Specialty Ink Printing in Friendswood – Puff, Glow & Metallic Options

Tired of basic t-shirts? Want your group, church, or business to stand out at events? Specialty inks—like puff, glow-in-the-dark, and metallic—are the perfect way to give your shirts a bold, high-end look.

At Houston Screen Printing and Embroidery, we help Friendswood clients add style and impact to their bulk screen printing orders using specialty inks—printed in-house, delivered fast.

What Are Specialty Inks?

Unlike standard inks, specialty inks add texture, shine, or effects that catch attention.

We offer:

  • 🧱 Puff Ink: Raised, 3D texture you can feel

  • ✨ Metallic Ink: Reflective shimmer (silver, gold, rose gold)

  • 🌙 Glow-in-the-Dark Ink: Lights up under blacklight or in the dark

These effects turn a standard tee into a conversation piece—and work well on both youth and adult gear.

Best Uses in Friendswood

🎓 Schools: Spirit shirts, class events, club promos
🙏 Churches: Youth nights, ministry shirts, mission trips
🏃 Events: Glow runs, community walks, family reunions
🛍️ Retail: Merch drops, boutique brands
🧑🎤 Bands & Creatives: Limited-edition artist tees

💡 You don’t need a huge order to go bold—minimums start at 48 shirts.

Shirt Types That Work Best

  • 👕 Gildan 5000: Affordable, handles puff and glow ink well

  • 🎽 Bella+Canvas 3001: Premium feel, great for metallic detail

  • 🧥 Hoodies & long sleeves work for cooler seasons

  • 🧒 Youth sizing available for school and church orders

We’ll help you match the right fabric and ink for best results.

What to Expect from Each Ink

🧱 Puff Ink

  • Adds raised, foamy texture

  • Great for bold fonts, mascots, and short words

  • Soft to the touch but durable

  • Ideal for youth gear, streetwear, or standout group shirts

✨ Metallic Ink

  • Adds luxury or glam to simple designs

  • Available in gold, silver, rose gold, and custom mixes

  • Looks sharp on black, navy, or dark colors

  • Great for VIP shirts, giveaways, or launches

🌙 Glow-in-the-Dark Ink

  • Charges in sunlight or artificial light

  • Glows green in the dark or under blacklight

  • Great for night events or youth groups

  • Adds fun and novelty to basic shirts

Bulk Pricing Details

Adding specialty ink increases your cost by $0.50–$1.50 per shirt, depending on the effect and design size. That’s still very affordable compared to custom vinyl or embroidery.

Quantity Tier
48–143 Bulk Pricing Tier 1
144+ Best Value Tier 💸

You can combine standard and specialty ink in one order—e.g., standard front, puff logo on sleeve.

Why Friendswood Clients Choose Specialty Ink

✅ Better engagement at events
✅ More brand visibility online
✅ Keepsake-quality shirts people want to wear
✅ Gives your message a modern, bold look

If you’re doing shirts anyway—why not stand out?

Why Choose Us

✅ We print everything in-house = better quality control
✅ Fast turnaround = 5–7 business days
✅ Expert advice on shirt type, placement & layout
✅ No design? We’ll help you create one
✅ Bulk order support for schools, churches & events

We’ll make your next Friendswood shirt drop your best one yet.

🚀 Let’s Print Specialty Shirts in Friendswood

Ready to elevate your t-shirts with puff, glow, or metallic ink? We’ll help you design it, print it, and deliver it—fast, local, and affordable.

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

👉 Request your specialty shirt quote now—and make your Friendswood gear shine.

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