Both emulsion and emulsion removers can and will freeze. Most emulsions are not Freeze/Thaw stable. Depending on your emulsions chemistry you can see a number of different results when opening your container. I touched base with Ross Balfour of Saati to help fill in the details.

You’ve coated a screen for screen printing, exposed it, and rinsed it out. You might notice tiny holes in the screen where there shouldn’t be. Why is this? In this video, Ronald Peters touches on why pinholes and fisheyes happen, and gives tips to stop them before they cause problems on your screen.  WHAT ARE FISHEYES

Eliminating the space between your exposure unit glass, your film, and your emulsion is key to capture the most details on a burned screen. If you have an exposure unit without a lid, knowing how to apply compression correctly is especially important. Let’s go over the proper technique to get a good screen with a compr

Do you want to experience faster exposure times? Do you wish your stencils were more durable? Are you having trouble capturing details? You’re going to want to take a look at the Baselayr X1620 LED Exposure Unit: a new, improved unit for entry level printers. This exposure unit has new technology that will improve prod

You demand the most from your emulsion. Why should you expect anything less from your darkroom equipment? Check out Baselayr Exposure Units, equipment designed to perform. Is there anything different with Baselayr’s exposure units? While one unit did get a bold upgrade, the rest are rebranded units from your favorite e

Many printers exclusively use plastisol ink. If this sounds like you, check out Baselayr Plastisol emulsion. The high performance emulsion will streamline production by exposing faster, rinsing out quicker, and reclaiming with less effort. Want to get the most from this emulsion? Expert Colin Huggins walks through prop

Advanced screen printers. High production print shops. We’re talking to you. If you’re pushing the limits of your emulsion, check out Baselayr Complete. Wondering how it'll work in your screen print shop? Screen printing expert Colin Huggins addresses what kind of darkroom you need for this emulsion, guidelines for coa

Emulsion Prep… Is it necessary to use? As much as you love spending time cleaning screens, Emulsion Prep is an extra step that can be a game changer. Let’s take a look at what Emulsion Prep is, when to use it, and how to use it. WHAT’S EMULSION PREP? Emulsion Prep is a high-tech degreaser. The solution improves the lif

So you’ve just gotten your hands on Baselayr Long Lasting Emulsion. It’s perfect for printers who are just starting out, or for those who don’t have a perfect darkroom yet. Now that you have it, how should you use it? How do you get the best out of the emulsion? Screen printing expert Colin Huggins shows you how to mix

You demand excellence in every aspect of your business. Every detail matters, and that includes the quality of your equipment and supplies. Plastisol screen printers, it’s time for you to meet Baselayr Plastisol Emulsion. WHO SHOULD USE IT? Printers who primarily use plastisol ink should use Baselayr Plastisol Emulsion

New screen printers. Darkroom novices. Riley Hopkins 150 Press users. DIY printers. We're talking to you. Say hello to Baselayr Long Lasting Emulsion, a high performance, high solids emulsion. It'll produce professional screens for printers who are still honing their darkroom processes. WHY SHOULD I USE IT? Baselayr Lo

Baselayr Complete and Cryocoat. They sound similar. They look alike. They seem to match in performance. Are they the same? Are they different? Why should you use Baselayr Complete? All your questions and more are answered in this post. WHAT IS BASELAYR COMPLETE EMULSION? Baselayr Complete is a pre-sensitized, high soli

Are you looking at the new Baselayr emulsion line and wondering which you should use? Screen printing genius Colin Huggins shares how to pick the right Baselayr emulsion. He'll help you pinpoint it by looking at inks, darkroom setup, skill level, and more. I’M NEW TO SCREEN PRINTING AND STILL FIGURING OUT THE DARKROOM

Baselayr is a series of emulsions.  Emulsion is the foundation in screen printing. You need to LAY down a good BASE of emulsion to build a solid print.  WHY IS THERE A NEW EMULSION LINE? Before Baselayr, ScreenPrinting.com offered more than 13 emulsions. Choosing between a ton of emulsions can be confusing. How do you