# Decoration Type(s)

At Print Room, we offer a full range of in-house decoration methods to suit different garments, designs, and budgets. Each method has its strengths, and our team can help you choose the best option for your project.

#### [Screen printing](/production-capabilities/screen-printing.md)

* **What it is:** Ink is pushed through a mesh screen to create bold, durable prints. We use only **water-based inks** for a soft, breathable feel and a more sustainable finish.
* **Best for:** T-shirts, hoodies, tote bags, tea towels, and large artwork areas.
* **Why choose it:** Cost-effective for larger runs, sharp and vibrant results, and the option for specialty inks (metallic, puff, glow-in-the-dark).
* **Limitations:** Price increases with the number of colours; minimum order of 24 garments.

#### [Embroidery](/production-capabilities/embroidery.md)

* **What it is:** Your design is stitched directly into the garment using our Tajima embroidery machines. We can embroider up to **12 thread colours** per design.
* **Best for:** Caps, polos, jackets, fleece, uniforms, and outerwear.
* **Why choose it:** Premium, long-lasting finish that adds texture and dimension. Options include puff embroidery, appliqué, and woven patches.
* **Limitations:** Small text or highly detailed designs may not stitch well; minimum order of 12 units for outerwear and 24 for other garments.

#### [Heat press transfers](/production-capabilities/heat-transfer.md)

* **What it is:** Designs are printed onto transfer sheets and then heat-pressed onto garments. At Print Room we offer several types:
  * **Supacolour** – Full-colour, vibrant transfers with soft feel.
  * **DTF (Direct-to-Film)** – Great for gradients, photos, and fine detail.
  * **Vinyl** – Ideal for names, numbers, and one-off personalisation.
  * **Specialty options** – Puff vinyl, silicone high build, and press-on patches.
* **Best for:** Technical fabrics, activewear, short runs, or detailed multi-colour artwork.
* **Why choose it:** Unlimited colours, sharp detail, and fast turnaround.
* **Limitations:** Not as cost-effective for very large bulk runs compared to screen printing.

#### Finishing services

Beyond decoration, we can add retail-ready finishing touches, including:

* **Relabelling** (woven or printed neck tags)
* **Custom woven pips and labels**
* **Sewn patches (embroidered, woven, or chenille)**
* **Laser engraving** on products like drink bottles, pens, and wood items


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