Screen Print: Your Complete Guide to Screen Printing Supplies

Εισαγωγή

Hi! I’m here to help you learn all about μεταξοτυπία. This fun way to make t-shirts and other cool stuff isn’t hard when you know what to do. Let’s start with the basics and work our way up!

Getting Started with Screen Printing

Τι είναι η μεταξοτυπία;

Screen printing puts ink on things through a mesh screen. It’s like making a stamp, but better! You can print on:

• μπλουζάκια
• Hoodies
• Paper
• Wood
• Μέταλλο
• Glass

Basic Supplies You Need

1. Screens and Mesh
2. Wood or metal frames
3. Different mesh counts:

• 110 for thick ink
• 156 for regular shirts
• 230+ for fine details

1. Inks
2. Μελάνι Plastisol – great for shirts
3. Μελάνι με βάση το νερό – eco-friendly
4. Discharge ink – for dark fabrics

Επαγγελματική συμβουλή: Check out our premium plastisol inks for professional results.

Essential Equipment

Printing Tools

1. Μάκτρα
2. Different sizes needed
3. Durometer (hardness) matters
4. Keep them clean
5. Emulsion Items
6. Photo emulsion
7. Scoop coater
8. Exposure unit

Setup Equipment

1. Printing Press
2. Single color to start
3. Multi-color when ready
4. Table clamps
5. Drying Equipment
6. Heat gun
7. Στεγνωτήρας flash
8. Μεταφορικό στεγνωτήριο

Choosing the Right Supplies

For T-Shirt Printing

1. Mesh Selection
2. 156-200 most common
3. Lower for white ink
4. Higher for details
5. Ink Choices
6. Plastisol (76% prefer)
7. Water-based options
8. Special effects inks

For Art Prints

1. Fine Detail Work
2. 230+ mesh count
3. Μελάνες με βάση το νερό
4. Good registration

Προηγμένος εξοπλισμός

Διαχωρισμός χρώματος

1. CMYK Process
2. Four-color printing
3. Halftone dots
4. Color matching
5. Special Effects
6. Glitter inks
7. Puff inks
8. Metallic finishes

Cost Saving Tips

Smart Shopping

1. Clean screens (40% savings)
2. Bulk ink purchases
3. Equipment maintenance
4. DIY where possible

Efficiency Tips

1. Plan print runs
2. Mix custom colors
3. Save unused ink
4. Reclaim screens

Οδηγός αντιμετώπισης προβλημάτων

Κοινά Προβλήματα

1. Ink Issues
2. Bleeding
3. Not covering
4. Drying in screen
5. Emulsion Problems
6. Won’t wash out
7. Breaks down
8. Under exposure

Περιβαλλοντικές εκτιμήσεις

Επιλογές φιλικές προς το περιβάλλον

1. Water-Based Inks
2. 22% yearly growth
3. Less pollution
4. Better feel
5. Energy Saving
6. LED exposure units
7. Solar power options
8. Efficient dryers

Future Trends

Industry Development

1. Digital Integration
2. Hybrid systems
3. Automation
4. Color matching
5. Sustainable Practices
6. Eco inks
7. Ανακύκλωση
8. Water reduction

Resources and Learning

Getting Help

1. Online Communities
2. Local Classes
3. Supplier Support

Practice Projects

1. Simple Designs
2. Color Tests
3. Ειδικά εφέ

Maintenance Tips

Daily Care

1. Clean Screens
2. Check Equipment
3. Organize Supplies

Monthly Tasks

1. Deep Clean
2. Equipment Check
3. Supply Inventory