Why Does Printing on a Black Shirt Need an Underbase? How Bright Ink Stays Bright on Dark Fabric

October 15, 2026 — The Printing Needle

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You send in bright red artwork for a black shirt. The proof looks great. Then you picture the result and wonder: why would red ink show up on a black...

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