At UNIT-100, we combine in-house garment manufacturing with professional screen printing, helping brands produce
T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, and streetwear pieces from sampling to bulk production.
At UNIT-100, we combine in-house garment manufacturing with professional screen printing, helping brands produce
T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, and streetwear pieces from sampling to bulk production.
Screen printing, also known as silkscreen printing or serigraphy, is a stencil-based printing method. A mesh screen is prepared for each color in the artwork, and ink is pushed through the open areas of the mesh onto the garment with a squeegee. The blocked areas of the screen prevent ink from passing through, allowing the design to appear only where it should.
In apparel manufacturing, screen printing is widely used for T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, and streetwear because it can produce strong color coverage, repeatable placement, and durable results across bulk orders.
Screen printing, also known as silkscreen printing or serigraphy, is a stencil-based printing method. A mesh screen is prepared for each color in the artwork, and ink is pushed through the open areas of the mesh onto the garment with a squeegee. The blocked areas of the screen prevent ink from passing through, allowing the design to appear only where it should.
In apparel manufacturing, screen printing is widely used for T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, and streetwear because it can produce strong color coverage, repeatable placement, and durable results across bulk orders.
UNIT-100 checks the artwork, prepares screens for each color, runs test prints, cures the ink, and inspects each garment before final packing.
Why：Clean edges, strong color, easy repeatability
Why：Sharp letterforms and high readability
Why：Works well for large chest or back prints
Why：Cost-effective and consistent in bulk
Why：Can use water-based or discharge-style effects
Why：Works when artwork is prepared correctly
Why：Requires halftone separation or another method
Why：DTG or DTF usually handles photo detail better
Why：Mesh count, ink type, and fabric texture matter
Why：Heat transfer, DTG, or DTF is usually more flexible
Streetwear Graphics
Screen printing is a strong match for streetwear because bold logos, oversized back prints, slogan graphics, and high-contrast artwork can be produced clearly and consistently.
Vintage Merch
For vintage-inspired merch, screen printing can create a classic printed feel, especially when paired with garment washing, faded artwork, or water-based ink effects.
Brand Merch & Promotional Apparel
For brand merch, screen printing keeps logo colors consistent across larger quantities, making it suitable for events, drops, uniforms, and promotional apparel.
Minimalist Logo Apparel
Small chest logos, sleeve marks, and clean typographic designs are easy to control with screen printing and work well for premium minimalist apparel.
Hoodie & Sweatshirt Graphics
Screen printing can work well on hoodies and sweatshirts, especially for front chest prints, back graphics, sleeve prints, and brand collection designs.
Plastisol Screen Printing
Water-Based Screen Printing
Discharge Printing
Puff Screen Printing
High-Density Printing
Reflective Screen Printing
Glow-in-the-Dark Printing
Crack Printing
The design is repeatable, the artwork uses solid colors, and the order quantity is medium to large.
The artwork has photos, gradients, many colors, or small-batch flexible production needs.
The garment is polyester sportswear and the design needs vibrant all-over printing.
Every piece needs a different name, number, or personalized artwork.
Screen printing cost depends on order quantity, artwork color count, print size, garment type, ink effect, and sampling requirements. For repeat designs and bulk orders, screen printing is often more cost-efficient because the setup cost is spread across the full production run.
Order Quantity
Higher quantity usually reduces unit cost because screen setup is shared across more garments.
Number of Colors
Each color may need its own screen, setup, ink mixing, and test print confirmation.
Print Size
Larger prints use more ink and may need more production control during printing and curing.
Print Placement
Sleeve, side seam, leg, or unusual placements need more alignment and handling time.
Garment Type
Hoodies, fleece garments, sweatpants, and panels may require more handling than standard tees.
Ink Effect
Specialty inks can increase cost because they require extra material and process control.
MOQ depends on more than quantity
MOQ is affected by blank garment availability, fabric type, color count, labels, packaging, and special ink effects.
Lead time changes with approval speed
Artwork approval, sample confirmation, screen preparation, bulk printing, curing, QC, packing, and shipping all affect delivery time.
China / Guangzhou
Suitable for brand production, bulk apparel, low MOQ testing, custom labels, and full-package manufacturing.
USA
Suitable for urgent domestic delivery, local events, small batches, and fast regional fulfillment.
UK / EU
Suitable for regional brand merch, local fulfillment, compliance-sensitive orders, and EU delivery needs.
Information Needed for an Accurate Quote
To quote screen printing accurately, please prepare your artwork, garment details, order quantity, print information, packaging needs, and shipping destination. Complete details help us calculate cost, MOQ, sample time, and production lead time faster.
FAQ: Custom Screen Printing
Yes. Send us your artwork, garment type, target quantity, and desired hand feel. We will recommend screen printing, DTG, DTF, puff, water-based, or another method based on production fit.
Founded in 2001, UNIT-100 is a custom clothing manufacturer, specializing in high-quality T-shirts, hoodies, and other knitwear.
You Can Find Us Here Room 5/F-11,Block A Wantong International Square Liwan District,Guangzhou.
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