Screen Printing Cost Explanation
At Ridgeline Printing, we work hard to keep prices low so your church can focus more resources on ministry. To help you understand how screen printing pricing works, here are the key factors that affect costs:
Apparel Choice: The item itself usually makes up most of the cost. You can get a general idea by checking similar items on Amazon (though keep in mind we charge you less than retail prices).
Number of Print Locations: Each print location (like front, back, or sleeve) adds to the cost because it requires an extra screen and an additional run through the machine. The fewer locations, the lower the cost.
Ink Colors Per Location: More ink colors mean more screens and more runs through the machine. A single ink color is quickest and cheapest, while multiple colors (we can do up to 10) increase both the complexity and cost.
Quantity Ordered: The more items you order, the lower the cost per piece for printing (even though the apparel vendor charges the same for 1 item as for 1,000). The price breaks for printing can be found here.
Print-Ready Files: If you submit a file that’s fully print-ready, the cost will be lower. However, if your file needs adjustments or setup, we may need to send it off for proper formatting, which will increase the cost depending on how much work will be done on your file.