# Decoration Comparison Table

### Choosing the Right Decoration Method

Not all decoration methods are created equal — each technique has its strengths depending on your artwork, garment type, and budget. The table above is designed to help you quickly compare the most popular methods we offer at Print Room NZ.

**Here’s a quick breakdown:**

* **Screen printing** (including puff and high-density) is great for larger runs and bold, flat designs — ideal for tees, hoodies, and tote bags.
* **Embroidery** and **puff embroidery** give a premium, long-lasting finish that works well on caps, polos, and outerwear.
* **Appliqué** is perfect for larger text and heavyweight garments, giving a varsity-style layered effect.
* **Heat press and silicone transfers** are ideal for sharp detail, fast turnaround, and technical gear like activewear.
* **Patches** (embroidered, woven, PVC) are great for branding on caps, jackets, and bags — and work well when sewn or heat-pressed on.
* **CAD cut vinyl** is your go-to for personalising individual items like names and numbers — with no minimums required.

### Decoration Method Comparison Table

| **Method**              | **Best For**                                  | **Min Qty** | **Artwork Style**                                | **Key Features**                                                         |
| ----------------------- | --------------------------------------------- | ----------- | ------------------------------------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Screenprint**         | Tees, totes, hoodies, tea towels crew necks   | 24+         | Bold logos, illustrations, multi-colour art      | Crisp, long-lasting print; soft with water-based inks                    |
| **Puff Screenprint**    | Streetwear, minimal designs, small highlights | 24+         | Simple logos or outlines                         | Ink puffs up when cured; raised, textured finish                         |
| **High Density Print**  | Premium merch, text or logos that need depth  | 24+         | Simple shapes, bold lines                        | Sharp, elevated rubbery print with a sculpted feel                       |
| **Embroidery**          | Polos, caps, jackets, fleece, beanies         | 12–24+      | Logos, text 4mm or higher, vector-style graphics | Durable and textured; ideal for workwear and premium garments            |
| **Appliqué**            | Heavy garments, varsity/collegiate styles     | 12+         | Large text or numbers                            | Layered fabric stitched onto garments; bold, textured look               |
| **Puff Embroidery**     | Caps, hoodies, outerwear                      | 12+         | Thick block text or bold logos                   | 3D-raised embroidery using foam underlay                                 |
| **Heat Press Transfer** | Sportswear, event merch, name personalisation | 24+         | Detailed or photographic artwork                 | Vivid colour, fast turnaround, great for gradients and low-quantity runs |
| **Silicone Transfer**   | Activewear, high-performance gear             | 50+         | Modern logos or minimal branding                 | Flexible, high-build soft-touch transfer; water and sweat resistant      |
| **Embroidered Patch**   | Outerwear, hats, backpacks                    | 50+         | Detailed logos with solid colours                | High durability; stitched directly or heat pressed/sewn onto garments    |
| **Woven Patch**         | Hats, uniforms, retro-inspired merch          | 50+         | Fine detail and small text                       | Clean, flat finish; best for high-detail designs                         |
| **PVC Patch**           | Caps, jackets, workwear, outdoor gear         | 100+        | Bold logos, simple icons                         | Waterproof, durable, and 3D; modern and rugged finish                    |
| **CAD Cut Vinyl**       | One-off names, numbers, small custom runs     | 12+         | Block text or simple logos                       | Ideal for personalisation; no setup required; fast production            |


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