What Are the Top Ways to Remove Partially Cured Inks From Screens?

by Kevin Cook| in Printing Business on March 25, 2021 1298 /

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Last Updated on: 3rd April 2024, 04:48 am

Remove excess ink from the screen with the squeegee by tilting the screen at a 45-degree angle.

• Keep the table covered with old newspapers or drop cloth used during screening to prevent any ink spills.
• Repeat the process of passing the squeegee from one end of the screen to the opposite end
• Push the leftover ink into the ink well and pour the excess into the ink container.
• Run warm water over the screen in a side-to-side motion.

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• Flip the screen over and lightly coat the screen with mild dishwashing detergent to wash off.
• Brush the detergent into the screen in a side-to-side motion.
• Avoid applying heavy pressure in areas where the ink has caked.
• Allow the screen to dry for a minimum of 24 hours.
• For oil-based ink and plastisol ink pour mineral spirits and rub on the screen gently in a circular motion.
• If the paint continues to lodge, pour a small amount of paint thinner and rub.
• Wash off oil-based ink immediately after printing to avoid drying or cracking.

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