Screen printed transfers are screen-prints onto release paper, with the inks subsequently transferred onto the destination textile, plastic, or non-woven fabric when hotThe application of the transfer is carried out with a heat-press which maintains the correct temperature for the transfer.
The Advantages Of Screen-Printed Transfers
Assuring durable print quality : Screen-printed transfers are THE ideal solution for a durable result, unlike digital transfers that tend to degrade with repetitive washing. Indeed, our screen-printed transfers maintain their properties, even after many machine washes.
Fine details : it is perfectly suited to printing technical artwork, drawings, photos, as single colour or multicolour transfers.
No additional cutting-out : our printing technique requires no cutting-out of the transfers, only the ink is transferred across. Edges are crisp and the transfers arrive ready to apply. No trimming needed !
Usage appropriate for difficult materials : Screen-printed transfers are compatible with difficult supports such as weatherproofs, umbrellas, luggage... Application can be adapted to the support.
An economical benefit : Screen-printed transfer are financially appealing, especially for images that require several colours or photographique illustrations. No need for ink stocks, financial investment, machinery maintenance, consumables, hence no extra costs! You only spend when you sell! It is ideal for advertising campaigns and for promotional products.
Applying A Screen-Printed Transfer With A Heat-Press
We recommend a heat press that you can change the temperature, and that reaches a max of 500 degree, there are hundreds of heat presses to choose from the heat press listed below is what we use personally for our garments.
Set Heat Press to 325-350 depending on your press. Start with a lower temp and increase if needed. Pre-Press the shirt/material to remove moisture. Center transfer on shirt/material and press for 5-7 seconds. Hot peel gently; if transfer has issues sticking, press for 2-3 more seconds.
Soft/High Heat Transfers: Set heat press to 350-375, set pressure to 60 PSI and press for 7 seconds. Hot peel gently; if transfer has issues sticking, press for 2-3 more seconds.
SCREEN PRINTS REQUIRE HEAVY PRESSURE. IT SHOULD BE SO HEAVY THAT IT IS HARD FOR YOU TO OPEN THE PRESS. YOU MUST HAVE A HEAT PRESS! THESE WILL NOT WORK WITH A HOME IRON OR EASY PRESS.
Do not use teflon or any kind of paper to cover the transfers. Screen prints do not require this.
