Automatic screen printing press printing t-shirts at A1printing

Custom Screen Printing – Bold, Durable, Affordable

Screen printing is the gold standard for custom apparel. It works best for bulk orders where you need consistent, vibrant, and long-lasting prints.

A1printing handles everything from 25 shirts to 10,000+. No surprises. No hidden fees.

Why Choose A1printing for Screen Printing?

Feature

What A1printing Offers

Press type

Automatic presses for consistent quality

Maximum colors

Up to 8 colors per design

Ink types

Plastisol and water-based

Artwork setup

Free for most orders

Turnaround

5 to 10 business days (rush available)

Our Screen Printing Process

Screen Printing vs Embroidery vs Heat Transfers

Factor

Screen Printing

Embroidery

Heat Transfers

Best Quantity

24+ pieces

10 & Above pieces

10 & Above pieces

Setup Fee

Yes (waived on bulk)

Digitizing fee

No

Color Limit

Up to 8 colors

No limit (thread colors)

No limit

Best Garment

T-shirts, hoodies

Polos, hats, bags

Any garment

For event shirts, sports teams, and bulk giveaways – screen printing is the most affordable and durable option.

What Inks Do We Use?

Ink Type

Best For

Feel

Durability

Plastisol

Standard t-shirts, hoodies

Slightly thick

Excellent

Water-based

Soft-hand, vintage look

Very soft

Good

Discharge

100% cotton, natural look

Ultra soft

Very good

Metallic / Glitter

Party shirts, kids wear

Textured

Good

We recommend plastisol for most orders. Water-based for soft, breathable prints.

Popular Screen Printing Applications

Application

Typical Quantity

Colors

Best Ink

Corporate event t-shirts

50 to 500

1 to 3

Plastisol

Sports team jerseys

20 to 200

2 to 4

Plastisol

Band merchandise

50 to 1000

1 to 4

Water-based

School spirit wear

100 to 500

1 to 2

Plastisol

Non-profit event shirts

50 to 300

1 to 2

Plastisol

Local Screen Printing Near You

Looking for screen printers near Australia? A1printing is your local expert.

Serving Western Australia, Queensland, Northern Territory, South Australia, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, And Australian Capital Territory, and surrounding areas.

Walk-ins welcome Monday to Friday. Call 0478477345 for a fast quote.

Screen printing team jerseys on automatic press

Frequently Asked Questions

Group of screen printed hoodies for corporate team event
What is the minimum order for screen printing?

12 pieces. For 1 to 11 pieces, we recommend heat transfers.

Yes. We use white underbases and high-opacity inks.

Usually 7 to 10 business days. Rush options available.

No. But we have wholesale accounts with top brands like Gildan, Bella+Canvas, and Next Level.

Vector files: AI, EPS, PDF. High-res PNG or JPG also accepted.

Yes. Free artwork adjustments and basic design help included.

Ready to Print?

  • Get a free embroidery quote in under 24 hours.
  • Email your logo and quantity to a1printingsigns@gmail.com or call 0478477345.