Embroidery or screen printing: which marking technique to choose
If you want to add logos or designs to textiles, embroidery and screen printing are your two main options. With Embroidery services in Dubai, the logo is reproduced by sewing threads directly into the fabric. The actual sewing process is fully automatic and performed by computerized embroidery machines. Screen printing involves ink instead of thread. The procedure requires the use of a special screen and a stencil through which the colors are applied to the clothing to reproduce the desired pattern. When done correctly, the images are really sharp and crisp.
Are you hesitating between these 2 techniques? Do not panic, we have written this article for you to help you make your choice and so that you understand the advantages and disadvantages of each of these methods.
1. What is the difference between embroidery and screen printing?
Embroidery
Embroidery is the process of stitching your design or logo with needles and thread onto clothing fabric. Nowadays, the design is digitized and converted into executable format by computer-aided machines. They use needles to automatically sew the image onto the textile.
Screen printing
Screen printing is the process of printing a visual onto a flat surface using a stencil, ink and a squeegee. The ink is pushed through a stencil onto the printing surface of the textile and will penetrate the meshes of the fabric . His process requires the creation of a screen per color, which means that for each color, there is a complete process to repeat. Curious to know more? Check out our complete article dedicated to screen printing!
2. Choose between embroidery and screen printing
Both techniques are good choices when you want to personalize textiles with your logo. Let's take a closer look at the different criteria to take into account to help you decide better.
The weight of the fabric
Before starting your textile personalization project, you need to choose the clothes you are going to personalize. This is THE starting point that will inevitably have an impact on the choice of technique.
If you decide to personalize t-shirts or other thin textiles , the embroidery will not be suitable because the rendering would not be qualitative. The garment must have a weight of at least 180g . Screen printing will be the ideal technique in this case, because it is suitable for all weights and thicknesses. On thick textiles such as sweatshirts or hats, embroidery provides a clean, precise and aesthetic result with an exceptional quality finish.
Use
The use you will make of it will have a significant impact on the choice of technique. When it comes to custom clothing for business like corporate polo shirts or work uniforms , embroidery is most often seen as the ideal option due to its durability. Thousands of companies use embroidery to decorate polo shirts and shirts to make their staff easily identifiable.
Screen printing is most often used for events, for promotional items such as personalized tote bags, large series or very colourful designs.
Rendering
Embroidery and Silk Screen Printing Dubai offer a completely different end result! Embroidery, even classic (there is also 3D embroidery and loop embroidery), provides a very worked appearance of high quality and a unique relief .
Screen printing, on the other hand, is a flat marking technique . Printing is one-dimensional, but compared to embroidery, screen printing offers more options in terms of colors and customization possibilities. It's up to you to choose what you want for your project.
Embroidery is undoubtedly the branding technique that best stands the test of time . Once embroidered, the textile will be worn before the embroidery begins to be damaged. If you are looking for personalization with a very long life, then embroidery is the method for you.
Done well, a screen-printed textile can also last a long time . If taken care of, the print can maintain a crisp look for many years.
The cost
As with any project, cost is a determining factor in making your choice. In general, screen printing is cheaper than embroidery, but it's not that simple. Printers usually base the price of screen printing on how many colors the design has and where you want it printed.
In embroidery, the price takes into account the number of stitches. If you have a complex design, expect to pay a much higher rate.
Your preference
Embroidery and screen printing offer very different looks. Do you like the look and feel of yarn? Or do you prefer the look of a printed pattern?
Your logo design also matters. If it has small texts and too many details, it will have to be simplified to be embroidered and it might not suit you. On the other hand, the ink might not capture the true essence of your brand.
In the end, it all comes down to your preference and how you want to feel.
3. Conclusion
Methods, embroidery and screen printing, offer their own advantages and disadvantages. Each method is not necessarily better than the other because it all comes down to what your company, association or brand actually needs!
Whatever type of marking you need, Embroidery Gulf can provide you with the best solution. If you know which method is best for you, contact us for embroidery Printing services Dubai or screen printing quote. If you're not quite sure yet, we'll be more than happy to answer all your questions and help you choose the best option to meet your needs!
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