{"id":6595,"date":"2025-04-07T03:09:54","date_gmt":"2025-04-07T07:09:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/?p=6595"},"modified":"2025-04-07T03:09:57","modified_gmt":"2025-04-07T07:09:57","slug":"plastisol-ink-for-screen-print-why-choose-plastisol-inks-for-printing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/an\/plastisol-ink-for-screen-print-why-choose-plastisol-inks-for-printing\/","title":{"rendered":"Plastisol Ink for Screen Print: Why Choose Plastisol Inks for Printing?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#plastisol-ink-for-screen-printing-why-choose-plastisol-inks-\">Plastisol Ink for Screen Printing: Why Choose Plastisol Inks?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#what-is-plastisol-ink-\">What Is Plastisol Ink?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#key-facts-\">Key Facts:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#why-choose-plastisol-inks-\">Why Choose Plastisol Inks?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#1-works-perfectly-on-dark-fabrics-\">1.\u00a0Works Perfectly on Dark Fabrics<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#2-lasts-for-years-\">2.\u00a0Lasts for Years<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#3-easy-for-beginners-\">3.\u00a0Easy for Beginners<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#4-bright-colors-and-cool-effects-\">4.\u00a0Bright Colors and Cool Effects<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#5-saves-money-\">5.\u00a0Saves Money<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#plastisol-vs-other-inks\">Plastisol vs. Other Inks<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#myths-about-plastisol-ink\">Myths About Plastisol Ink<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#myth-1-bad-for-the-environment-\">Myth 1:\u00a0Bad for the Environment<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#myth-2-feels-stiff-\">Myth 2:\u00a0Feels Stiff<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#myth-3-can-t-print-small-details-\">Myth 3:\u00a0Can\u2019t Print Small Details<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-use-plastisol-ink\">How to Use Plastisol Ink<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#step-1-cure-it-right-\">Step 1:\u00a0Cure It Right<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-2-layer-like-a-pro-\">Step 2:\u00a0Layer Like a Pro<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-3-store-safely-\">Step 3:\u00a0Store Safely<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#best-plastisol-ink-brands\">Best Plastisol Ink Brands<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faqs\">FAQs<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1743992971182\">Can I Use Plastisol on Polyester?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1743993025363\">Is Plastisol Waterproof?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1743993044760\">How to Throw Away Plastisol?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"plastisol-ink-for-screen-printing-why-choose-plastisol-inks-\">Plastisol Ink for Screen Printing: Why Choose Plastisol Inks?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plastisol ink<\/strong>&nbsp;Water-based ink is a top choice for garment printing.&nbsp;<strong>68% of screen printers<\/strong>. It is&nbsp;<strong>strong<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>easy to use<\/strong>, and works great on&nbsp;<strong>dark fabrics<\/strong>. Let\u2019s explore why plastisol inks are the best for your projects!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-plastisol-ink-\">What Is Plastisol Ink?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plastisol ink<\/strong>&nbsp;is made from&nbsp;<strong>PVC resin<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>plasticizers<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>colors<\/strong>. Unlike other inks, water-based ink has low cure properties.&nbsp;<strong>does not dry in screens<\/strong>&nbsp;and needs&nbsp;<strong>heat (300-330\u00b0F)<\/strong>&nbsp;to cure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-facts-\">Key Facts:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>No water or solvents<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 stays wet until heated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lasts 1-2 years with durable screen printing ink.<\/strong>&nbsp;if stored in a cool, dry place.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Used for&nbsp;<strong>t-shirts<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>hats<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>bags<\/strong>, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-choose-plastisol-inks-\">Why Choose Plastisol Inks?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-works-perfectly-on-dark-fabrics-\">1.&nbsp;<strong>Works Perfectly on Dark Fabrics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Plastisol ink&nbsp;<strong>covers dark fabrics in one layer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Water-based ink is known for its soft hand feel.<\/strong>&nbsp;needs 2-3 layers to look bright.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Example: A printing company saved&nbsp;<strong>25% time<\/strong>&nbsp;by switching to plastisol (<em>Ryonet Case Study<\/em>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-lasts-for-years-\">2.&nbsp;<strong>Lasts for Years<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Plastisol ink stays bright even after&nbsp;<strong>50+ washes<\/strong>&nbsp;(<em>Wilflex Report highlights the benefits of using low cure plastisol ink.<\/em>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Water-based ink<\/strong>&nbsp;fades after 30 washes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great for&nbsp;<strong>sports jerseys<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>work uniforms<\/strong>, or&nbsp;<strong>clothes you wash often<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-easy-for-beginners-\">3.&nbsp;<strong>Easy for Beginners<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>No clogging<\/strong>: Plastisol stays wet in screens for hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Forgives mistakes<\/strong>: Works even if the curing process isn\u2019t perfect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-bright-colors-and-cool-effects-\">4.&nbsp;<strong>Bright Colors and Cool Effects<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use plastisol for&nbsp;<strong>glow-in-the-dark<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>metallic<\/strong>, or&nbsp;<strong>3D prints<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>30% more customers<\/strong>&nbsp;love textured designs (<em>FN Ink Study<\/em>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-saves-money-\">5.&nbsp;<strong>Saves Money<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Costs&nbsp;<strong>$0.12 per print<\/strong>&nbsp;vs.&nbsp;<strong>$0.18<\/strong>&nbsp;for other inks (<em>International Coatings<\/em>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Less waste<\/strong>: No need to clean screens as often.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"504\" height=\"861\" src=\"https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/81498c92314de73fac79ec9c157d8ad.png\" alt=\"Plastisol Inks\" class=\"wp-image-6599\" title=\"plastisol inks\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/81498c92314de73fac79ec9c157d8ad.png 504w, https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/81498c92314de73fac79ec9c157d8ad-176x300.png 176w, https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/81498c92314de73fac79ec9c157d8ad-7x12.png 7w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 504px) 100vw, 504px\" \/><figcaption>plastisol inks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"plastisol-vs-other-inks\">Plastisol vs. Other Inks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plastisol ink<\/strong>&nbsp;beats other inks in key areas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Works on Dark Fabrics<\/strong>: \u2705 Yes (others need extra layers).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Durability<\/strong>: \u2705 50+ washes (others fade faster).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ease of Use<\/strong>: \u2705 Easy for beginners (others are tricky) when using water base ink.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost<\/strong>: \u2705 $0.12 per print (others cost more).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Choose plastisol<\/strong>&nbsp;for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dark shirts<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long-lasting prints<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quick, cheap projects<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"myths-about-plastisol-ink\">Myths About Plastisol Ink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"myth-1-bad-for-the-environment-\">Myth 1:&nbsp;<strong>Bad for the Environment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Truth<\/strong>:&nbsp;<strong>45% of printers<\/strong>&nbsp;now use&nbsp;<strong>phthalate-free plastisol<\/strong>&nbsp;(<em>SPESA Survey<\/em>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"myth-2-feels-stiff-\">Myth 2:&nbsp;<strong>Feels Stiff<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fix<\/strong>: Add&nbsp;<strong>soft-hand additives<\/strong>&nbsp;or use&nbsp;<strong>Thin layers of screen printing ink can create vibrant designs.<\/strong>&nbsp;for a comfy feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"myth-3-can-t-print-small-details-\">Myth 3:&nbsp;<strong>Can\u2019t Print Small Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fix<\/strong>: Use opaque ink type for better coverage.&nbsp;<strong>high-mesh screens (200+)<\/strong>&nbsp;for sharp lines and tiny text.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-use-plastisol-ink\">How to Use Plastisol Ink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-1-cure-it-right-\">Step 1:&nbsp;<strong>Cure It Right<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heat to&nbsp;<strong>320\u00b0F for 60-90 seconds<\/strong>&nbsp;(<em>Nebraska Study<\/em>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Too little heat = cracks. Too much = yellowing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-2-layer-like-a-pro-\">Step 2:&nbsp;<strong>Layer Like a Pro<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Print a soft hand finish using water base ink.&nbsp;<strong>white underbase<\/strong>&nbsp;first for bright colors on dark fabrics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add&nbsp;<strong>puff additives<\/strong>&nbsp;for&nbsp;<strong>3D effects<\/strong>&nbsp;that customers love.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-3-store-safely-\">Step 3:&nbsp;<strong>Store Safely<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep in&nbsp;<strong>airtight jars<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lasts&nbsp;<strong>1-2 years<\/strong>&nbsp;if unopened.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"428\" height=\"505\" src=\"https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/377cae428352b7bd7c98d5a2a3a2a5b-1.png\" alt=\"plastisol inks\" class=\"wp-image-6601\" title=\"plastisol inks\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/377cae428352b7bd7c98d5a2a3a2a5b-1.png 428w, https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/377cae428352b7bd7c98d5a2a3a2a5b-1-254x300.png 254w, https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/377cae428352b7bd7c98d5a2a3a2a5b-1-10x12.png 10w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 428px) 100vw, 428px\" \/><figcaption>plastisol inks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"best-plastisol-ink-brands\">Best Plastisol Ink Brands<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Wilflex<\/strong>: Best for bright colors (<em>Epic Series<\/em>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Union Ink<\/strong>: Cheap and great for neon colors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>FN Ink<\/strong>: Soft feel and phthalate-free.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rutland<\/strong>: Perfect for thick, 3D prints.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list\">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1743992971182\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">Can I Use Plastisol on Polyester?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p> Yes! Use\u00a0<strong>low-bleed additives<\/strong>\u00a0to stop dye stains.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1743993025363\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">Is Plastisol Waterproof?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p> Yes! Ideal for\u00a0<strong>rain jackets<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>hats<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1743993044760\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">How to Throw Away Plastisol?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p> Follow\u00a0<strong>local rules<\/strong>. Never pour down drains (<em>PRINTING United Alliance<\/em>).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"q-can-i-use-plastisol-on-polyester-\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plastisol ink<\/strong>&nbsp;is the&nbsp;<strong>best choice<\/strong>&nbsp;for&nbsp;<strong>bright<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>long-lasting prints<\/strong>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<strong>dark fabrics<\/strong>. It\u2019s&nbsp;<strong>easy to use<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>cheap<\/strong>Print plastisol ink is perfect for big orders, and it lasts longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Try plastisol today<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 your next print project will look amazing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Plastisol Ink for Screen Printing: Why Choose Plastisol Inks? Plastisol ink&nbsp;Water-based ink is a top choice for garment printing.&nbsp;68% of screen printers. It is&nbsp;strong,&nbsp;easy to use, and works great on&nbsp;dark fabrics. Let\u2019s explore why plastisol inks are the best for your projects! What Is Plastisol Ink? Plastisol ink&nbsp;is made from&nbsp;PVC resin,&nbsp;plasticizers, and&nbsp;colors. 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