Specialty Ink Printing in Deer Park – Puff, Metallic & Glow Options

Want your next batch of shirts to stand out? Specialty inks—like puff, metallic, and glow—take basic screen printing to the next level. Whether you're planning a youth event, spirit day, or branded merch drop, these effects will make your design pop.

At Houston Screen Printing and Embroidery, we help Deer Park groups create custom shirts that look bold, feel different, and spark attention.

What Are Specialty Inks?

Specialty inks enhance your design with texture, light, or movement. These aren’t your average flat prints—they're attention-grabbers that make people stop and ask, “Where’d you get that shirt?”

We offer:

  • 🧱 Puff Ink – Raised texture for 3D effect

  • ✨ Metallic Ink – Shiny, reflective finish

  • 🌙 Glow-in-the-Dark Ink – Lights up in dark spaces

1. Puff Ink – Add 3D Depth

✅ Great For:

  • Bold fonts and logos

  • Youth events or streetwear

  • Group giveaways and team shirts

Puff ink expands when cured, adding real texture to your logo. It’s soft, long-lasting, and makes basic tees look custom.

2. Metallic Ink – Reflective & Sharp

✅ Best Uses:

  • Awards and recognition shirts

  • Special occasion or donor gear

  • Promo drops and retail merch

We offer metallic gold, silver, rose gold, and other custom tones. Ideal for brands or events that want a polished, upscale vibe.

3. Glow Ink – Light Up the Night

✅ Perfect For:

  • Church youth nights

  • Community glow runs or lock-ins

  • School STEM events or dances

Glow-in-the-dark ink charges in sunlight or artificial light, then glows in dark rooms—perfect for events with low lighting or fun photo ops.

Smart Ways to Use Specialty Ink in Deer Park

🎓 Schools: Puff team names, glow ink for field day
🙏 Churches: Youth ministry drops, lock-in shirts
🧰 Businesses: Metallic logo for launch or holiday promos
🏃 Events: 5K shirts with glowing dates or hashtags
🎁 Retail: Puff ink branding for custom merch kits

You don’t need 1,000 shirts to go bold—minimums start at 48 pieces.

Best Shirts for Specialty Ink

We recommend:

  • 👕 Gildan 5000 – Great for puff and glow

  • 🎽 Bella+Canvas 3001 – Smooth, soft, premium feel

  • 🧥 Hoodies or long sleeves for winter merch

  • 👶 Youth sizes available for schools and events

We’ll match the shirt fabric and color to your ink style for max contrast and durability.

What It Costs

✅ Specialty ink adds $0.50–$1.50 per piece depending on the ink
✅ Combine standard and specialty ink for mixed impact
✅ Still available under our bulk pricing tiers:

Quantity Tier
48–143 Bulk Value
144+ Best Price 💰

Our team helps you maximize visual impact—without blowing your budget.

Why Use Specialty Inks?

  • 📷 Better photos for social media

  • 🛍️ Shirts people actually want to keep

  • 🗣️ More conversation around your brand

  • 🎯 Make your event more memorable

Your gear shouldn’t be boring—make it something people notice and wear again.

🚀 Let’s Print Specialty Shirts in Deer Park

Want to upgrade your next print order with puff, glow, or metallic ink? We’ll help you design it, print it clean, and deliver it fast—all right here from Houston, serving the Deer Park community.

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

👉 Request your specialty shirt quote now—and make your gear something they’ll remember.

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