Screen-printed Ceramic decals
Bring
your artwork
to life on ceramics
Whether you are just getting started with developing ceramic products, or you have previously tried digital printing or dye sublimation and are looking for higher quality, we can help bring your artwork to life on ceramics.
advice at
every step
of the process
We’re with you every step of the process, offering friendly, knowledgeable advice on adapting your artwork for screen printing. With design, colour separation and screen-making capabilities, we keep everything in-house wherever possible.
Reliable
colour-matching,
FIrst time
With 40 years of printing ceramic transfers, we have developed industry-leading techniques for colour-matching. We can colour match to a vast array of Pantone colours for reliable results, first time.
Our process, in Pictures
Why Ceramicraft?
Low minimum order quantities
Using smaller sheet sizes allows us to produce shorter print runs more economically, from as little as 100 decals.
Fast turnaround
We have in-house design, colour separation, and screen-making facilities to reduce lead times. Our lead times are typically 2-4 weeks from design approval.
Traditional screen printing techniques
Screen printing is renowned for its quality and durability, with rich, vibrant colours that can last a lifetime.
Friendly, knowledgeable service
With more than 40 years of experience printing in Staffordshire, we can advise on all aspects of decorating and firing ceramics or glass.
Reliable colour matching
Unlike digital or dye sublimation, screen printing gives more control over colours, including colour-matching a vast range of Pantones for reliable results first time.
Established reputation
We're proud to have a great reputation with customers of all sizes from artists and independent brands to museums and blue-chip companies.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cost is dependent on the number of colours in your artwork. Complete our Request a Quote form and we will quote
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We pride ourselves on our very fast turnaround times. In-house design, colour separation and screen-making facilities allow us to reduce lead times. From approval of sample, the lead time for your final print run is around 4 weeks. Please allow additional time during busy periods, such as the months leading up to Christmas.
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Vector files are preferred wherever possible. If sending images, please send high resolution (300dpi or higher). We can accept files via email or a file transfer service such as Dropbox Transfer or WeTransfer.
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Price is dependent on order size. We will advise on order confirmation.
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We work with our sister company, mclaggan+co, to provide a full decorating service for ceramics and glassware. They have 50 years of experience of decorating and firing in their traditional kilns.
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We work with various blankware suppliers, including our sister company mclaggan+co, to provide a complete solution to your requirements. Our suppliers have available stock and offer various shapes of bone china, earthenware, and glassware. Products available include mugs, baubles, candle pots, and glasses.
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We can print decals suitable for various types of ceramic or glass products, including mugs, baubles, candle pots, teapots, dog bowls and more.
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Ceramicraft specialises in metallic printing. Choose from gold, silver and copper. Our gold ink also includes real gold.
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You might hear the terms "transfer," "decal" and "motif" used, but what is the difference? There is no difference; these are interchangeable terms for the same thing.