Print Your Own Posters, T-Shirts and More // Screen Printing Basics

Recent questions

• How can I start screen printing at home?

  To start screen printing at home, you will need basic supplies like a screen, ink, squeegee, and a printing press kit. The process involves degreasing the screen, applying emulsion, and exposing it to UV light to create a stencil. Convert your design to black and white dots for screen printing, then use a squeegee to push ink through the screen onto paper or fabric. Mekanika offers hardware kits and 3D files for DIY screen printing press construction, making it easy to get started.

• What is included in a Mekanika bundle?

  A Mekanika bundle includes all the necessary components for screen printing, such as screens, ink, squeegees, and a printing press kit. These bundles are designed to provide everything you need to start screen printing at home, making the process simple and convenient. With detailed instructions included, building the printing press kit is straightforward, allowing you to create impressive results from the start.

• How do I prepare a design for screen printing?

  To prepare a design for screen printing, you will need to convert your image to black and white dots. This process ensures that your design will transfer accurately onto paper or fabric when screen printing. By simplifying the design into black and white dots, you create a stencil that can be used with the screen printing process. Once your design is prepared, you can use a squeegee to push ink through the screen onto your desired surface.

• What are the basic steps of screen printing?

  The basic steps of screen printing involve degreasing the screen, applying emulsion, and exposing it to UV light to create a stencil. Once the stencil is ready, you can prepare your design by converting it to black and white dots. Printing is done by using a squeegee to push ink through the screen onto paper or fabric, transferring your design accurately. Screen printing is a simple process that yields impressive results, making it a popular choice for creating posters, tote bags, and t-shirts.

• How does Mekanika simplify DIY screen printing?

  Mekanika simplifies DIY screen printing by offering hardware kits and 3D files for constructing your own screen printing press. These kits include all the necessary components for screen printing, making it easy to get started at home. With detailed instructions provided, building the printing press kit is straightforward, allowing you to create professional-quality prints with ease. Mekanika's bundles are designed to streamline the screen printing process, providing convenience and quality results for beginners and experienced printers alike.