Screen Printing Vancouver

Screen printing is a method where ink is pushed through a mesh screen onto fabric. It’s popular because it creates bold, high-coverage prints that stay consistent across large quantities.

Screen printing is especially cost-effective and reliable when you need the same logo or design printed on many garments.

Screen printing works best for:

• logos
• bold graphics
• designs with solid colour areas
• artwork with clean edges and clear shapes

If a design includes too many small gradients or photo-like detail, it may require a different print method. For screen printing, clean, simplified artwork delivers the best results.

Screen printing can handle multiple colours, but each colour requires a separate ink layer (and typically a separate screen).

Simple designs with fewer colours are faster to produce and usually more cost-effective, while multi-colour designs require more setup.

Screen printing is known for its bold, clean appearance and strong ink coverage. On the right garment, it can look very premium, especially for logos and team apparel.

It’s also one of the most consistent methods for printing large runs with uniform results.

Yes. Screen printing is one of the most durable printing methods when done correctly. The ink sits securely on the fabric and holds up well through regular washing. Longevity also depends on:

• ink type
• fabric type
• proper curing
• correct washing habits

We focus on clean curing and consistent ink application to ensure long-lasting results

Plastisol ink sits on top of the fabric and produces bold, vibrant prints with excellent durability.

Water-based ink absorbs into the garment more and creates a softer feel (especially on cotton), giving a more “vintage” or natural look. The best option depends on your garment type and the look you want.

Screen printing works well on many garment types, including:

• T-shirts
• hoodies
• crewnecks
• long sleeve shirts
• sweatshirts
• tote bags and fabric items (on request)

The best results depend on the material blend and fabric texture.

Yes. Dark garments often require an underbase layer (usually white ink) to keep colours bold and accurate. This ensures the design doesn’t look faded or dull on dark fabrics.

We can match colours closely, and for many business logos we can follow consistent colour guidelines across orders.

If you have specific brand colour requirements, share your reference files (or Pantone details if available) so we can align the final output as closely as possible.

Common placements include:

• left chest logo
• full front print
• full back print
• sleeve print
• multiple placements on one garment

Placement affects the overall design layout and can impact production time and pricing, especially for multiple print areas.

Screen printing involves setup work before production begins (including screens and ink configuration). That’s why pricing is influenced by:

• quantity
• number of ink colours
• print size
• number of placements

For larger orders, screen printing becomes very cost-efficient per shirt because the setup cost is spread across more garments.

Screen printing is best suited for bulk orders because of its setup process.

Some smaller runs may still be possible depending on the design, but for cost efficiency and production value, screen printing performs best at higher quantities.

The best files for screen printing are:

• AI / EPS vector files (ideal for logos)
• high-quality PDF
• high-resolution PNG (if clean and print-ready)

If possible, avoid low-resolution screenshots or compressed images, because they can reduce print sharpness or require extra setup work.

Yes. For screen printing orders, we provide a proof showing layout and placement. This ensures you can confirm:

• size and positioning
• design orientation
• print location(s)

Proof approval helps prevent mistakes and ensures the final results match expectations.

Yes. We can apply the same design across different garment types as part of the same order (for example: tees, hoodies, crewnecks). We’ll confirm sizing and placement so the design looks balanced on each garment.