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Close-up of a screen printer applying ink to a custom t-shirt at The Colour Cartel

Screen Printing for Custom Apparel

Screen printing is a tried-and-true method for producing vibrant, long-lasting prints on custom apparel, clothing and branded merch. At The Colour Cartel, we help you turn your designs into high-quality apparel and merch using this versatile technique, ideal for t-shirts, hoodies, workwear, accessories and more.

Known for bold, opaque colours and durable results, screen printing has been around for centuries and for good reason. It is perfect for designs with solid areas of colour, sharp details and multi-colour layering.

How Screen Printing Works

Screen printing is a hands-on process that delivers consistent, high-quality results on a wide range of garments. It’s probably the most well known print method, largely because it’s been around for a really, really long time. We’re talking since the year 960 AD. Here is how it works:

Screen printing mesh screens being prepared for a multi-colour design on custom apparel

Preparing the Screens

Each colour in your design requires its own mesh stencil or ‘screen’. This means if your design has three colours, we’ll create three screens.

Screen Printing Ink at The Colour Cartel

Applying the Ink

The screens are placed on the garment, and ink is pulled evenly across the mesh using a squeegee. This transfers the design onto the fabric, layer by layer for multi-colour artwork.

Custom singlets being heat-cured after screen printing to bond the ink and ensure long-lasting prints

Curing the Print

Once each colour is applied, the garment is dried and cured with heat. This bonds the ink to the fabric for a durable, long-lasting print.

Finished screen-printed t-shirt showing bold, vibrant colours, printed at The Colour Cartel

Finished Garment

The result is a bold, high-quality print that withstands repeated wear and washing, keeping your apparel or merch looking fresh.

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Screen Printing for Apparel, Clothing & Branded Merch

Screen printing works on a wide variety of garments and products, including:

  • T-shirts, long sleeves and hoodies
  • Crew necks, jumpers and workwear
  • Tote bags and fabric accessories
  • Promotional clothing and branded merchandise

It is the go-to option for businesses, brands, events and creators who want bold, eye-catching designs with excellent longevity.

With our Volume Discounts, Screen printing is especially cost-effective for larger runs, making it ideal for bulk orders, company apparel, event merch and branded giveaways.

About Volume Discounts

Why Choose Screen Printing

Vibrant, Bold Colours

Screen printing creates thick, opaque ink layers that make designs stand out. It is ideal for logos, graphics and solid-colour artwork.

Durable Prints

Cured at high temperatures, screen-printed designs resist cracking and fading, maintaining colour and vibrancy wash after wash.

Fabric Versatility

Works well on cotton, polyester and blended fabrics, making it suitable for a wide range of clothing and merch products.

Multi-Colour & Layering

Screen printing allows multiple colours to be layered, creating complex, eye-catching designs with sharp details.

Cost-Effective for Bulk Orders

While screen printing has minimum order requirements, it becomes more affordable for larger runs, especially for designs with solid colours.

Perfect for Everyday Wear

From casual tees to workwear, screen-printed garments handle frequent washing and wear without losing quality.

Customise Apparel & Accessories

Thinking about screen printing for your next order?

Reach out and we’ll show you how screen printing can be a cost-effective solution for your custom apparel and branded merchandise.

Already know it’s the right method? Simply choose screen printing when placing your order online!

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A returning customer over the years and without a doubt will be for the future as well! Daniel and his team are incredible! Their products are high quality, they deliver quickly on their orders and no job has ever been too difficult for them to do! Thank you TCC for your services! Could not recommend you enough, absolute legends!

Andriana O