A lot of people wear T-shirts. According to Blue Cotton, more than two billion of them are sold around the world. Some of them are solid colors, while others may have unique designs or logos on them. There are various ways to get those on there. Some businesses use inkjet printers to print right on the fabric, while others use a process called screen printing. This is a process our team at House of Apparel offers expertise in! Here's everything you need to know about this unique process.

History

To learn about the history of screen printing, we need to go back to around 960 AD when the Song Dynasty ruled China. Individuals used it to transfer designs onto fabric, and Japan was the first to do it in a way that we recognize now, according to the Library of Congress. While the technique bounced around Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries, it wasn't until the 19th when it really gained traction. During the 20th century, the first ways of mass-producing it were created.

Uses

Originally, screen printing was used to create wallpaper, fabrics, and even advertising. Currently, artists prefer to use it to on T-shirts, DVDs, paper, glass, wood, and metal. As you can see, it has a lot of uses. The late Andy Warhol was an enthusiastic fan of using this process, according to The Andy Warhol Museum.

How it Works

To screen print, an artist puts a piece of metal on top of a stenciled fabric. A mesh is put on top of the fabric, and ink is pushed through. The result is that the ink forms the image on the fabric. Consumers like it since the ink is thicker and lasts longer, and the colors tend to stay bright for longer. The results tend to be much more vibrant overall!

Durability

People like using this method for things like T-shirts since the results are extremely durable. You can wash the shirt repeatedly, leave it out in the sun, and even do physical activities with it on. It'll last a long time. Also, if you place a bulk order for screen printed T-shirts, this method pays for itself in a short amount of time. There is also unlimited customization available, so you can use it for all kinds of items, including shirts and hats.

Across Industries

Screen printed T-shirts and other apparel can be used across a wide range of industries. Whether you work at a non-profit, a security company, a school, or a corporate business, such apparel can be helpful. Wear company T-shirts to a corporate picnic, advertise non-profit services by wearing screen printed hats to a fundraiser, or show school pride with specially designed T-shirts for spirit week. Screen printed T-shirts make ideal company gifts, uniforms, and more.

Screen printed T-shirts are also ideal for sports leagues. Whether you run your child's local soccer team for 10-year-olds or you're part of a casual kickball league, special ordered T-shirts ensure everyone feels included and part of a team! Plus, they make for excellent keepsakes.

Custom Jobs

Here at House of Apparel, we enjoy a challenge, so we often take custom orders for screen printed T-shirts! We can use one color to 10 color prints, and we also offer side printing, sleeve printing, custom tag printing, over-the-seam printing, metallic inks, and more. We take great pride in our workmanship, so rest assured your custom-ordered apparel will look spectacular. We offer fast turnaround times, as most orders are shipped within seven to 10 business days. The quality is always 100% assured, too.

Various High-Quality Brands

When it comes to screen printing, you need the custom apparel to be high-quality. That's why we carry apparel to screen print from top brands like Adidas, Alternative Apparel, American Apparel, Anvil, Carhartt, Columbia, Dri-Duck, Gildan, Hanes, Jerzees, Nike, Red Kap, and Wrangler. We carry T-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, hoodies, and more.

Since 1985, we've been creating custom clothing for a variety of businesses and customers. We offer screen printing, DGT printing, embroidery, and many more services to represent your league, company, or something else. To learn more about our high-quality services, contact our team at House of Apparel. We're eager to work with you soon!