There are several tips and tricks for saving
money when having shirts screen-printed.
Here is the industry scoop, so that you can save some cash and enjoy
spending it elsewhere!
Print
On White Shirts: It is the easiest
for screen-printers to print on white shirts, also making it the cheapest! Since it can be more difficult to print on
darker colors, screen-printing costs are usually increased to print on dark
shirts.
Use Fewer
Artwork Colors: The screen-printing process basically
involves stamping a series of stencils dipped in ink using a variety of colors
to produce a printed image. These
stencils are made out of mesh materials and are called screens in the industry. Fewer colors in your artwork means fewer screens
needed for production, which equals saving money. So if you can get away with only one or two
colors in your artwork design, that will definitely help drive costs down.
Order Large Quantities: Increasing the number of shirts produced will lower the overall
price. This is because the set-up costs
is divided out among the shirts and the cost of doing each print also drops.
Sizing: In the shirt industry, any sizes of 2XL or
larger are usually more expensive. Stick
to ordering sizes under 2XL and you will be golden!
Brands: Brands that specialize in manufacturing sporting types of
apparel are typically more expensive than other brands. Sticking to brands like Gildan ® and Port
Authority ® will ensure that you get a great t-shirt without paying additional
mark-ups.
These are some basic tips for helping you save money on your next order of shirts. To help you save even more money, give our customer representatives a call, and they can give you more specific advice regarding your personal order.
