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When it comes to deciding between the 2 you should keep four factors in mind: details, colour, fading and quantity.

1. Detail: Screen printing is excellent for detailed designs. Vinyl printing allows for some details, but most will be lost.
2. Colour: For vibrant colours, screen printing will always be the better option as it allows you to chose from a larger range of colours which can easily be blended to create gradients!
3. Fading: Screen printing will last longer than vinyl T-shirt printing as it is more durable to wear and tear/washing. Vinyl printed clothing will however still last for at least a few years.
4. Quantity: Vinyl printing is often used for smaller volumes (up to 12 items) as it is less time consuming than screen printing. The method of screen printing is perfect for bulk volumes (12 + items) as the set up stays the same for each item.

Screen Printing

Pros:

• Better ink quality, thus longer-lasting prints.
• Easy to produce high volume orders in a short amount of time.
• Cost-effective for high-volume orders.
• Compatible with just about any fabric on the market.

Cons:

• Requires a big work area, thus a difficult option for someone who wants to start their business at home.
• Expensive equipment and ink when bought upfront.
• Multi coloured designs take time.

Heat Transfer Printing

Pros:

• High-quality prints comparable to screen printing.
• Cost-effective for low-volume orders.
• Mess is little to none.
• Works great for both full-colour and min-colour designs.

Cons:

• Incorrect heat transfer may lead to the designs cracking and fading fast.
• Fairly intensive to learn.
• High-volume orders can be expensive and time-consuming.

Direct to Garment (DTG) Printing

Pros:

• Can print complex designs without any colour limits.
• Shorter setup time than screen printing.
• Not as messy as other methods.
• Ink gets “injected” directly into fabric for a smooth, long-lasting print.

Cons:

• Best suited for cotton. Colours will not be as bright of other fabrics.
• Awfully expensive equipment.
• Colours may appear faded over time.
• Requires upkeep.

Modern: Focusses on bold colors, abstract shapes, and modern designs.

Abstract: Perfect for living spaces!

Family Photos: All kinds of family photos look great on canvas, whether it’s from a family reunion or photos with pets.

Quotes: It helps brighten up the room!

Landscapes: They always look super on a canvas! Whether it’s from a family trip or a local site. It is important to ensure that the quality is high enough before printing.

Maps: Map designs are another popular option for a canvas print.