know that the screen printing machine goes hand in hand with this technique. I am definitely going to be purchasing a heat transfer press as I wanted to try out this new JPSS paper that seems to be receiving rave reviews, I just want to know if it would be viable to purchase a screen printing machine.

The budget I set aside for this side business is $4,000 as it is something for me to do when I am not at my full time job. I want to be able to create quality designer t-shirts but at the same time still able to handle larger quantity orders as well. If you were in my shoes, what would you do?

Thank you very much for your time! And I look forward to hearing your input. ]]> Screen Printing ip96 http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128929.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128903.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:15:09 GMT I apologize beforehand if this question has been beat in the ground but I searched and couldn't find any updated posts.
I am just getting started in the screen printing business, and was wondering if there was a fairly simple inexpensive software on the market to quote prices. What software are you using, or how are you pricing your jobs? Any info on this subject will be helpful.
Thanks ]]> Screen Printing tkbdesigns http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128903.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128896.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 18:11:23 GMT I keep trying to expose a very detailed illustration on my screen but, it doesn't do too well. the emulsion doesn't wash away easy enough.

I think I may need to use semi-transparent paper to print my image on. I have been using completely clear acetate sheets. but it seems everyone else is using vellum or tracing paper. What should i do? and could the type of paper effect my image detail on emulsion?

Thanks in advanced for any comments ]]> Screen Printing Savant23 http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128896.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128867.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 14:05:19 GMT Hello I got a question I been messing with retention Newman frames, I bought some Chinese mesh from eBay 305 and 230 mesh , I stretched the screen to 25 newtons then 2 hrs later it dropped to 15 then I retensioned it to 30 then a few hrs later it dropped to 22 newtons I again retensioned it a 3rd... Hello I got a question I been messing with retention Newman frames, I bought some Chinese mesh from eBay 305 and 230 mesh , I stretched the screen to 25 newtons then 2 hrs later it dropped to 15 then I retensioned it to 30 then a few hrs later it dropped to 22 newtons I again retensioned it a 3rd time to 30 then coated it with emulsion and the tension dropped again. Is this normal? Or is it just the cheap eBay mesh? I'm on my 4th restreatch and it doesn't seem to be leveling out towards work hardening . Thanks albie ]]> Screen Printing Albie1 http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128867.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128856.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 10:05:39 GMT 1.I readed that for screens between 230-305 and higher I must use proces inks or reduce the "cheeper" plastizol ink.What would be the best choice?Because I want have a thin print.

2.For haltones and vector prints can I use 230 mesh?.Or will be better 305 mesh for halftones and 230 or smaller for vector?

3.And what is the best working resolution?Because some recommend 300 dpi some 200 dpi.

My vector image


Halftone image:

]]> Screen Printing Biolek http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128856.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128854.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 09:43:14 GMT I'm sure to find diverse opinions on that subject and I understand both systems have their limitations. However I would like to hear an explanation that justify your opinion.

I'm learning and I have to confess I got pretty confused. I will end buying both systems but for starting what would be the most indicated, screen print or heat press? and why? ]]> Screen Printing cleos http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128854.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128853.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 08:38:45 GMT Hi Guys, can anybody point me in the direction of a UK supplier of curable reducer for plastisol? Any help appreciated Dave Hi Guys,

can anybody point me in the direction of a UK supplier of curable reducer for plastisol?

Any help appreciated

Dave ]]> Screen Printing WayOut http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128853.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128834.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 04:44:00 GMT Where should I look to see the zoning laws for screen printing? I don't really even know what I'm looking for exactly.

I guess it's the disposal of the chemicals? Just that right?

We r finally losing our house in just 2 months so I gotta know this when we look for a house to rent. Thanks.


Sent from my iPhone using TShirtForums ]]> Screen Printing kc6789 http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128834.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128829.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 03:22:20 GMT I have a color, R186 G32 B39 and I'm attempting to find its equivalent in Pantone PMS colors?

Is that something that can be done? Or are PMS more subjective when coming from RGB?

Thanks:confused: ]]> Screen Printing EMBDenton http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128829.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128807.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 01:03:26 GMT I made my own platen and use vinyl as emulsion. My prints come out smeared, textured and thick. I have used speedball and vesatex ink but neither seem to help. I am using a 110 mesh 20"-24" screen. A 16 inch 65 durometer squeegee.

After researching, I think my off contact and the big squeegee is problem but i am not sure. In a lot of the videos i see their ink looks much thicker than mine also.

Please help,
Chandler ]]> Screen Printing RoboChan http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128807.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128766.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:02:37 GMT Does anybody have any advice as to what to say to a customer when they request a sample shirt? I have recently been plagued with this question a lot more lately. We usually do samples when there is an significant amount of shirts being bought. However as you all know, there is set-up for the sceeen... Does anybody have any advice as to what to say to a customer when they request a sample shirt? I have recently been plagued with this question a lot more lately. We usually do samples when there is an significant amount of shirts being bought. However as you all know, there is set-up for the sceeen press. So if a customer wants to see their logo which could be like a 5 color front with a four color back and only wants 100 shirts. What are you susposed to say to something like that?? I mean, I understand where they are coming from in wanting to see a finished product and all but that is just so much work to be done for just one shirt........


Please Help!! AHHHHH!!!! ]]> Screen Printing 100percentcotton http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128766.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128758.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:38:24 GMT Hi.

Question to screen printers out there. What's the best parchment to print negatives on? We use UV Ultra II Translucent paper, but we're having problems lining up the art (the paper shrinks a bit for heavy art). We have a laserjet printer. I know people recommended Inkjet, but it's not cost effective.

Advice appreciated. Thanks. ]]> Screen Printing Tamashii http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128758.html