Print Vendors List

Possible Questions for Your Print Vendor

For print services:

  • Can you provide a quote estimate for my project?
  • What are your artwork requirements for my project?
    Possible requirements you might inquire about:
    • Dimensions?
    • File type?
    • Resolution?
    • Do you have a template we should work off of for bleeds, crops, trim, and safe areas?
  • What paper stock would you recommend for my project?
  • What is the expected turnaround time for this quote?
  • Do you deliver? If so, how is this cost calculated?
  • Do you have any additional costs we should be aware of?
  • Can you provide a hardcopy proof (sample print) of my project prior to printing? Is that an additional charge?
  • Are you a union shop? And/or can you tell us more about your labor practices?
  • Do you have any recommendations for more environmentally friendly materials to use for my project?

For screen printing on apparel:

  • Can you provide quote estimates for the following services?
    • # of units: ___
      (broken down by size if you know)
    • # of print colors: ___
      (broken down by side of garment being printed on)
    • Type and color of apparel: ___
      (ask for recommendations if you don’t have a wholesale brand selected or need help matching colors)
  • What garment options would you recommend for [garment type]s that meet these requirements: _____?
    Possible requirements you might inquire about:
    • Comfortable
    • CPSIA safety compliant
    • WRAP certified
    • Made in USA
    • Eco-friendly
      (You’ll want to define what parameters you look for in terms of sustainability practices.)
  • Are you a union shop? And/or can you tell us more about your labor practices?
  • What kind of printing services do you offer for apparel?
  • Do you have a setup fee or any additional costs we should be aware of?
  • What are your print requirements and print-area dimensions?
  • What is the expected turnaround time for this quote?
  • Do you deliver? If so, how is this cost calculated?
  • Do you use phthalate-free inks?

Check out the full bombilla Printer Guide here!