How to clean and reclaim your screen printing screens.
By A Mystery Man Writer
Last updated 16 Jul 2024
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So we've already covered a little of this in our Top Tips from the Workshop: Great screens post, but there's always more to be said! This time we're looking at how to strip the screen right back, so that it is back to the bare mesh and it can be used again for a new design. Top Tip: It's always important to clean the ink off the screen pretty soon after you've finished printing, not only will you be able to use the excess ink you save, but it will make your life so much easier when you come to use that screen again, or reclaim it completely. Get Reclaim ready! In a nutshell: You'll need Screen wash, Emulsion Remover, a cloth, a soft brush or soft scrubber and a hose or shower. After scraping off excess ink (return unused
So we've already covered a little of this in our Top Tips from the Workshop: Great screens post, but there's always more to be said!
So we've already covered a little of this in our Top Tips from the Workshop: Great screens post, but there's always more to be said!
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How to clean and reclaim your screen printing frames
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Ecotex® Screen Printing Emulsion Remover
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Tips for Reclaiming Screens for Best Results
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How to reclaim lots of screens : r/SCREENPRINTING
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Tips for Reclaiming Screens for Best Results
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240 idées de Sérigraphie serigraphie, linogravure, materiel
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PRINT SHOP HOW-TO: RE-STRETCH YOUR SILKSCREEN FRAME - Spark Box Studio
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Ecotex® Screen Printing Emulsion Remover (Gallon - 128oz.) - Photo
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any tips for cleaning screen at home? i've put a full bottle of
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