What is Discharge Apparel Printing?
Discharge printing is the process of bleaching the dye out of the shirt, leaving its natural color showing through (usually a tan color). We can also PMS match discharge ink, however results vary depending on shirt color & brand. The only major downside with this kind of apparel printing is that you must wash the shirts before they take their “no feel” state. How do we know that – we have been working with discharge inks for over 10 years now!
I have used this company for business staff shirts and for shirts we sell to the public. All of them have turned out very well and compared to many other places, their prices won out every time.
- Jason Albert
The Discharge Screen Printing Process
Design Selection
The process starts by selecting the right design, particularly for dark-colored garments. Designs need to be optimized for the discharge method to achieve the best results with minimal ink buildup.
Garment Selection
Discharge printing works best on 100% cotton fabrics. We help you choose the appropriate garments to ensure the dye can be removed effectively for a smooth, soft finish.
Ink Application
We apply discharge ink to the fabric, which removes the dye from the garment and leaves behind your design. The ink reacts with the fabric to create a lighter, more breathable print.
Final Curing
The garment is cured through heat to ensure the discharge ink reacts fully and the design sets into the fabric. After inspection for quality, your garments are ready to go.
Discharge Printing FAQs
What is discharge printing?
Discharge printing is a screen printing technique that removes the dye from the fabric, resulting in a soft, vintage look.
What types of fabrics are suitable for discharge printing?
Discharge printing works best on 100% cotton garments and light-colored fabrics.
How does discharge printing differ from traditional screen printing?
Discharge printing removes the fabric dye, while traditional screen printing adds ink on top of the fabric.
What are the benefits of discharge printing?
Discharge printing offers a soft feel, vibrant colors, and a vintage look that becomes part of the fabric.
Can discharge printing be done on dark garments?
Yes, discharge printing can be done on dark garments by bleaching out the dye and applying the desired print for a vivid finish.
