Let’s work backwards for a second. Now, one of the biggest challenges to getting a brilliant t-shirt print stems from getting a brilliant stencil. To get a brilliant stencil, you need to get a brilliant imprint, or in screen printing jargon, “exposure” a.k.a “burn”. However, you can’t get a brilliant burn unless you have a brilliant image printed out first. Make sense? - - So [...]

Once you have your perfect image digitally printed, you need to find a frame. There are all kinds of sizes so get one that fits your needs. There are also different mesh types. If this sounds alien to you, don’t worry, I’ll go into it later. For now, let’s assume you’re working on a standard mesh type. Wooden frames are cheaper than metal/aluminum frames. My firsts were wooden [...]

Great, now take a look at your screen. You might find tiny specs of dust/dirt that dried up with the emulsion, don’t worry about it, you’ll get better at it. If you’re screen is buttery smooth, good job- you’re halfway to becoming a pro-coater! Now it’s time for some exposing. What you need: Coated screen Digitally printed image A piece of glass Spray mount or any type of [...]

After exposing your screen, dunk your screen into the tub and let it soak for a minute or two. You can also save water by using a wet cloth to dab directly onto the screen. This isn’t required, but by doing this I think it loosens up the mesh in the unexposed area making it easier to wash out later. What you need: Shower head or high pressure jet spray Ear plugs (optional) Use the shower head [...]