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SCREEN PRINTING

NAMPA, IDAHO'S BEST SCREEN PRINTING SHOP

The Print Plus has a solid 5 star rating on Google, and has won Best Custom T-Shirt Shop of Nampa 2 years and running. On top of being a premier screen printing shop, we also provide embroidery, direct-to-garment, heat-transfer-vinyl and more.

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NAMPA'S 5 STAR SCREEN PRINTING SHOP

Screen printing is a traditional print technique that’s been used for many years. Whether screen printing on t-shirts or a different medium, most screen printing shops follow a similar process. In the screen printing process, a type of stencil design is created on fine mesh or polyester fabric, with several layers of ink pushed through this stencil layout onto the surface of the print material. All the different ink colors are applied using a different screen stencil to create the final printed effect. Areas of the print material which need to be left clear are covered with an impermeable substance to prevent ink contamination.

hand made screen printing on tee shirt with blend colors by value of color tone it look more smooth and more softy
close-up of men carefully observing the results of the film on the silkscreen before screen printing

Screen printed t shirts are among our most popular products. But we can do much more than just screen printing tees!

At The Print Plug's screen printing shop, we use two manual 6-color screen press machines, and an efficient conveyer dryer to handle our screen print orders. We are able to handle multiple screen print applications including:

  • Shirts
  • Pants
  • Hoodies / Sweaters
  • Canvas Bags
  • Onesies
  • Signs
  • Vinyl
  • Plus More

Call The Print Plug today to find out how our custom screen printing shop can help with your screen printing and custom apparel and branding needs. With a courteous and professional staff, you can rest easy knowing your screen press job is in good hands. From the initial design process to the finished product, your satisfaction is guaranteed.

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5-STAR CUSTOMER SERVICE

AT THE PRINT PLUG, OUR CUSTOMERS COME FIRST. DON'T BELIEVE US? ASK GOOGLE.

WHY CHOOSE CUSTOM SCREEN PRINTING?

VARIETY OF APPLICATIONS: Screen printing can be used on a variety of different print materials, including glass, wood, textiles, signs, banners, vinyl, plastic, electronics, and much more.

COST EFFECTIVE: Screen printing is one of the most cost effective methods of custom printing on garments, especially on larger orders. This makes it one of the most popular garment customization options.

HIGH-QUALITY PRINTS: Screen printing produces a high-quality finish, with greater durability than other methods of garment printing, such as Direct-to-Garment, or Heat Transfer Vinyl.

LONG-LASTING DESIGNS: Screen printing is one of the most durable garment printing options. Properly done screen prints can withstand years of wear and tear, and over 150 washes.

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INSIDE IDAHO'S CUSTOM T-SHIRT SCREEN PRINTING SHOP

Screen printing is an industry go-to for apparel customization, largely because of how versatile it is in it's application. Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes at a screen printing shop? Quite a bit, actually! Allow us to peel back the curtain on our custom screen printing shop in Idaho so that you can see just how screen printing is done.
Step 1:
First and foremost, you must ensure the quality of your image or graphic is high enough to translate well onto the garment. Screen printing requires high resolution images. Therefore, the first step in the screen printing process is always rendering your artwork or graphic into a high quality printable file. Vector files work best, but a high quality jpeg or png will work as well. In every case, you will want to visually approve a mock-up of your design digitally placed onto the garment, so that you have an idea of what to expect from the finished product.

Step 2:

Next, in preparation for the actual screen printing process, the artwork must be separated by its colors. Each color must be printed separately in dark black ink onto a transparent film, which will be used to transfer the individual portions of the image onto an emulsified screen.
Step 3:
Equipped with screens that have been pre-treated with emulsion and the printout films of your image, we then flash expose the image onto, and ultimately wash it away from, the screens. These screens must be allowed to dry, but then are ready for the screen printing room!
Step 4:
With great care we load the screens onto the screen press. We then use the state-of-the-art adjustment mechanisms on the machine to register the images, which essentially means to perfectly line up all of the different colors of the image, once again making it a cohesive complete piece. After loading the garments onto the platens, we are ready to print!
Step 5:
Our screen printing technicians are pros. They press the images onto the garments before flash drying the individual colors and moving to the next. Once the entire image has been pressed, it is removed and loaded into the conveyer dryer. After a short time in the oven, it's spit out on the other end ready to be boxed up for you, our eager client!
Caring for Your Custom Screen Printed Garments:
Screen printing is one of the most durable methods of printing onto a garment, and can withstand over a hundred washes. Still, there are some extra steps you can take to ensure the longevity of your screen printed garment. For instance, using light detergents, and turning garments inside out prior to washing are always best practices when trying to preserve your clothing. Give our screen printing shop a call today to learn more about the screen print process and if it's right for you.
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COMPETITIVE PRICING

Our screen printing shop will do our best to MEET OR BEAT all local competitors' pricing!

WHAT TYPE OF ARTWORK DO I NEED?

Vector graphics work best, but we can work around the quality of your design and alter it to fit the order (fees may apply). The reason vector graphics are most commonly used is because they can be infinitely resized without losing any resolution or color quality, which is ideal for projects that need high quality images. Screen printing begins with a digital process; all we need is a high resolution art file that we can send to the printer and we will be able to print the shirt. Common file types for vector graphics include .ai (illustrator), .eps (encapsulated postscript), and .svg (scalable vector graphics). A high resolution PNG (portable network graphics) with a transparent background is preferred, and we can work with the art you give us (fees apply for reworking).

  • .Ai (Adobe Illustrator)
  • .eps (Encapsulated Postscript)
  • .svg (Scalable Vector Graphic)
  • .png (High Resolution Portable Network Graphic)
WHAT IS YOUR TURNAROUND TIME?

Currently it takes 10-14 business days from the time payment is rendered to order completion. Your representative should give you an idea of when we can complete your job. If you have any deadline needs, be sure to let us know. Rush / priority fees may apply.

IS THERE A MINIMUM ORDER? DO THEY ALL HAVE TO BE THE SAME SIZE AND STYLE?

Our minimum screen printing order is 24 pieces. You can split this amount up between different sizes, apparel colors and apparel types, as long as there is no change to the ink color(s) and the print locations.

ARE YOUR SHIRTS HIGH QUALITY?

Yes! Unless otherwise requested, we use 6.1oz Gildan 100% cotton shirts as our go-to t-shirt. If it's hoodies you're after, we use 10.1oz Hanes fleece. But we can use whatever type of garment you would prefer! Ask us about our access to wholesale accounts.

WHAT ELSE CAN YOU SCREEN PRINT?

T-shirts (short sleeve / long sleeve), hoodies, workshirts, uniforms, ladies and mens tank tops, fit t's, jackets, aprons, totes / gym bags, towels, wash cloths, infant clothing. If you can think of it, chances are we can print on it!

CAN YOU MEET OR BEAT COMPETITOR PRICING?

We will try our best to meet or beat competitor pricing, but make sure you have all the specifics of the job and their quote so that we can understand the order. Oftentimes  competitors' pricing will seem like a better deal on its face, when in reality there is a trade off in quality. We can print on cheaper (more cost-effective) garments than we typically pitch, if that's what you prefer. however we do not push that type of clothing.

CAN YOU DO ALL OVER PRINTING?

Not at this time. We are currently constrained to a 18 x 22 size print.

WE NEED A LOT OF SHIRTS. CAN YOUR SCREEN PRINTING SHOP HANDLE IT?

We have the capacity to produce 1000's of shirts per day, and will do our absolute best to offer the most competitive rates in the industry. Bring your large order quotes to us and give us the opportunity to beat it!

I'M IN A HURRY. CAN YOU PRINT QUICKLY?

That really depends on our work load. We will often do our best to accommodate deadlines. This often depends on garment availability, art work quality, and other variables. If you have a deadline, please let us know upfront. Rush fees may apply. 

CAN YOU DO DIFFERENT COLORS AND SIZES WITHIN ONE ORDER?

We sure can, as long as the ink colors and placements stay the same. If you need different ink colors, a wash out fee may apply. We can even change ink colors (wash out screen/dry/reset press). However there may be an ink wash out fee.

CAN YOU SHIP OVERSEAS?

Ahoy! We ship via UPS or USPS, whichever you prefer. If you don't have a preference, we will typically go with the most cost-effective option, while still ensuring the security of your garments.

WILL THE INK COLOR MATCH THE PROOF EXACTLY?

While we do our best to color match with a pretty spot-on color matching system, we do not guarantee color matching. The closest color of ink is always used. If you have an exact color / type of ink you want us to use please let us know (brand / model / pantone color). Additional fees may apply.

WHAT LOCATIONS CAN YOU PRINT ON A GARMENT?

Left chest, center chest, either side of body, upper back, middle back, lower back, upper / lower offset back, shirt sleeves and pant sleeves. Probably more possibilities if we sat and thought about it!

I WANT A CERTAIN BRAND OF SHIRT OR GARMENT. CAN YOU GET IT?

No problem; just let us know what brand you're looking for and we will work with you to get it. Any cost differences will be adjusted to the pricing on our site and in our sales.

HOW DO I PUT IN AN ORDER?

You can either call us directly at (986) 777-9466 or fill out our quote request form.

To place an order with The Print Plug's custom screen printing shop (or one of our other custom garment services), call us directly at (986) 777-9466, to fill out our quote request form; let us know the specifics of what you want and we can put together a proposal with a quote and mock-up. We will contact you as soon as possible to iron out all the details.
We proudly offer Direct-To-Garment, Embroidery, Vinyl, Sublimation, Screen Printing and more to greater Southwest Idaho and Eastern Oregon, including the following counties and cities:

Counties: Valley County - Adams County - Washington County - Payette County - Gem County - Canyon County - Boise County - Ada County - Elmore County - Camas County - Gooding County - Twin Falls County - Owyee County - Malheur County

Cities: McCall, Idaho - Council, Idaho - Indian Valley, Idaho - Midvale, Idaho - Cascade, Idaho - Smiths Ferry, Idaho - Ola, Idaho - Crouch, Idaho - Lowman, Idaho - Placerville, Idaho - Idaho City, Idaho - Stanley, Idaho - Atlanta, Idaho - Pine, Idaho - Mountain Home, Idaho - Glenns Ferry, Idaho - Grand View, Idaho - Oreana, Idaho - Murphy, Idaho - Boise, Idaho - Eagle, Idaho - Meridian, Idaho - Garden City, Idaho - Nampa, Idaho - Caldwell, Idaho - Emmett, Idaho - Payette, Idaho - Weiser, Idaho - Grasmere, Idaho - Riddle, Idaho - Castleford, Idaho - Buhl, Idaho - Hollister, Idaho - Twin Falls, Idaho - Ragerson, Idaho - Jerome, Idaho - Hagerman, Idaho - Gooding, Idaho - Fairfield, Idaho - Ontario, Oregon

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