Texcraft Opaque Base

Texcraft Opaque Base

Texcraft Opaque Base

The Texcraft Opaque Base is a specialist screen-printing paste designed to serve as a high-opacity under-base for subsequent print layers on darker garments, or as a stand-alone printable base. It is formulated to deliver maximum white or light-colour cover, smooth printing through mesh, and compatibility with the Deco system of inks and pigments.

Benefits

  • Key component when printing on dark textiles or when bright colour coverage is needed.
  • Allows studios to build combinations (base + ink) for full-colour output on any garment colour.
  • Supports higher production value output without needing multiple layers of colour ink alone.
  • Compatible with water-based systems, retaining softer hand compared to heavy plastisol under-bases.
  • Ideal for print studios or makers expanding into dark-garment workflows or full-colour apparel.

Perfect For:

  • Under-base layer on black or dark t-shirts prior to colour print for vibrant results.
  • Printing bold white graphics or large areas of light colour on dark fabrics.
  • High-impact accessories (bags, outerwear) where coverage and contrast are key.
  • Studios introducing dark-garment lines for their brand or clients.
  • Prototype or small batch production requiring a complete print solution on dark colours.
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  • High-opacity base paste suitable for dark garments or contrast printing; mix with pigment colours if needed.
  • Designed for screen-printing; select coarse mesh (e.g., ~55-80 T) where maximum deposit is required.
  • Pre-print base layer, flash or cure according to substrate, then over-print colour layers as required.
  • Ensure thorough mixing of paste before using; pre-test on substrate to verify coverage.
  • Clean screens thoroughly after base use—high deposit pastes can clog mesh.

  • Use correct mesh count and squeegee hardness to deposit enough base without creating stiff print hand.
  • After base layer print, ensure proper flash or drying stage before over-printing colours.
  • Test compatibility of base + colour inks to avoid lifting or migration over time.
  • Maintain strong screen cleaning regimen; base pastes leave heavier deposit and risk mesh clog.
  • Record mesh, ink, deposit thickness and substrate for reproducible results.

Resources

Texcraft Deco Fabric Printing Ink Instructions

Texcraft Deco Fabric Printing Ink SDS

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