Why choose it
Advantages
- Adds a retail-style finish to garments
- Produces a highly tactile and eye-catching result
- Can be combined with one-colour screen printing to add dimension to a design
- Creates durable, long-lasting apparel branding
Printing method
Puff printing for raised apparel branding.
Puff print is a specialty screen-printing process used for branding apparel. A special ink expands during curing to create a raised, textured, three-dimensional finish. It is best suited to bold logos, large typography and simple graphic elements where a tactile look is desired.
Method guide
Advantages, limitations and artwork requirements.
Choose puff print when a bold, raised retail-style finish matters more than fine detail or exact colour matching. Greatrex will confirm garment compatibility, artwork setup, print size and available puff colours before production.
Before choosing
Limitations
- Not suitable for fine detail, thin lines or gradients
- Small text and tight spacing may close as the ink expands
- Exact colour matching cannot be guaranteed
- Expansion can vary slightly across different garment types
- Available in one puff colour per artwork
Production ready
Artwork requirements
- Supply editable vector artwork
- Bitmap files should be above 300 DPI at final print size
- Use a minimum line thickness of 3mm
- Keep negative space and open gaps at least 4mm
- Convert fonts to outlines or objects
How ordering works
Start with the product, then choose the decoration.
The right print method depends on the product material, shape, print area, logo detail, number of colours, quantity and deadline.
- Choose the product or send Greatrex the product type you need.
- Share your logo, quantity, required date and delivery location.
- Greatrex checks the decoration method and prepares the quote path.
Quote details that help
Product, quantity, logo file, colours, branding position, deadline, delivery location and any special packaging or kitting needs.
Bulk order support
Need help with branding, quantities or deadlines?
Send the product, logo and deadline. Greatrex can help choose the right decoration method and quote the job correctly.
Is Puff print suitable for every product?
No. The product material, shape and print area decide whether puff print is suitable. Greatrex can check this before quoting.
What artwork file should I send?
A vector logo file is best where available. PDF, EPS, AI or SVG files usually give the cleanest result, but Greatrex can review what you have.
Can Greatrex help choose between print methods?
Yes. Send the product, quantity, logo and deadline, and Greatrex can recommend the branding method that best fits the product and budget.