Specialty Ink Printing in Channelview – Puff, Glow & Metallic T-Shirts

Want your shirts to stand out at a school rally, church event, or vendor booth in Channelview? Basic printing gets the job done—but specialty inks make your shirts unforgettable.

At Houston Screen Printing and Embroidery, we help Channelview teams take their t-shirts to the next level with puff, glow-in-the-dark, and metallic ink printing—perfect for youth groups, community events, and high-visibility branding.


What Are Specialty Inks?

These are advanced ink types that add texture, shimmer, or glow to your shirt design:

  • 🧱 Puff Ink – Adds a raised, 3D texture to your design

  • Metallic Ink – Reflective shine (gold, silver, rose gold)

  • 🌙 Glow-in-the-Dark – Charges in light, glows in darkness

These are still screen printed, just with added flair—and work great in bulk orders of 48+ shirts.


Who Should Use Specialty Ink in Channelview?

Great for:

  • 🏫 Schools: Spirit weeks, pep rallies, field days

  • 🙏 Churches: Youth events, glow nights, mission trips

  • 🏃 Community Events: Night runs, festivals, holiday parades

  • 🧑🎤 Local Bands/Creatives: Limited merch drops

  • 🛍️ Retail Brands: Launch kits, bold booth giveaways

If you’re already printing shirts—why not go bold?


Puff Ink – Add Texture That Pops

🧱 Puff ink rises when cured, giving a bold, tactile finish.

Perfect for:

  • School mascots

  • Block text and short words

  • Streetwear-inspired designs

  • Youth event shirts

💡 Works best on mid-weight tees (like Gildan 5000) and darker colors for contrast.


Glow-in-the-Dark Ink – Nighttime Fun

🌙 Glow ink is a hit with:

  • Church youth events and lock-ins

  • Night runs or community walks

  • VBS and kids’ camp shirts

  • Halloween or night-themed events

Charges with indoor or sunlight and glows green in the dark.


Metallic Ink – Premium, Reflective Shine

✨ Metallic ink offers a bold, luxe look:

  • Great for gold or silver logos

  • Excellent on black, navy, or maroon tees

  • Perfect for high-end events, merch, or sponsor shirts

Use it sparingly for best results—high contrast is key.


Specialty Ink Printing Costs

Adding puff, glow, or metallic ink raises costs slightly:

Ink Type Add-On Cost (est.)
Puff Ink +$0.75–$1.00 per shirt
Glow Ink +$0.50–$0.85 per shirt
Metallic Ink +$0.65–$1.25 per shirt

✅ You can combine regular and specialty ink in one design to control costs.


Bulk Orders = Maximum Impact

Specialty ink makes the most sense when:

  • You need 48+ shirts

  • You want attendees to remember the gear

  • You're aiming for wow-factor at the event or online

📸 These shirts look incredible in group photos and reels.


Why Channelview Clients Trust Us

✅ We print in-house = no middleman, fast service
✅ We test and prep each design before bulk printing
✅ Real shirt and ink samples available
✅ Sorted shirts = easy handout at your event
✅ Rush printing available when needed


🚀 Let’s Print Specialty Shirts for Your Channelview Event

Whether it’s glow for a youth rally, puff ink for a school design, or metallic branding for a merch drop—we’ve got you covered with clean, bold specialty ink options.

📧 Email: sales@houstonscreenprintingandembroidery.com
🌐 Website: www.houstonscreenprintingandembroidery.com

👉 Request your specialty ink quote today—and make your next shirt project one to remember.

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