Services Screen Printing
What Is Screen Printing Cost Based On?
You want to order screen printed shirts for an upcoming event but you don't understand how they are priced. What is the
pricing based on? Screen printing pricing is based on a number of factors:
Shirt style, Shirt color, Number of shirts, Number of prints per shirt, Sizes ordered, Screen/ film charges, Artwork charges
Number of Screen Printed Shirts
First, get a general idea of how many shirts you need. You'll have to order at least a minimum quantity, this quantity will
be 36 or more items with the same printing.
Style of T-Shirts Printed
Next decide what style T-shirt you need. If you want basic T's you must decide if you want cotton or a cotton/ polyester
blend. Cotton T's will be cooler. If you decide to use a cotton T, you might want to choose a Hanes Beefy T. Although these T's are
more expensive, the Beefy T's are made form ringspun cotton, a cotton that is softer to the touch and will last longer because it is
made from longer fibers.
Number of Colors Printed
Next determine how many colors are in each print. You'll be charged for each color in printing
and screen/film charges. So, if you're trying to keep your cost down, its better
to eliminate unnecessary colors. If you're uncertain about what to eliminate ask us.
Light Or Dark Shirts?
Another factor in your pricing is whether you are using light or dark colored shirts. If you're printing a light color on dark
shirts expect to pay more to have a white underbase printed underneath your design.Without this underbase, your colors will look
faded against the dark shirt.
Extended Sizes
Another factor that effects pricing is whether you need extended sizes. Sizes 2X and larger will be more expensive.
Screen Printed Quantity Breakdown
After you've determined your general needs, check our quantity price breakdowns to determine what is your best buy.
For example, if you need 69 shirts and the price breakdown is a 72 shirts, it may be more economical to order 72 shirts because your
cost will be cheaper per shirt.
Screen Printing Artwork
Don't forget artwork fees. Don't assume that you printer can print from any computer file. Unless you have a realistic
design that can be taken directly from a photograph or a high resolution bitmap most likely your artwork will need to be converted
into vector format (line art). Charges for vectorization can vary greatly depending on how detailed your design is.
Screen Printing Set-Up Charges
Set-up charges, otherwise know as screen/film charges, must also be considered. We have a given charge per screen
with the total amount determined the number of colors or screens vneeded to print a design.
Your Final Screen Printing Cost
Its important to remember to total all your charges when ordering screen printed T-shirts. Some printers will charge
for every item while others will roll the costs into the shirt charge.