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Which Screen Printing Kit is Right for Your Shop?

Which Screen Printing Kit is Right for Your Shop?  | Screenprinting.com

Robb Cummings |

Which Screen Printing Kit is Right for You?

So you’re looking to start up a shop, but don’t know where to start. Maybe you want to upgrade your equipment, but hate comparison shopping. Well, there’s a solution. Buying a screen printing kit can be a great way to get all your equipment and supplies with one click. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for a shop upgrade, there’s a kit for you. How do you know which screen printing kit is right for you? Let’s break it down.

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Brand New to Screen Printing

Do cool t-shirt ideas keep popping into your head? Are you looking for a new creative hobby to express yourself? Maybe you’ve been following DIY printers like Salt & Pine Co. or Pigskins & Pigtails, and now you’re ready to dive in yourself. Or perhaps you run a small business and want to make your own merch.

When you’re brand new to screen printing, you just need the basics to get started.

Pigskins & Pigtails Screen Printing Starter Kit | Screenprinting.com

Prefer something ultra beginner-friendly and inspired by DIY? Check out the Pigskins & Pigtails Screen Printing Starter Kit. It’s designed with first-time printers in mind and helps you start printing fast with minimal fuss.

Looking for a more production-ready setup? Say hello to the Riley 150 Kits — a great way to test drive screen printing without breaking the bank. These kits come with essential equipment: a press, a flash dryer, and an exposure unit.

There are two versions: one with everything included, and one that's equipment only. Want to check off your full supply list in a few clicks? Go for the Complete Kit. Prefer to choose your own ink and screens? Grab the Equipment-Only Kit.

A man with glasses and a beanie bends to inspect a print on a Riley Hopkins 150 press

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Currently a Side Hustle, Goal to Make It a Full-Time Job

If you’ve had some experience with screen printing and are ready to level up, check out the Riley 250 Screen Printing Kits.

Each kit includes a Riley Hopkins 250 Press, flash dryer, and exposure unit.

Need full supplies? Go with the 250 Complete Kit. Budget-conscious? Try the 250 Enhanced Kit.

A man holds a flash dryer over a print on a Riley Hopkins 250 press

Already stocked on supplies? Check out the Riley 250 Equipment-Only Kit.

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Full-Blown Production Shop

Riley Hopkins 360 Plus Screen Printing Full Shop Package | Screenprinting.com

For high-volume shops, the Riley Hopkins 360 kits & packages include top-tier gear — RIP software, conveyor dryer, flash dryer, washout booth, and more. These are for the serious production shops looking to have a full professional set up with everything needed for high-quality output. 

Chart comparing Riley Hopkins screen printing kits

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Ready for an Auto

Riley Hopkins 360 Screen Printing Auto-Ready Shop | Screenprinting.com

Want to future-proof your manual shop for auto? Check out the Riley Hopkins 360 Auto-Ready Shop. This package will set you up for future expansion, or complement your auto with equipment that will keep up with high-volume production. 

Includes the 8 Color 6 Station Riley 360, RileyCure Forced Air Dryer, and Baselayr Y3942 Exposure Unit.

A printer holds a shirt up at the end of a conveyor dryer in a shop

Buying a kit can save you time, money, and effort when setting up the shop of your dreams. Have questions? Reach out via the chat icon at the bottom right of the site.