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Ink smearing

Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2014 8:42 am
by PippiL
Hello… I am in need of direction on the best way to control the rubbing off of ink when printing on fabric. I have read up on many solutions
such as using matte black, washing off excess ink, varnishing media after printing, etc…

I am curious if anyone can help me out in what is the best approach in tackling this problem.

The fabrics I am using are burlap and canvas. I am using the cannon IPF6400.

Thanks to anyone who can help me out.

Pippi

Re: Ink smearing

Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2014 1:30 pm
by d fleming
So you are using a 24" inkjet to print direct to fabric?

Re: Ink smearing

Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2014 1:48 pm
by PippiL
Yes, the graphics look great but there is an issue with ink rubbing off.

Re: Ink smearing

Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2014 2:30 pm
by d fleming
I bet there is. That isn't what that machine is made to do. Sounds like you need to print heat transfer or go dye sub depending on your end product

Re: Ink smearing

Posted: Sat Dec 13, 2014 2:54 pm
by PippiL
Learned yesterday, I need to use FabriSign fabric for pigmented ink.
Did not know that and I thought I read up on everything I need to know.How about I would do a canvas screen print for wall covering, would I have to put a coat on afterwards ?

Re: Ink smearing

Posted: Mon Dec 15, 2014 4:24 pm
by d fleming
phototex is a fine product for wall murals