TRAP DOOR PRINT / THE PROCESS

A clear path from idea to print.

Whether you need custom apparel, DTF printing, workwear, merch or skateboard decks, the quote process starts with what you know and makes the next decision easier.

Ghostboy working through a print brief

WHAT YOU NEED TO BEGIN

A rough brief is enough.

Tell us what you are making, who it is for, how many you need and what you already know. We can help fill in the blanks.

01 / THE BRIEF

Start with the outcome, not a perfect specification.

PROJECT

What are you making?

A merch drop, team gear, event shirts, artwork, brand run, sample or a new uniform. The use case helps shape the right route.

QUANTITY

How many do you need?

Include the best estimate you have. If it is still moving, say so rather than guessing silently.

DEADLINE

When does it need to happen?

Add the date if there is one. Production timing depends on stock, artwork, approvals and the job details.

02 / CHOOSE THE ROUTE

Match the print job to the thing being printed.

APPAREL

Tees and hoodies

Use the apparel printing page to choose garments, print positions and the quote path.

GARMENTS

Choose the blank

The Garments page helps compare the fit, feel and finish before you choose.

DECKS

Skateboard printing

For deck shape, artwork, quantity and intended use, start with the deck printing page.

NOT SURE?

Ask before approval.

If the route is unclear, send the brief and we will help narrow down the next decision.

03 / ARTWORK CHECKING

The file gets checked before the job moves forward.

SEND

Upload what you have.

Vector, PDF, AI or EPS files are useful for logos and clean graphics. High-resolution raster files can also work.

REVIEW

Find the risky bits.

We look at resolution, transparency, sizing, placement and setup. If the artwork needs rebuilding, you will know before print.

HELP

No perfect file required.

Use the Artwork Help pages when the file is not ready or the idea needs design support before print.

04 / QUOTE AND APPROVAL

The important details become visible before production.

01

Product

Garments, decks, sizes, colours and the intended use.

02

Print setup

Positions, sizes, artwork direction and any setup work.

03

Cost and timing

The quote or invoice sets out the agreed job details.

04

Approval

Production starts after the artwork and payment requirements are approved.

What if something is still undecided?

Say what is unknown in the quote. The useful answer is often a clearer question about garment, print size, artwork or timing.

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