What is the difference between Screen Printing, Digital Direct-to-Garment Printing, and Dye-Sublimation printing?

What is the difference between Screen Printing, Digital Direct-to-Garment Printing, and Dye-Sublimation printing?

Screen Printing is our specialty, but it is one of many options available. Each method has its own advantages, with Screen Printing being the most versatile.

 

Screen Printing is the process of passing ink through a mesh stencil onto t-shirts, other garments, and consumer goods like circuit boards, ceramics, and tons more

 

Direct-to-Garment is a digital printer, that prints directly onto the fabric. Also known as ‘DTG’. Since it’s like a typical home printer, it can output multiple colours and photographs right onto a t-shirt.

 

Dye-Sublimation Printing is the process of printing onto a special heat-transfer paper, and transferring it onto the fabric with heat and pressure.

 

Screen Printing is a versatile process and automatic presses are capable of producing hundreds of prints per hour. When you think you’ll need 12+ of the same design, then Screen Printing will be your best bet for quality, versatile garment choices, and economical pricing.

 

Check out our blog post for a full rundown: Screen Printing vs. Direct-to-Garment and Dye Sublimation: What are the Pros & Cons?

 

Still having trouble deciding? When our Screen Printing Services aren’t the best solution for your project we will always be happy to recommend a local shop that can meet your needs, when available. Get in touch today!