Lawson Screen and Digital Products Articles & Blogs
Welcome to the Lawson Screen & Digital Articles & Blog hub! Whether you're looking for expert insights, step-by-step guides, industry advice, or the latest trends in screen printing and digital printing, you've come to the right place. Our collection of articles covers everything from beginner-friendly how-tos to in-depth technical knowledge, helping you improve your workflow, troubleshoot common issues, and stay ahead of the competition. Browse through our categories to find tips, product highlights, business strategies, and more—all designed to make your printing process easier and more efficient.
The Role of Screen Tension in Screen Printing Efficiency
Mechanics of Ink Transfer in Printing In traditional printing methods like lithography, flexography, and rotogra...
Screen Printing FAQ for Beginners: Essential Tips, Equipment, Supplies & Costs for 2025
Screen Printing FAQ for First-Time Printers: Your Guide to Getting Started in 2025 Screen printing is a versatil...
5 Ways to Streamline Screen Making
Every screen printer aims to grow their business by increasing output. The key to boosting productivity is upgra...
9 Principles For Consistent Screen Coating
Screen coating techniques vary widely among print shops, with some employing complex methods involving up to sev...
A Deep Dive on High-Tension Meshes in Screen Printing
In screen printing, "mesh" refers to the screen material, while "fabric" means the substrate being printed, like...
Tips to Master Screen Making
The ability to print any design onto apparel hinges on the quality of the screen and the image it carries. Despi...
The Role of Flashing From Design to Press
Flash-cure units are essential in textile screen printing, playing a pivotal role regardless of a printer’s expe...
Unlock Better Prints with Off-Contact & Peel-Off Tips
The terms “off-contact,” “snap-off,” and “peel-off” are commonly misunderstood and a source of confusion for pri...
What Does DTF Printing Mean?
DTF means Direct to Film. Though there are other interpretations, in the digital textile printing world DTF prin...
How to Test Polyester Garments For Dye Migration
Dye migration is one of the most common and costly print defects on polyester. The dyes in polyester become reac...
How Automatic Screen Printing Machines Save Time, Labor, and Costs
Most startup screen printers begin with a manual screen printing press, while some beginner printers opt for aut...
Icon Fast Cotton White: The Superior Replacement for MCO-1560 50/50 White
Upgrade to Icon Fast Cotton White: Replacing MCO-1560 50/50 White At Lawson Screen & Digital Products, we’...
Revolutionize Your Prints with Icon Faster Fusion Plastisol Inks
Introducing Icon Faster Fusion Plastisol Inks: The Ultimate Choice for Screen Printers Are you ready to elevate...
What Screen Printers Need to Know About DTF Printing
Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing has become a buzzword in the printing industry, especially among screen printers l...
DTF Printing 101: What is DTF? The Fastest Way to Print High-Quality Designs!
DTF (Direct to Film) printing is an innovative technique in garment decoration that allows designs to be printed...
DTF Printer Comparison Infographic
Discover the ultimate DTF Printer Comparison Infographic, your go-to guide for choosing the perfect direct-to-fi...
Create a Final Order Approval Form for Screen Print Shops | 2025 Guide
How to Create a Final Order Approval Form for Your Screen Print or DTF Shop: Stop Chargebacks On May 13, 2025, ...
Contest Chargebacks in Screen Print & DTF Shops: Step-by-Step Guide
How to Contest Chargebacks in Your Screen Print or DTF Printing Shop: Win Disputes & Protect Revenue Runnin...
Mastering DTF Gold Foil Metallic Film: Product Features & Step-by-Step Application Guide
Discover the Magic of Gold Foil DTF Printing with Lawson Welcome to the world of Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing,...
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The Best Screen Printing Machines for Small Business [2025]
Discover top screen printing machines for small business in 2025! All-in-one startup sets with equipment, supplies, training, and support to launch your shop!
What Should I Name My Screen Print Shop? Ten Things to Consider
Choosing a name for your screen printing LLC is a big decision—it’s the first impression customers get, and it c...
Exploring DTF Printing: Everything You Need to Know
Technology and Materials Used in DTF Printing DTF printing is a straightforward process that requires only a few...
2025’s DTF Printing Guide: Everything Beginners Must Know!
A 2025 Primer on DTF, What It Is and How It Works Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing, now a tried-and-true technology...
How T-Shirts Are Screen Printed
Learn How T-Shirts Are Printed Now that you have all of your screen printing equipment and supplies, it is tim...
10 DTF Printing Mistakes You’re Making (And How to Fix Them Fast)!
DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing is a game-changer in the custom apparel industry, but like any printing method, it...
Make an Informed Decision When Purchasing a DTF Printer: Essential Questions to Ask Your Vendor
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the most crucial questions to ask your DTF printer vendor, from evaluating print quality and machine availability to understanding your ongoing support options.
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How to Start a Screen Printing Business [2025]
Fundamentals about starting up your own screen printing business, and tips to help you succeed in the garment pr...
Understanding the Differences: Direct-To-Garment and Direct-To-Film vs. Screen Printing
When it comes to apparel printing, three of the most popular methods are screen printing, direct-to-garment (DTG...
Free Shipping on Printing Supplies
Lawson Screen & Digital Products is offering Free Shipping on supply orders over $100. In conjunction with a...
How To Turn Your Epson DTG Into A 16"x20" DTF Printer | Large Platen
With Lawson Screen & Digital's 16"x20" Large Platen you can print DTG and DTF prints with your Epson F2000,...
Top 10 Best Heat Presses for DTF Printing
Starting a Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing business? One of the most crucial investments you'll make is choosing t...
UV DTF vs Vinyl Printing: Why UV DTF is a Game-Changer
In the ever-evolving world of printing, UV DTF (Direct to Film) technology is making waves as a game-changer. Wh...
Gas vs. Electric Dryers for Screen Printing: Which One is Right for You?
When it comes to curing prints in screen printing and digital printing, choosing the right dryer is essential to...
Best DTF Printers for Small Businesses (2025)
The Best DTF Printers for Small Businesses: Prestige R1 13" DTF Printer Prestige R2 13" DTF Printer Prestige R2...
Can I Screen Print Through a Screen Door?
Can you screen print through an aluminum mesh screen with a mesh count of... maybe 10? We're going to find out!...
Epson SureColor G6070: High-Performance DTF Printing with Epson Quality
When investing in a Direct-to-Film (DTF) printer, businesses need a solution that offers reliability, quality, a...
How to Get Bright & Vibrant DTG Prints on Dark Colored Shirts
How to Achieve Bright, Vibrant DTG Prints on Dark Garments One of the biggest challenges in direct-to-garment (D...
Stay Safe and Compliant: Meeting OSHA's Top 3 Regulations For Screen Printers
In the fast-paced world of the screen printing industry, safety should always be a top priority. Unfortunately, ...
How You Can Save Money on Your Taxes!
Buying screen printing machines can come at a hefty cost, but don't break the bank. There are ways to finance yo...
Plastisol Ink Tips: Reduce Plastisol Ink Build Up
Do you struggle with having to stop screen printing frequently to clean plastisol ink off the back of your scree...
DTG Printing Frequently Asked Questions
The Ultimate Direct-to-Garment (DTG) Printing FAQ Guide Direct-to-garment (DTG) printing is a powerful tool for ...
Nine Proven Methods to Optimize Plastisol Ink
Modifying and adjusting plastisol ink is essential for achieving optimal print quality, print-ability and speci...
How to Prepare an AI Image for UV DTF Printing
Using Image Presto and Photoshop this is a how-to on converting AI generated images into UV DTF print-ready gra...
Over 100 Common Terms Used by DTF Printers
If you're new to the world of DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing, the sheer number of terms and techniques can feel o...
Experience Lawson's Screen Printing Class | Learn How To Screen Print
Join students Jenna & Katlyn as they master their hands-on learning experience at Lawson Screen & Digit...
Exploring the Difference Between DTF & UV DTF Printing
In the dynamic world of printing, two technologies have been making waves for their ability to produce high-qual...
Color Prime Chroma Inks Are the Upgrade Every Shop Needs
If you’re running a DTF operation, you’ve felt the pain: colors that bleed, prints that fade after a handful of ...
When to and How to Restretch Screen Printing Frames
In 1994 I worked for a hole-in-the-wall T-shirt shop in Macon, Georgia. Back then we were doing art by hand, had...
Lawson's UV DTF Inks Achieve CPSIA and Prop 65 Certification
Lawson Screen & Digital proudly announces that its UV DTF inks have officially gained certification under th...
Introducing the DTF Station Prestige XL2 Pro DTF Shaker Bundle
Elevate Your Printing with Lawson Screen & Digital At Lawson Screen & Digital, we are excited to unveil ...
Why Choosing Roland's New Paper Ink Cartridges is a Win for the Environment
In today's eco-conscious world, the question "Paper or Plastic?" takes on a whole new meaning, especially when i...
Automation for Screen Printing Efficiency: Screen Printing Equipment Options
Traditionally a labor-intensive and time-consuming process, screen printing requires experienced and skilled kno...
Twin Express Press/Dryer Combo Machine
The Lawson Twin Express Combo Press/Dryer is a compact 4, or 6 color manual screen printing machine The Easy to ...
Best Practices for Starting Up a Garage or Basement Screen Printing Shop
When starting a screen printing business, many people print out of their garage or basement. This is a great way...
Is Your Old Screen Printing Equipment Costing You Money?
Congratulations! The 10-year-old screen printing machine that you opened your decorating business with is still ...
The Value of a Heat Press For T-Shirt Printing
All the Things You Can Do With A Heat Press: Best Uses for Screen Printing, Heat Transfer Vinyl, Screen Printed ...
Cure DTG Ink: Conveyor Dryer vs Heat Press
Choosing the Right Method for Drying Your Direct to Garment (DTG) Prints: Curing with Conveyor Dryers vs Drying ...
What to Know About Specialty Platen Options
Screen printing is one of the most versatile methods of decorating. Whether it is t-shirts, koozies, hats, or ja...
An Introduction to Hybrid Garment Printing
What is Hybrid Printing and the Digital Squeegee: An Introduction to & Why You Should Add Digital Hybrid Pri...
Polyester Pretreat Guide & Instructions
Download a PDF copy of instructions Garment print quality and durability are affected by many factors, including...
Emulsion Problems: Freezing Emulsion
How to Handle Screen Printing Emulsion Problems: Freezing & Freeze-Thaw Emulsion Screen printers are constan...
Digi-Star Dryer Cures Polyester on DTG
3 primary factors that make the Digi-Star one of the best conveyor dryers for polyester and cotton DTG printing....
Paper Screen Print Numbering Stencils
How to Easily Screen Print Numbers Using Paper Numbering Stencils Printing for a youth or adult sports league ca...
Tips for Sewing with Metallic Thread
8 Easy Tips for Sewing with Metallic Thread Metallic Threads are a great way to add some pop and shimmer to an e...
New Screen Printing Equipment Starter Kits
Having begun pioneering screen printing machines in 1949, Lawson remains the first choice for garment decorators...
Virginia Printwear's Review of The Ajax-R
There never seems to be enough hours in the day to finish all the work at most screen printing shops. Virgin...
New Plastisol Ink - Dynamic Ink Series
A completely new line of Ready-for-Use plastisol ink designed for production printing - Dynamic Ink. Dynamic Ink...
The Lawson Blazer Conveyor Dryer
Introducing the new Lawson Blazer conveyor dryer. Read about its features. We know you want to have the best sc...
Lawson M2-Encore Conveyor Dryer
Introducing A New Screen Printing Conveyor Dryer: The M2-Encore Whether you are new to screen printing, or an...
Robison-Anton Threads & Embroidery Supplies
We have partnered with Robison-Anton to distribute embroidery supplies. Beginning in January 2018, Lawson will h...
A Better Start: Screen Printing Test Tubes
Find out why screen print test tubes are a better solution to test printing.Make the switch today. Do you t...
New Screen Printing Equipment Packages
The Launching Of Our New Screen Printing Packages Announcing new screen printing equipment start-up packages, ac...
Image Lock Is Eco Passport Certified
Lawson's Image Lock Pre-Treat Solution Gains Eco Passport Certification by Oeko-Tex Image Lock is the only comme...
Is a Computer-To-Screen Worth the Price?
The first economical screen imaging device featuring simple maintenance and interchangeable print heads. THE LAW...
Trade In & Trade Up: Upgrade Your Old Screen Printing Equipment
Screen Printing Equipment Trade-In Trade-Up Program One of the best ways to beat your competition, and get a pro...
Authorized Dealer for Livingston Platens
These Livingston TucLoc platens allow the operator to print without placing the "hoop" around the garment. Lawso...
Dye-Sublimation Epson SureColor Printers
We are now an authorized dealer for the Epson F-Series dye sublimation printers. SureColor F6200 SureCo...
Epson SureColor P800 Printer Floor Stand
An ergonomic design, and included casters; the Epson P800 Floor Stand helps solve issues of space. Introducing t...
Introducing SBQ-1077 Red Screen Printing Emulsion
Newly designed, SBQ-1077 Red Emulsion is a special photo-polymer emulsion. Read more about its features. Lawson ...
Epson T Series & P800 Screen Print Edition
Lawson offers Free Shipping on both the Epson T-3270 and P-800 printers, along with comprehensive Training. Adva...
Multi-Tech's Plastisol Ink Color Charts
Here is an image of Glen printing a 64-color job on a Lawson Trooper automatic screen printing press. The perk...
The Unlimited Colors of DTG Printing
Lawson's mascot, Toby, reveals thousands of shades of colors throughout his feathery coat. DTG Printing offers a...
Glow in the Dark Plastisol Ink
Halloween is right around the corner...a perfect time to capitalize on glow-in-the-dark apparel and accessories....
Roland Eco-Sol Max Printer Ink Cartridges
Roland Eco Sol Max Ink is formulated to adhere to a broad range of media. A Match Made Perfectly: Roland Eco Sol...
Sublimation Printing and Heat Transfer
Sublimation printing is a remarkable process that allows printers to print custom on a variety of substrates. T...
Plastisol Ink & Spot Remover - The IR-303
Lawson's IR-303 Plastisol Ink Remover, when used in a spot cleaning gun, can clean mistakes up quickly. The Won...
New Line of Screen Printing Chemicals
Screen printing can be a messy job, and cleanup can be a pain. Fortunately, Lawson has a full line of screen p...
Ulano Orange Textile Printing Emulsion
Ulano Orange Emulsion is Sold on the Lawson e-Store This photopolymer direct emulsion was created for imprint...
Graphic Screen Printing Presses for Textiles and More
Use screen printing for graphic applications and other textiles outside of the t-shirt printing business. Lawso...
Diamond-Jet Express-Jet Digital Ink Jet Printer
Diamond Jet DTG -- not just a state-of-the-art industrial machine, but unmatched installation, support, and serv...
Pretreat Solution for Epson DTG Printers
We are happy to announce our new Pretreat Solution for Epson-based DTG printers. New DTG Pretreatment Solutio...
Stretching it out: The Wonderful Panel (Eco) Frame
I knew it was good, but man, people truly love it! Next time we talk, I'll be sure to mention it. Panel Frame...
Do The Dip! Lawson's Dip Tanks
The dip tank can help users realize deficiencies that are otherwise difficult to attain. Dip Tanks are useful no...
The Lawson HD-MAX Manual Press
The HD Max manual screen printing press comes in one- to eight-colors and one- to eight-station models. The revo...
Eco-Friendly Screen Printing Chemicals
Lawson Screen & Digital Products' new Eco Friendly Screen Printing Chemicals line includes stencil removers,...
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