Los Angeles, CA is a global hub for fashion, entertainment, and sports apparel. To keep up with demand, decorators rely on premium screen printing supplies. Buckets of Ink provides high-quality inks, emulsions, mesh, and screens trusted by print shops across Southern California. Whether outfitting small boutiques in Silver Lake or large-scale contract shops in downtown LA, we deliver the products and expertise shops need to succeed.
Screen printing is the process of transferring ink through a mesh stencil directly onto a garment or substrate. The quality of each print depends on the ink, emulsion, mesh, and screen used. In Los Angeles, where fashion trends shift fast, having reliable supplies allows shops to meet customer expectations for vibrant colors, soft-hand prints, and durable finishes.
Buckets of Ink stocks Wilflex Epic Rio plastisol inks, which deliver bold color, easy mixing, and excellent opacity. For shops looking for eco-conscious solutions, water-based inks provide breathable, soft-hand prints. Los Angeles shops benefit from having access to both, depending on customer demand.
The stencil is the backbone of screen printing. Buckets of Ink carries Chromaline emulsions, designed for durability, easy reclaiming, and crisp edge definition. Whether printing high-detail fashion designs or bold promotional graphics, Los Angeles decorators depend on quality emulsions for repeatable results.
Choosing the right mesh count is critical. Lower mesh counts allow heavier ink deposits, while higher counts deliver fine detail. Buckets of Ink provides pre-stretched screens tailored to different applications. This ensures LA print shops—from Venice Beach studios to Burbank production houses—have the right tools for every job.
Downtime is costly in a city like Los Angeles. That’s why Buckets of Ink provides same-day processing and regional distribution for screen printing supplies. With quick delivery and a support team available to troubleshoot, shops can stay on schedule and meet high-volume deadlines without delays.
Since 1981, Buckets of Ink has supported print shops across the U.S. with reliable supplies and industry expertise. In Los Angeles, we’re trusted by fashion brands, sports merchandisers, and contract decorators who rely on consistent quality. We combine premium products, competitive pricing, and training opportunities to help shops grow profitably.
Core supplies include plastisol inks, emulsions, mesh/screens, squeegees, tapes, pallet adhesive, and reclaim chemistry. Coat/expose a stencil, set off-contact, print with sharp squeegees, then gel/fully cure. LED-matched emulsions and balanced mesh counts keep edges crisp and color accurate for durable prints across Los Angeles orders.
Order from our supplies catalog—in stock & ready to ship. Add Wilflex Epic Rio for coverage, and standardize reclaim (degrease → strip → dehaze) to protect mesh life and registration on reruns.
Which plastisol inks give the best coverage and color pop?
Epic Rio delivers high opacity, smooth lay, and predictable cure on cotton and blends.
How do I choose emulsions for LED units?
Dual-cure for latitude; photopolymers for speed. Match 365–405 nm and set EOM for edge quality.
Which mesh counts cover most jobs?
110–135 (coverage), 156–180 (detail), 200–230 (halftones/microtype).
How do I reduce haze/pinholes?
Consistent degrease, dust control, full dry, and balanced dehaze.
What is plastisol ink?
Heat-cured ink film with high opacity, vivid color, and strong wash durability.
Wilflex Epic Rio plastisol inks are the most popular, offering excellent coverage and color vibrancy for apparel printing.
Yes. We provide regional distribution and fast delivery throughout Los Angeles County and Southern California.
Chromaline emulsions are ideal for shops needing sharp stencils and durable screen exposure results.
Yes. Buckets of Ink offers starter kits, training, and ongoing support for Los Angeles screen printing shops.
Yes. We stock mesh rolls and pre-stretched screens for large orders, available with quick shipping to LA shops.
