Gel
Gel Screen Printing is a specialized technique that uses innovative gel inks to create designs with a unique wet appearance and a slightly raised, rubber-like texture. This process lends your artwork a fresh, dynamic look that is both visually captivating and tactilely engaging.
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Gel Screen Printing Process
SPECIALIZED GEL INK FORMULATION
Our custom-formulated gel ink is designed to produce a vibrant, wet look on fabric. The unique formulation delivers a slight raised effect with a rubber-like texture, enhancing the overall visual impact and giving your design a fresh, dynamic appearance.
PRECISION SCREEN PRINT APPLICATION
Utilizing advanced screen printing techniques, we apply the gel ink with meticulous accuracy. This precise application ensures even coverage and consistency across the design, capturing every detail of the wet look and textured finish.
CONTROLLED PRINT CURING PROCESS
After printing, each garment undergoes a controlled curing process that firmly sets the gel ink onto the fabric. This step is critical for maintaining the distinctive wet appearance and subtle raised texture, ensuring durability and long-lasting performance.
Gel Screen Printing Benefits
VIBRANT WET LOOK
Our gel inks create a design that appears to be wet, giving your artwork a fresh and dynamic visual effect that stands out from traditional prints.
DISTINCTIVE TACTILE TEXTURE
The slightly raised, rubber-like texture adds a unique tactile dimension, making the design not only visually appealing but also interesting to the touch.
DURABLE & LONG-LASTING
The controlled curing process ensures that the gel ink bonds securely with the fabric, resulting in a durable print that retains its unique appearance through regular wear and washing.
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Common FAQs for Gel Screen Printing
What is gel screen printing?
Gel screen printing uses a specialized gel ink to produce designs that look wet and feature a slight raised, rubber-like texture, offering a distinct visual and tactile appeal.
How is the wet look achieved?
The unique formulation of our gel inks allows the design to appear wet, while the controlled curing process maintains the slight raised, rubber-like texture.
What fabrics work best with gel screen printing?
Gel screen printing is ideally suited for fabrics that can accommodate a thicker layer of ink, typically natural fibers such as cotton.
Is the textured effect durable?
Yes, our controlled curing process ensures that the raised, rubber-like texture is durable and maintains its appearance even after multiple washes.
Can gel screen printing be used for multi-color designs?
Absolutely. Our process can be adapted to produce intricate, multi-color designs that retain the unique wet look and tactile finish provided by gel inks.
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