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Мастацтва і навука чарнілаў для шаўкаграфіі: дапаможнік для пачаткоўцаў
Learn how to pick the best silk screen ink. Avoid mistakes. Make cool shirts, posters, and more!
Why Silk Screen Ink Matters
Ці ведаеце вы? The screen printing ink market will grow by 5.2% every year until 2030! People love making custom shirts, posters, and gifts. But picking the wrong ink can waste time and money.
For example:
- Bad ink can crack, fade, or feel scratchy.
- Good ink lasts longer and looks professional.
4 Types of Silk Screen Ink
Pick the right ink for your project:
- Пластызол
- Лепшае для: Bright shirts and hats.
- Good stuff: Stays bright and is easy to use.
- Bad stuff: Not eco-friendly and needs heat to dry.
- Fun fact: Plastisol is used in 48% of projects.
- Чарніла на воднай аснове
- Лепшае для: Soft shirts and eco-friendly projects.
- Good stuff: Feels soft and safe for kids.
- Bad stuff: Takes a long time to dry.
- Разрадныя чарніла
- Лепшае для: Vintage looks on dark shirts.
- Good stuff: Removes dye and feels light.
- Bad stuff: Smells strong and needs practice.
- УФ-отверждаемые чарніла
- Лепшае для: Glass, metal, and phone cases.
- Good stuff: Dries fast with UV light.
- Bad stuff: Costs more and needs a special lamp.
5 Things to Check Before Buying Ink
Ask these questions:
- What are you printing on?
- Бавоўна: Use plastisol or discharge ink.
- Поліэстэр: Avoid plastisol (it cracks).
- Glass or metal: UV-curable works best.
- Does it need to last?
- Wash a lot? Pick plastisol.
- Want softness? Try water-based ink.
- Light or dark fabric?
- Цёмныя кашулі: Use discharge ink.
- Light shirts: Water-based or plastisol.
- How will you dry it?
- Heat press: Plastisol.
- Air dry: Water-based.
- Is it safe?
- Шукаць Оэка-Тэкс або Без ПВХ labels.
- Савет: 70% of pros use Oeko-Tex certified ink for safety.
How to Choose: Simple Steps
Follow this easy guide:
- What are you making?
- Shirt → Fabric ink (plastisol or water-based).
- Mug → UV-curable ink.
- What’s your style?
- Bright colors → Plastisol.
- Soft feel → Water-based.
- What tools do you have?
- No heat press? Use water-based ink.
- UV lamp? Try UV-curable.
Mistake to avoid: 34% of beginners have ink that peels off. Test first!
Top 3 Mistakes (and Fixes)
Не рабі гэтага:
- Plastisol on polyester → Cracks.
- Выправіць: Use water-based ink.
- Skipping test prints → Wastes ink.
- Выправіць: Test on scrap fabric.
- Wrong heat setting → Ink rubs off.
- Выправіць: Use a thermometer.
Тэматычнае даследаванне: A shirt company fixed 90% of misprints by switching to discharge ink on black tees.
Stay Safe and Green
Protect yourself and Earth:
- Wear gloves and a mask with strong inks.
- Open windows or use a fan.
- Eco inks: Choose water-based or PVC-free plastisol.
- Throw away ink at a recycling center.
Fact: 60% of ink waste happens when it’s too thick. Use a Ford Cup to check.
Best Starter Kits Under $100
Start cheap, learn easy:
- Speedball Fabric Kit
- Кошт: $60
- Лепшае для: Water-based shirts.
- VersaCraft Multi-Surface Kit
- Кошт: $85
- Лепшае для: Shirts, wood, and glass.
- Green Galaxy Bundle
- Кошт: $75
- Лепшае для: Eco-friendly projects.
Савет: Water-based ink costs 20% more but saves 35% in waste cleanup.
FAQ
Answers to common questions:
Can I use fabric ink on paper?
No. Use ink made for paper.
How long does ink last?
1–2 years if sealed tight.
Can I mix brands?
No. Stick to one brand.
Best eco ink for dark shirts?
Discharge ink (removes dye naturally).
Start Your First Project!
Памятайце:
- Match ink to your material.
- Test first.
- Stay safe.
Fun challenge: Make a shirt for a friend! Grab a starter kit and try it today.
