What is Contract Screen Printing?
In the competitive world of the printing industry, resell businesses and brands looking to scale need efficient solutions. Commonly referred to as wholesale screen printing, contract screen printing is a business model that allows brands and resellers to outsource their printing needs to an experienced contract printer like Apparel Graphics. Instead of investing in expensive equipment, labor, and production management, businesses can focus on their core strengths while leaving the printing process to the experts.
What Kind of Customer Requires Contract Printing?
Contract printing is ideal for businesses that need high-quality, large-volume apparel printing but lack the production capabilities. Whether you are a clothing brand, a promotional merchandise distributor, or a company looking to resell branded apparel, contract printing ensures consistent results. By outsourcing to a reliable print shop, you can scale your business without worrying about operational inefficiencies.
DIY vs. Contract Printing
Many startups consider in-house printing to maintain control, but the challenges of managing equipment, staff, and workflow can quickly become overwhelming. Contract screen printing eliminates these hurdles, providing a cost-effective, scalable, and professional solution. While DIY printing might work for small batches, high-volume production requires the expertise of a trusted contract printer like Apparel Graphics, ensuring every company logo and custom design is produced to perfection.
Sourcing Apparel: Apparel Graphics Will Manage This for You
Finding the right apparel is just as crucial as the printing process itself. Instead of spending valuable time sourcing blank garments, let Apparel Graphics handle the entire process. With over two decades of experience, we provide a curated selection of high-quality apparel, ensuring durability and consistency across all orders. Whether you need t-shirts, hoodies, or specialty products, we ensure your contract printing success with top-tier materials. We provide a streamline process ensuring all goods arrive at our facility in a timely fashion and we also facilitate returns for mis-shipments and vendor defects, a common issue that can cause delays in production.
The Importance of Quality in Contract Printing: Techniques and Best Practices
Scaling should never come at the cost of quality. At Apparel Graphics, we use a variety of specialty inks and printing techniques, including:
- Plastisol inks for bold, vibrant designs
- Water-based inks for a soft, breathable finish
- Puff inks for high-end raised retail-quality prints
Our laser-to-screen image technology ensures every detail—from fonts to intricate graphics—is crisp and precise. This commitment to quality sets us apart as a leader in the contract printing industry.
Be Price Conscious vs. Price Driven
Understanding contract printing pricing is essential. While cost efficiency is crucial, choosing a contract screen printing partner based solely on the lowest price can lead to quality and service issues. Apparel Graphics offers competitive rates without compromising on quality, ensuring that your brand's reputation remains intact. Our transparent contract printing pricing structure is built into a proprietary application we created and our quick estimating capability will help you make informed decisions without unexpected costs.
Find a Partner, Not Just Another Print Shop
A great contract printer is more than just a vendor; they are a strategic partner invested in your success. At Apparel Graphics, we work closely with our clients to understand their wholesale screen printing needs, providing expert recommendations and seamless project execution. From the first consultation to the final delivery, we ensure a stress-free experience so you can focus on growing your brand.
The Apparel Graphics Advantage
Since 1997, Apparel Graphics has been committed to contract printing success, helping businesses scale without sacrificing quality or efficiency. We are screen printing perfectionists. Our expertise in contract printing, and apparel sourcing makes us the ideal partner for your brand’s growth.
But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to exceptional customer service. We believe that high-quality custom apparel should be matched with equally high-quality customer support. From answering your questions promptly to ensuring smooth order fulfillment, our team is dedicated to providing an outstanding client experience.
Let us reproduce your custom design or company logo and fulfill your bulk apparel needs so you can concentrate on building a thriving business. With Apparel Graphics, you’re not just outsourcing your printing—you’re investing in a long-term partnership designed for growth and success. Get in touch with us today and discover how we can help your brand scale without sacrifice.
