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Printing company in Ljubljana · Delivery throughout Slovenia

Screen printing: process, benefits and choosing a technique

In screen printing, ink is applied directly to a product through a prepared screen. Learn which materials and print runs suit this technique, and how the design, number of colours and quantity influence the choice between screen printing and DTF printing.

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Screen-printed T-shirt
Screen printing screens with red ink

A proven technique for high-quality print runs

Screen printing is an established technique in which ink is applied through a prepared screen directly onto the surface of the product. It is used for a variety of materials and is particularly suitable for projects that require repeatable, high-quality application of artwork across many products.

It works well for logos, lettering and graphics with clearly defined colours, and for runs of identical or similar products.

Whether screen printing is the best solution depends on the material, the artwork, the number of colours, the quantity and the intended use. That is why we review the project before production and suggest the right technology.

What can we screen print?

  • Green T-shirt with a gold print

    Textiles

    T-shirts, promotional clothing and other suitable textile products.

  • Cotton bag with the Prima IP logo

    Promotional products

    Various suitable products and surfaces for which screen printing is the technically appropriate solution.

  • Canvas bag with a hand-drawn design

    Graphic elements

    Printing logos, lettering and other designs on suitable materials.

  • White T-shirt with a bird print

    Large runs

    Screen printing is particularly attractive for projects where the same design needs to be repeated on a large number of products.

Not sure whether screen printing, DTF or another technology is better for your project? Send an enquiry and we will advise you.

Which projects is screen printing suitable for?

  • Companies

    Textiles and promotional products with a logo or brand message.

  • Promotional campaigns

    Batches of products with the same design for events, campaigns and presentations.

  • Events and organisations

    Textiles and other promotional materials for teams, participants or visitors.

  • Brands

    Products with a clear, recognisable design in repeat runs.

Why choose Prima IP?

Experience since 1990. Before production, we check whether screen printing really is the right technique for your project.

  • Advising a client on colours and finishes

    Advice on choosing the technique

    We check whether screen printing is the right solution for your project based on the material, artwork and quantity.

  • Printer printing photos on a paper roll

    High-quality ink application

    The technique delivers a crisp, distinctive print on suitable materials.

  • Flyer printing

    Suitable for larger runs

    Screen printing can be an efficient solution for larger numbers of identical or similar products.

  • Prima IP workshop employing people with disabilities

    Many possible applications

    We use the technology for a wide range of suitable textile and promotional applications.

  • Prima IP graphic design studio

    Design support

    We help prepare the artwork according to the requirements of the technique.

  • Delivery of printed materials throughout Slovenia

    Delivery throughout Slovenia

    We deliver the products to the agreed address or arrange collection in person.

How to order

  1. Send an enquiry

    Tell us what you want printed, the approximate quantity and the design you want. If you have not chosen a product or technique yet, we will advise you.

  2. We agree the product and design

    We check the material, artwork and production options, and prepare a quote.

  3. Production and delivery

    Once approved, we take care of printing and delivery, or you can collect your order in person.

Send an enquiry

Need high-quality printing on a batch of products?

Tell us what you want printed and in what quantity, and we will check whether screen printing is the right solution for your project.

Send an enquiry
  • Advice on choosing the technique
  • Made to measure
  • Delivery throughout Slovenia

Frequently asked questions

Screen printing is a technique in which printing ink is transferred through a prepared screen onto the surface of a product.

It is used for a variety of suitable materials, including textiles and promotional products.

It depends on the material, artwork, number of colours and quantity. For runs of identical products, it can be a very good solution.

Yes, but we determine the production method and suitability based on the artwork and the project.

They are two different technologies. Screen printing applies ink directly through a screen, while DTF transfers printed artwork onto the textile. We choose the right technique based on the material, design and quantity.

Yes. You don’t need to know in advance which technique is right for your project.

It depends on the product, artwork and complexity of the production.

The lead time depends on the quantity, material, number of colours and other project requirements.

Quality printing starts with a correctly prepared file

Below you will find the basic guidelines for preparing artwork for print – colour space, bleed, resolution and fonts.

Artwork guidelines