How to Screen-Print Water-Based Ink on Paper Products
Water-based inks and paper might sound like a natural match, but if you've ever ended up with a blurry, over-saturated, or cracked print, you know the process has some quirks. The good news is that once you understand how water-based ink behaves on paper stock, the results are outstanding. In this post, we're walking through the full process from screen prep to cleanup, plus the common mistakes to avoid and the questions we hear most from printers making the switch to paper. Keep reading till the end and don't miss the video showing the whole process in action. SUPPLIES What You'll Need Before you pull your first print, make sure you've got the right gear. Water-based ink on paper is less forgiving of equipment mismatches than fabric printing, so the setup matters. Supply What to Look For Screen & frame 155+ mesh count depending on detail level. Higher mesh for fine lines and halftones. Water-based ink Avoid fabric-specific formulations that may not bond well...