Screen Printing Ink Options
Not sure which ink to choose? Here is how our screen printing options compare. We will recommend the best fit when we quote your order.
Most popular
Plastisol ink
- Bright, opaque colors
- Best for matching exact brand colors (Pantone)
- Slightly thicker feel on the shirt
- Most cost-effective option
- Works on any garment color
Soft feel
Water-based ink
- Softer feel on the shirt
- Higher-end, fashion-forward look
- Recommended for clothing brands
- Best on lighter garments
- Some limits on garment colors and styles
Worn-in look
Vintage print
- Printed without an underbase
- Gives a faded, distressed, worn-in look
How to choose your ink
Choose plastisol if you need bright colors, exact brand color matching or you're printing on dark garments. It's our most popular and most affordable option, and it holds up well wash after wash.
Choose water-based if you want a soft, lightweight print that feels like part of the shirt. It's a favorite for clothing brands and retail merch, and it looks best on lighter colored garments.
Choose a vintage print if you want a faded, worn-in look right out of the box, like a classic band tee.
Not sure? Tell us how the shirts will be used and we'll recommend the right ink when we quote your order.
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Questions? Call (916) 400-0638 or email info@jg.graphics.
