{"id":6735,"date":"2025-04-17T04:24:04","date_gmt":"2025-04-17T08:24:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/?p=6735"},"modified":"2025-04-17T04:34:39","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T08:34:39","slug":"elastic-plastisol-ink-for-screen-print-stretch-additive-supply","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/en_gb\/elastic-plastisol-ink-for-screen-print-stretch-additive-supply\/","title":{"rendered":"Elastic Plastisol Ink for Screen Print &#8211; Stretch Additive Supply"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#elastic-plastisol-ink-guide-making-stretch-prints-that-last\">Elastic Plastisol Ink Guide: Making Stretch Prints That Last<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#what-you-need-to-know\">What You Need to Know<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#the-big-problem-with-regular-ink\">The Big Problem With Regular Ink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-are-stretch-additives-\">What Are Stretch Additives?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#top-stretch-additive-brands\">Top Stretch Additive Brands<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-mix-your-ink\">How to Mix Your Ink<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#tips-for-good-mixing\">Tips for Good Mixing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#making-sure-your-print-works\">Making Sure Your Print Works<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#common-problems-and-fixes\">Common Problems and Fixes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#where-to-buy-good-additives\">Where to Buy Good Additives<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#smart-shopping-tips\">Smart Shopping Tips<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#new-and-cool-stuff\">New and Cool Stuff<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#quick-help-guide\">Quick Help Guide<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#last-tips\">Last Tips<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"elastic-plastisol-ink-guide-making-stretch-prints-that-last\">Elastic Plastisol Ink Guide: Making Stretch Prints That Last<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-you-need-to-know\">What You Need to Know<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hi there!<\/strong>&nbsp;If your prints crack when people stretch their shirts, this guide will help. We&#8217;ll show you how to make prints that stretch and stay nice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-big-problem-with-regular-ink\">The Big Problem With Regular Ink<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Regular ink is too stiff. When someone stretches their shirt, the ink breaks. This happens a lot with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gym clothes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dance wear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swim suits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yoga pants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-stretch-additives-\">What Are Stretch Additives?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stretch additives<\/strong>&nbsp;are special helpers that make ink flexible. They are like magic sauce for your ink! Mix them in and your prints will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stretch without breaking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Last longer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feel soft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look better<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"756\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/43a4a2222b76feabe423229c96e6852.png\" alt=\"Elastic Plastisol\" class=\"wp-image-6753\" title=\"plastisol inks\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/43a4a2222b76feabe423229c96e6852.png 756w, https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/43a4a2222b76feabe423229c96e6852-300x250.png 300w, https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/43a4a2222b76feabe423229c96e6852-14x12.png 14w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 756px) 100vw, 756px\" \/><figcaption>plastisol inks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"top-stretch-additive-brands\">Top Stretch Additive Brands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a simple list of good brands to try:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Brand<\/th><th>What It&#8217;s Best For<\/th><th>Cost<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Wilflex<\/td><td>Sports clothes<\/td><td>$$$<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MagnaColours<\/td><td>Earth-friendly<\/td><td>$$$$<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>FN Ink<\/td><td>Saving money<\/td><td>$$<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-mix-your-ink\">How to Mix Your Ink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Follow these easy steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get your regular ink<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add 5-15% stretch additive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mix well<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Test on a small piece of cloth<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips-for-good-mixing\">Tips for Good Mixing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a clean mixer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mix slowly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check that all lumps are gone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"making-sure-your-print-works\">Making Sure Your Print Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Test your print by:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stretching it hard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Washing it 5 times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Checking for cracks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Looking at the edges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"440\" height=\"484\" src=\"https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/da14e0cce93a057c82f57118d7b6c79.png\" alt=\"Elastic Plastisol\" class=\"wp-image-6751\" title=\"plastisol inks\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/da14e0cce93a057c82f57118d7b6c79.png 440w, https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/da14e0cce93a057c82f57118d7b6c79-273x300.png 273w, https:\/\/plastisol-inks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/da14e0cce93a057c82f57118d7b6c79-11x12.png 11w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 440px) 100vw, 440px\" \/><figcaption>plastisol inks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"common-problems-and-fixes\">Common Problems and Fixes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your print:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Feels sticky \u2192 Heat less<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cracks \u2192 Add more additive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bleeds \u2192 Use finer mesh<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-to-buy-good-additives\">Where to Buy Good Additives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can get stretch additives from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Big ink makers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Screen print shops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Online stores<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"smart-shopping-tips\">Smart Shopping Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Buy small test amounts first<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask for free samples<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check shipping costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"new-and-cool-stuff\">New and Cool Stuff<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Coming soon:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Earth-friendly additives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-fixing inks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Better stretch power<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"quick-help-guide\">Quick Help Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If prints crack:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add more additive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heat just right<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use right mesh size<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Test before big jobs<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"last-tips\">Last Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep ink in air-tight jars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mix fresh batches often<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Label everything clearly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Test on scrap fabric<\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Elastic Plastisol Ink Guide: Making Stretch Prints That Last What You Need to Know Hi there!&nbsp;If your prints crack when people stretch their shirts, this guide will help. We&#8217;ll show you how to make prints that stretch and stay nice. The Big Problem With Regular Ink Regular ink is too stiff. 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