Screen Printing FAQ
Minimums, turnaround, payment, sizes, ink colors and artwork: answers to the questions we hear most.
How do I place an order?
Request a quote with our online quote form, call (316) 788-1550, email [email protected], or stop by in person (Tue–Fri 10am–5pm) at our shop at 703 N. Buckner in Derby. DTF gang sheets can be ordered online with our Gang Sheet Builder; custom apparel, embroidery and promotional items are quoted first.
How do I pay for an order?
An order requires 50% down before any work is done. The remaining amount is due when the order is delivered. If an order is being shipped, the remaining amount is due before it ships. Purchase orders are considered at our discretion.
What is the turnaround time?
It depends on what you order. Our typical turnaround is 10–14 days, but depending on the artwork and stock quantities, additional time may be required.
Is there a minimum order?
We do not have minimums. We do charge setup fees on orders of fewer than 24 shirts: $10 per print location, per color.
What sizes are available?
It depends on the shirt manufacturer, but in most cases we offer infant onesies, toddler sizes, youth sizes YXS (2–4), YS (6–8), YM (10–12) and YL (14–16), and adult sizes S through 2XL. Some styles go up to 6XL, though color choices may be limited.
Can I mix shirt sizes and shirt types?
Yes. The cost per shirt is based on the shirt type and quantity, and the printed image will be the same for all shirt types in the same position. Otherwise it may be handled as a separate order or an additional charge.
Can I bring my own shirts to be printed?
Yes, as long as the shirts are new and unwashed. Pricing is based on quantity, print colors and print locations, and shirts not purchased from Shirts Plus have a setup fee.
How many ink colors can a design have?
We run a 6-color press, so a design can use a combination of up to 6 different screens.
What file formats should I send for artwork?
Vector files work best: Adobe Illustrator .AI, .EPS or .PDF with all text converted to outlines, at 300 DPI for any raster elements. Very high-resolution .JPG files can sometimes work. CorelDraw .CDR files need to be converted to .EPS.
Do you charge for artwork?
It depends on how much work is needed. If your art only needs minimal work to print, there is no charge. File conversion, touch-up or a complete design is charged accordingly. Many customers start with a rough sketch and we turn it into print-ready art.
Do you do embroidery and promotional items?
Yes. Along with automatic and manual screen printing, we offer custom embroidery and promotional products. We can print on t-shirts, sweatshirts, caps, visors and specialty items.
What areas do you serve?
We are located in Derby, Kansas and serve Derby, Wichita, Mulvane, Haysville, Andover, Rose Hill, Udall and customers across Kansas.
Have more questions? Contact us.
Ready to get a quote?
Send us your idea, a rough sketch, sizes and colors. We will take it from there.