I've ordered a t-shirt from you guys, the shirt colours are amazing. My only concern is, will the ink crack or fade e.g yellows and red it's printed on black t shirt. I notice the red doesn't stand out much. I just want to know if I wash the shirt inside out will the ink stay on. I want it to last.
Cool video! I was wondering ~ Which one lasts longer after several washing cycles? And as far as the tangible texture of the print goes, how different do the prints feel when you touch? Thanks! )
Hello, thanks for the video! Can you please explain the difference between Digital & Roller Printing. Which printing is better if you need fabrics around 20 mtrs for the same design?
What's the lowest cost digital printer for tees you would recommend? Does digital work on more complex materials like nylon webbing (for belts and such)?
we only use organic cotton. There are "cheap" printers but our customers expect retail quality so we're not that familiar with the budget end of the market machine wise, sorry
I just wanted to clarify from a consumer perspective, isn't screenprinting superior to digital? In my experience, screenprinted clothing washes and ages well, for years, whereas digital really doesn't. At least that's my experience; would you agree?
Can you advertise products on my behalf, or do you guys only do the printing? How do I set up my own advertisements on tellicomunication software ? Cheers
Thanks for this informative video. I am looking to understand this a bit better. Is digital printing different from the rubber kind of heat transfer print? I ask this with respect to longevity and print quality of digital print. I know that the heat transfer or rubber-y material starts to peel or crack in a few washes. Will digital not peel or crack in the same way? and how many washes is it recommended to last for?
Digital print can still crack/peel/degrade if not looked after properly or the washing guides on the label are not followed. In general the lifecycle of a digital print is pretty comparable to screenprint
Durability is pretty like for like across the two styles of printing, as long as wash care label followed they should last just like any good quality product. Slight difference in feel if you get really specific, DTG print can feel a little more "textured".
you stated Silk Screen Quality is 2nd to none. So the Quality of the Digital Print? How many washes before the shirt no longer has the graphic you paid for on it?
Hey Simon, on paper and when washed according to the washcare instructions they should be equivalent. We've got digital tees that are many years old. In our experience we've found that screenprint is the most resistant to the widest variety of detergents and wash regimes outside of the advice on the label, whilst we've also found that digital prints are far easier for us to work with in our recycling program and have far more potential in terms of sustainability. If you want something for say, workwear at a busy restaurant screenprint is the way to go right now. For consumer products digital is proven.
Digital printing is another perfect example of how technology continues to reshape the landscape of replication and value. In the past, creating physical copies of anything-whether books, artwork, or documents-required significant time, labor, and material resources. The process was slower, more expensive, and required skilled labor for each copy produced. But now, with digital printing, we can replicate items with incredible speed and minimal effort, bypassing much of the traditional labor involved in the process. This shift further challenges the traditional notion of scarcity. The cost of replication is no longer tied to the labor or materials required to make each copy. Whether you're printing a book, a poster, or even custom products, digital printing allows us to produce an infinite number of copies without a proportional increase in cost or effort. The real resource now is the *idea* or the *design*-and in many ways, that becomes the new "scarcity" we focus on. Just as digital copies of information have become infinitely replicable, so too has physical replication become easier and more accessible. This further diminishes the need for traditional measures of value tied to labor and material scarcity. In a world where both digital and physical goods can be produced at near-zero marginal cost, we’re left to rethink what it truly means to create value. The question then becomes: *If labor, materials, and time are no longer the primary cost factors in producing goods, what becomes the true measure of value in this new world?* It may not be about how much labor goes into creating something, but rather the uniqueness of the idea, the experience it provides, or the personal touch that differentiates one creation from another. This shift aligns perfectly with the growing abundance we’re experiencing, especially as the digital world continues to expand. As technology eliminates the need for labor-intensive processes, we may need to reconsider what value truly means and how we distribute it, moving from scarcity-based models to those grounded in creativity, uniqueness, and shared experiences.
Please I am an advocate to screen printing because these digital printing press are very expensive and how many young enterprising designers can afford these digital stuffs? We here in Africa are to be pitied most, because in the future digital presses will become a monopoly business for the rich gurus out there and the hard working graphic designer who spent a lot of time to train will be a slave to those gurus. If digital, then the market price of these digital stuffs should be a wide gab and not to try and compete with screen printing enterprises. Thanks.
Tech creates change. Good or bad is up to you. For example, with Teemill you could build a brand in Africa and sell into the UK. You can't do that with a screenprint carousel :)
Straight to the point and gave me the answers I needed without watching a 20 minute video. Thanks!
You have given clear and compelling information. Thank you.
you're welcome, glad you found the info useful :)
@@Teemillstore where can I get a digital print to purchase?
I've ordered a t-shirt from you guys, the shirt colours are amazing. My only concern is, will the ink crack or fade e.g yellows and red it's printed on black t shirt. I notice the red doesn't stand out much. I just want to know if I wash the shirt inside out will the ink stay on. I want it to last.
Finally I get it!
I literally have no complaints lol I wish everyone explained things the way you did this.. I’d know everything lol
Thank you soooo much. You made it soooo clear. I'm a start up. Now I know what to choose
Cool video! I was wondering ~
Which one lasts longer after several washing cycles?
And as far as the tangible texture of the print goes, how different do the prints feel when you touch? Thanks! )
Quick and simple video that shows the process, thank you
Hello, thanks for the video! Can you please explain the difference between Digital & Roller Printing. Which printing is better if you need fabrics around 20 mtrs for the same design?
Perfect! Just what I needed to know and I'm going with the digital. Thanks
Which one starts to fade in the wash?
Honeslty saved my time! Thanks 🙏
Where can I buy one of those digital printing machine that are in the background?
Thanks alot bro your video really answered alot of my questions
No problem 👍
What method would you choose for very detailed artwork?
HI, what is the make and model of the DTG you have ? "RAPANUI"
Which one is better quality and will last longer?
Hi there, does digital work on Polyester or Spandex?
Nah we use only 100% organic cotton
What's the lowest cost digital printer for tees you would recommend? Does digital work on more complex materials like nylon webbing (for belts and such)?
we only use organic cotton. There are "cheap" printers but our customers expect retail quality so we're not that familiar with the budget end of the market machine wise, sorry
Every video on TH-cam has diff info regarding to this topic :( i am confused which one to go for.
I just wanted to clarify from a consumer perspective, isn't screenprinting superior to digital? In my experience, screenprinted clothing washes and ages well, for years, whereas digital really doesn't. At least that's my experience; would you agree?
Which one is more durable and is harder wearing
Hi, which process produces designs more durable/long-lasting on shirts?
Both same, at their best
You have given clear information, Really useful. Thank you
Can you advertise products on my behalf, or do you guys only do the printing? How do I set up my own advertisements on tellicomunication software ? Cheers
What kind of dtg printer do you use?
Thanks for this informative video. I am looking to understand this a bit better. Is digital printing different from the rubber kind of heat transfer print? I ask this with respect to longevity and print quality of digital print. I know that the heat transfer or rubber-y material starts to peel or crack in a few washes. Will digital not peel or crack in the same way? and how many washes is it recommended to last for?
Digital print can still crack/peel/degrade if not looked after properly or the washing guides on the label are not followed. In general the lifecycle of a digital print is pretty comparable to screenprint
This was extremely helpful - thanks a lot!
Glad it was helpful!
What about the design for digital?
Are the images in the screen created by hand or is there a machine (ie CnC) involved?
Hey for screen print lots of manual process involved, is a skilled job. Digital there's no screen it's automated, which is how we can do 1 at a time
how's the durability and feel for both? does digital printing leave thin layer on fabric just like heat transfer!!
Durability is pretty like for like across the two styles of printing, as long as wash care label followed they should last just like any good quality product. Slight difference in feel if you get really specific, DTG print can feel a little more "textured".
Really clear guidance - many thanks.
Which one will the ink last longer?
Lifecycle should be pretty much the same on either if the product is taken care of and wash care instructions followed :)
Well made video! 👍👍
What are the advantages and disadvantages of printing by hand and by machine?
Sore hands vs. lower prices and better quality / consistency when you have the right machinery
Great video
Very helpful. Thank you.
great resource
thanks for the clarification
What about digital printing with different materials like, ringspun, polyester, try blends, 50/50?
we only use natural materials because of our work on sustainability and circular economy. You can read more at teemill.com/remill
How would I digitally print on a mousepad? I am considering making a mousepad company but don't know where to start.
hey there's loads of products available inside Teemill, and we're adding more regularly.
Does Screen Printing crack in over time use? As same with digital printing hope I can get answers..😊😊😊😅
Thank you for that very useful info 🙏🏽👍🏽
you stated Silk Screen Quality is 2nd to none. So the Quality of the Digital Print? How many washes before the shirt no longer has the graphic you paid for on it?
If the wash care instructions are followed the lifespan of the print and the product are pretty much like-for-like
Is this the same as DTG?
Idk
very informative. thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Is digital printing and dtg printing same?
yep :)
Is Rapanui your main client?
hey, the team at Rapanui built the Teemill platform :)
Super helpful thank you
Does ur company do print on demand?
Yes
Can u send me a website. I’ma try n get a pod started
Sure, teemill.com is what you need
Can you advise on the best fabric blends for screen printing and digital printing? And, what’s more durable screen or digital?
We use 100% organic cotton
Can you do digital printing on a Dickies work shirt?
We only print our own products at the moment, due our our sustainability commitments
Do you have any other media pages or contact info where i could reach out to you on some serious business
Best way to speak to the team is by emailing us at hello@teemill.com
Very understanding
very nice, digital clothing
Great
How does digital print cope with washing. what's the life expectancy of the print?
Hey Simon, on paper and when washed according to the washcare instructions they should be equivalent. We've got digital tees that are many years old. In our experience we've found that screenprint is the most resistant to the widest variety of detergents and wash regimes outside of the advice on the label, whilst we've also found that digital prints are far easier for us to work with in our recycling program and have far more potential in terms of sustainability. If you want something for say, workwear at a busy restaurant screenprint is the way to go right now. For consumer products digital is proven.
Digital printing is another perfect example of how technology continues to reshape the landscape of replication and value. In the past, creating physical copies of anything-whether books, artwork, or documents-required significant time, labor, and material resources. The process was slower, more expensive, and required skilled labor for each copy produced. But now, with digital printing, we can replicate items with incredible speed and minimal effort, bypassing much of the traditional labor involved in the process.
This shift further challenges the traditional notion of scarcity. The cost of replication is no longer tied to the labor or materials required to make each copy. Whether you're printing a book, a poster, or even custom products, digital printing allows us to produce an infinite number of copies without a proportional increase in cost or effort. The real resource now is the *idea* or the *design*-and in many ways, that becomes the new "scarcity" we focus on.
Just as digital copies of information have become infinitely replicable, so too has physical replication become easier and more accessible. This further diminishes the need for traditional measures of value tied to labor and material scarcity. In a world where both digital and physical goods can be produced at near-zero marginal cost, we’re left to rethink what it truly means to create value.
The question then becomes: *If labor, materials, and time are no longer the primary cost factors in producing goods, what becomes the true measure of value in this new world?* It may not be about how much labor goes into creating something, but rather the uniqueness of the idea, the experience it provides, or the personal touch that differentiates one creation from another.
This shift aligns perfectly with the growing abundance we’re experiencing, especially as the digital world continues to expand. As technology eliminates the need for labor-intensive processes, we may need to reconsider what value truly means and how we distribute it, moving from scarcity-based models to those grounded in creativity, uniqueness, and shared experiences.
Please I am an advocate to screen printing because these digital printing press are very expensive and how many young enterprising designers can afford these digital stuffs? We here in Africa are to be pitied most, because in the future digital presses will become a monopoly business for the rich gurus out there and the hard working graphic designer who spent a lot of time to train will be a slave to those gurus. If digital, then the market price of these digital stuffs should be a wide gab and not to try and compete with screen printing enterprises. Thanks.
Tech creates change. Good or bad is up to you. For example, with Teemill you could build a brand in Africa and sell into the UK. You can't do that with a screenprint carousel :)
FREE!?!
Teemill is a store builder and print on demand service that is free to set up and run, yes. teemill.com
Which ll wash away soon