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Ink bleeding refers to the undesired spreading of ink, causing fuzzy or blurred prints by exceeding the intended boundaries. It can be caused by factors such as excessive ink application, improper screen thread tension, or inadequate squeegee pressure.

Finishing: After curing, the garment may undergo additional finishing processes, such as trimming loose threads or folding, before being packaged and shipped out. Screen printing offers several advantages for apparel:

Printing Over Uneven Surfaces – Screen printing requires a smooth and even surface to apply ink evenly. Any disruption in the surface, such as a loose thread, can create imperfections in the print. Therefore, it is strongly recommended not to print over …

Whether you’re a customer that wants a soft screen print, or a screen printer that wants soft hand prints, here’s how to get softer screen prints. You can get soft screen printed t-shirts (even with plastisol ink) but there are a few things you should know first.

Loose screen mesh will shift during printing, causing the edges of your images to blur. Increase mesh tension, or swap out your sagging screen for a new one, to improve the crispness of your screen print.

When a screen becomes slack or loose on the frame, the wet ink will come into contact more easily with the screen and adhere to the mesh, when released it will leave a rough textured finish on the print.

Jun 20, 2022 · Choking of screens is commonly caused by high viscosity printing paste, inappropriate squeeze blade profile, improper screen cleaning, thickening agent deposition under or over the screens, and frequent printing stoppages.

Apr 7, 2022 · If you’re printing a design with multiple screens and encounter registration issues or blurry edges, check the tension on each screen. One or more of them likely is loose and causing the issue. Imagine printing through mesh made of rubber bands.

Dec 6, 2024 · If the mesh has visible tears, holes, or loose threads, it is time to replace it. A damaged mesh can lead to poor print quality and inconsistent results. When these kinds of damages appear it is best to replace the screen instead of trying to remedy it.