Underbase

The key to vibrant designs on dark garments
In screen printing, an undercoat is a layer of white ink printed on dark or coloured garments before other colours are applied. This white base creates a bright, neutral surface that allows the top colours to pop and prevents the garment colour from showing through.
Creating a successful undercoat requires careful planning and execution, from choosing the right mesh count and ink consistency to choosing exposure times and print settings. Done correctly, an underbase will ensure your designs stand out and retain their integrity wash after wash.

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Underbase Prints = Underbase Essentials

Master the art of underbase printing for vibrant colors on dark garments. Tips on mesh, emulsion, ink, and squeegee techniques for smooth underbases.

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Understand the Underbase

Learn the what, why, and how of underbases in screen printing. Enhance print quality, vibrancy, and durability with this comprehensive guide.

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Screen Printing Underbase, 9 Tips on how to do

Achieve crisp underbases with these 9 screen printing tips. From mesh count and emulsion thickness to squeegee pressure and off-contact – master the techniques for vibrant prints on dark garments. Plus, bonus tips on flash curing and pallet temperature control.