{"id":254,"title":"Screen Printing vs. Digital Printing: What's The Best Method For Your Business","description":"In this blog we will discuss the differences between screen and digital printing so that, depending on what you need from your order, you can decide which print method is right for you.","content":"

Are you looking to bring your unique designs to life on high-quality custom apparel? Look no further. At Teemill, we're your one-stop destination for professional-grade custom-printed products that not only boast exceptional quality but also align with sustainability values. Our commitment to being environmentally conscious extends to our certified organic materials, low-impact inks, and renewable energy-powered factories. Whether your order calls for a single tee or a massive run of one hundred thousand, we've got you covered. Let us guide you through the differences between screen printing and digital printing to discover the best print method for your custom order.<\/p>

\"DigitallyDigital Printing: Vibrancy In Every Thread<\/h3>

When it comes to smaller quantities, diverse designs, or individual samples, our digital or direct-to-garment (DTG) printing<\/u><\/a> method comes out on top.<\/p>

Our state-of-the-art digital printers are able to print in full vibrant colour, improving the finish of your artwork and showing it off in full multi-colour glory.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>

What sets DTG apart is its ability to reproduce your design directly onto the tee, replicating the artwork exactly as loaded\u2014just like a photo. This advanced printing technology isn't just about aesthetics; it ensures that the prints on our tees maintain their vibrancy over time, even after enduring rigorous washing routines (one of the team even personally took it upon himself to try and destroy the print - the print won).<\/p>

Our DTG print tech allows a huge amount of flexibility because you can print each design one at a time without setup.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>

Whether you're producing a range of different designs or embracing the beauty of unique, one-off prints, the DTG method delivers. Plus, the more you order, the more you save\u2014a true win-win situation. And here's the kicker: with DTG, your tees are printed mere seconds after the order is placed. This translates to lightning-fast delivery, often as quick as the next day in many cases.<\/p>

\"TeemillScreen Printing: Where Quality Meets Quantity<\/h3>

For larger volumes that demand top-tier quality, we recommend the screen printing technique<\/u><\/a>\u2014a true gold standard. The results? Prints that are bold, vivid, and remarkably durable.<\/p>

As your quantities increase to 100 products or more with the same design, screen printing becomes the economically savvy choice.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>

Here's how it works: your artwork is separated into individual layers, each corresponding to a colour within it. Screens are crafted for each colour, and the inks are mixed to perfection. These screens are then mounted on the print carousel's arms. As the tees journey around the carousel, the machine masterfully pushes the ink through each screen, transferring one colour at a time onto the product.<\/p>

\"Teemill'sWhile screen printing's charm is evident in its simplicity\u2014particularly for one or two-colour front prints\u2014keep in mind that more colours and intricate designs can increase production costs. Complex designs, like those featuring front and back prints, will have to go around our factory's carousel twice, impacting production time and pricing accordingly.<\/p>

The beauty of screen printing is evident once everything is in motion. With colours mixed, screens ready, and setup complete, printing operates at a staggering speed\u2014one t-shirt per second at full throttle. This rapid pace, combined with the efficiency of larger runs, translates to unbeatable unit prices that reward your decision to order at scale.<\/p>

\"The<\/p>

We believe there\u2019s no reason that ordering 100,000 tees should be any more stressful than ordering 1.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>

In fact, we think it should be completely stress-free. That\u2019s why our dedicated in-house teams are here to help and are committed to making sure you have all the information you need to make the ordering process as quick and simple as possible.<\/p>

To get started visit our design studio for digital printing<\/u><\/a> or get a quote for screen printing (100+)<\/u><\/a> online now.<\/p>","urlTitle":"the-difference-between-screenprinting-and-digital-printing","url":"\/blog\/the-difference-between-screenprinting-and-digital-printing\/","editListUrl":"\/my-blogs","editUrl":"\/my-blogs\/edit\/the-difference-between-screenprinting-and-digital-printing\/","fullUrl":"https:\/\/uktshirtprinting.com\/blog\/the-difference-between-screenprinting-and-digital-printing\/","featured":false,"published":true,"showOnSitemap":true,"hidden":false,"visibility":null,"createdAt":1558537645,"updatedAt":1717495335,"publishedAt":1717495334,"lastReadAt":null,"division":{"id":52,"name":"T-shirt Printing UK"},"tags":[{"id":76,"code":"art","name":"art","url":"\/blog\/tagged\/art\/"},{"id":77,"code":"printing","name":"printing","url":"\/blog\/tagged\/printing\/"},{"id":110,"code":"custom","name":"custom","url":"\/blog\/tagged\/custom\/"},{"id":217,"code":"learning","name":"learning","url":"\/blog\/tagged\/learning\/"}],"metaImage":{"original":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/5d8b82f07165d3.18306781.jpeg","thumbnail":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/5d8b82f07165d3.18306781.jpeg.jpg?w=1140&h=855","banner":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/5d8b82f07165d3.18306781.jpeg.jpg?w=1920&h=1440"},"metaTitle":"Screen Printing vs. Digital Printing","metaDescription":"Let us guide you through the differences between screen printing vs. digital printing to discover the best print method for your custom order.","keyPhraseCampaignId":4447,"series":[],"similarReads":[{"id":248,"title":"Insights From Teemill's Founders: How Can Businesses Be More Sustainable?","url":"\/blog\/how-to-make-your-business-more-sustainable\/","urlTitle":"how-to-make-your-business-more-sustainable","division":52,"description":"We bounced the founders for five quickfire top tips about starting a sustainable business, or making an existing one more sustainable.","published":true,"metaImage":{"thumbnail":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/5d38764bcc9db0.89107469.jpeg.jpg?w=1140&h=855","banner":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/5d38764bcc9db0.89107469.jpeg.jpg?w=1920&h=1440"},"hidden":0},{"id":253,"title":"How To Prepare Artwork For Screenprinting | T-shirt Printing","url":"\/blog\/get-your-art-ready-for-screen-print\/","urlTitle":"get-your-art-ready-for-screen-print","division":52,"description":"A step-by-step guide on getting your artwork ready for screenprinting, and the difference between vector and raster artwork.","published":true,"metaImage":{"thumbnail":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/5d8e12f27a2221.19592041.jpeg.jpg?w=1140&h=855","banner":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/5d8e12f27a2221.19592041.jpeg.jpg?w=1920&h=1440"},"hidden":0},{"id":319,"title":"Increase Your Brand Potential: Why Unbranded Clothing Is Better For Business","url":"\/blog\/custom-labels-on-teemill-is-unbranded-better\/","urlTitle":"custom-labels-on-teemill-is-unbranded-better","division":52,"description":"Labelling adds cost and time, but having other brand\u2019s neck label in your product can really take the edge off your look. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve spent a lot of time working on this solution to ensure rapid service, low cost, high quality and authenticity for your brand.","published":true,"metaImage":{"thumbnail":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/5d419ced7cb083.84384949.jpeg.jpg?w=1140&h=855","banner":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/5d419ced7cb083.84384949.jpeg.jpg?w=1920&h=1440"},"hidden":0}],"labels":[]}