At BlueCotton, one of the most common questions we hear is: What’s the difference between screen printing and direct-to-garment printing? Both methods have their place in custom apparel, but they work in fundamentally different ways and serve different purposes. Let’s walk through the key differences between these two printing techniques, including costs, quality, durability, and…
Author: Mike Coffey, Founder & CEO - BlueCotton
Screen Printing vs. Sublimation Printing for Custom Printed Apparel
Custom printed apparel can take several different forms. For example, shirts are commonly screen printed, but you’ll also see direct-to-garment (DTG) printing, direct-to-film (DTF) printing, and sublimation printing. Sublimation printing is an interesting method because it allows for full-garment coverage and specialty use cases. However, it has its limitations compared to traditional screen printing, and…
Water-Based Printing vs. Traditional Plastisol Ink Printing for Custom Apparel
What is the difference between water-based printing and traditional plastisol ink printing when it comes to custom apparel? The direct answer to that question comes purely down to how it feels on the fabric. All things being equal, there’s no question that water-based printing feels better. However, feel is not the only thing to consider,…