Glossery

• Screen Printing A printing method where ink is pushed through a stencil/screen onto fabric. Common for bold, multi-colour designs on tees, hoodies, tote bags, and more. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Puff Screenprint A variation of screen printing where ink rises and hardens to create a raised, textured or 3D effect. Great for streetwear or small highlights. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• High-Density Print Similar to puff print but creates a sculpted, rubbery finish, adding depth to simple shapes or logos. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Embroidery Decorating garments with stitched thread designs—ideal for textured, durable branding on polos, caps, jackets, and fleeces. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Puff Embroidery A 3D embroidery effect where foam underlay lifts the stitching, creating a raised design—often used on caps and hoodies. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Appliqué Layering fabric pieces onto garments (e.g. varsity-style letters or numbers), resulting in a bold, textured effect—popular on heavy garments. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Heat Press Transfer Applying printed designs onto apparel via heat—the method suits detailed or photographic artwork. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Silicone Transfer A flexible, sweat- and water-resistant transfer method often used on activewear. Provides a soft touch. Typically requires minimum order quantities. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Embroidered / Woven / PVC Patches Pre-made designs that are sewn or heat-pressed onto garments. Each type offers different looks—from classic to rugged or retro. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• CAD Cut Vinyl Using computer-cut vinyl to personalize items (e.g. names/numbers)—perfect for one-offs, with no minimum order requirement. (help.theprintroom.nz)

Technical & Material Terms

• MagnaColours® Water‑Based Inks High-quality inks that soak into fabric, giving a soft feel and matte finish. They are eco-friendly, PVC- and phthalate-free, and safer for both the environment and workers. Certified by GOTS, OEKO‑TEX®, and more. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Plastisol Ink Traditional screen printing ink that sits on the fabric surface. It is durable but less breathable, contains PVC, and requires harsh solvent cleanup. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• GOTS‑Certified / OEKO‑TEX® Eco Passport / ZDHC / Bluesign® Environmental and safety certifications that ensure inks and materials meet high standards for organic, non-toxic, and low-impact production. (help.theprintroom.nz)

Ordering & Operational Terms

• Bespoke Merch Custom-made merchandise not typically held in stock, often needing more production time or special handling. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Pre‑Order Store An online storefront hosted by Print Room letting customers sell merch before producing it. Ideal for events, fundraisers, and managing stock risk-free. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Spreadsheet Orders A manual ordering method using a shared spreadsheet to collect sizes, colours, details, and quantities—especially useful for group orders. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• myPR Ordering Portal A dashboard system for businesses to reorder stock, view order history, track job status, and access pre-approved catalog items. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) The smallest quantity accepted for production for a given decoration or item (e.g. 24 units for screen printing, 12 for embroidery outerwear, 50+ for some accessories). (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Rush Service Faster-than-normal turnaround available for select in-stock items (like black/white tees). Standard orders take 7–10 working days; rush can be as fast as 3 working days. Offshore orders take longer. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Pre‑Production Sample / Photo A physical or photographic sample shown before bulk production begins—usually available for larger orders or bespoke items. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Proof A digital mockup of your design on the chosen garment, showing placement, colour, and size. Requires sign-off before production begins. (help.theprintroom.nz)

• Split Shipping Not detailed in the excerpt, but generally refers to sending parts of an order to different locations or stages—likely outlined under “Shipping Locations / Timeframes.” (Term referenced in navigation menu but not explained in text.) (help.theprintroom.nz