Mix Jacquard Professional Screen Inks with Jacquard Softening Additive to soften prints on lightweight fabrics such as silk and fine cotton. The fixed ink has a lighter feel and improves the drape of the fabric, making it useful for printing Summer clothes such as sarongs and scarves. The ink remains flexible and soft rather than stiff or “plasticky” after curing.
As the additive can affect the viscosity of the inks, it is recommended that inks mixed with Softening Additive are tested on materials prior to production.
- Add 5-7.5% by weight of Jacquard Softening Additive to screen inks (1-2.5 teaspoons additive per 118ml/4oz ink).
- Mix thoroughly and allow to rest for 10 minutes before printing.
- After printing, heat-cure according to the ink’s standard instructions to lock in that flexible, soft finish.








