A3 Silk Screen used for Silk Screen printing on paper surfaces

For printing detailed designs on paper a finer mesh screen such as 77T/ 200 mesh is recommended to achieve sharper and more precise results

What is Silk Screen Printing?

Silk screen printing is a technique where ink is pushed through a fine mesh screen onto a surface using a rubber squeegee (Sold Separately). A stencil blocks areas where ink isn't wanted, allowing your design to be transferred onto the surface below.

How Do I Create a Design?

Designs can be created using paper or plastic cut-out stencils, ideal for short print runs. For more detailed or repeated printing, Derivan Drawing Fluid and Blockout Medium can be used to create a longer-lasting stencil directly on the screen.

Simply paint your design onto the screen using Drawing Fluid and allow it to dry. Apply Blockout Medium over the screen, let it dry, then wash away the Drawing Fluid with water. This leaves your design open in the mesh, ready for ink to pass through during printing.

Always ensure your stencil or blockout products are compatible with water-based inks.

Printing Ink to use on Paper?

Derivan Acrylics are ideal for screen printing on paper, with a thick-bodied formula ready to use straight from the jar. However, acrylic paint dries quickly and can clog the screen. Adding Derivan Print Gel slows drying time, preventing blockages and making screens easier to clean.

Review Derivan Silk Screen For Paper A3 (Inside) 200 Mesh/77T

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