Basically, screen printing frames consist of two main types of materials, wood screen printing frames and aluminum screen printing frames. The most basic frame is made of lighter wood – cork, slick wood or kiln can be found in any craft store. Often, wood frames are cheaper, making them ideal for novice printers. They are great for creating larger, simpler images. But wood frames have the disadvantage that they are more susceptible to warping than frames made of other materials. This will cause the screen to bend and be easy to print unevenly. Because wood naturally tends to be porous and absorbs ink, they can also become dirty. Eventually, the wood will dry out due to repeated use, letting it go and popping it out, making the frame unusable.

On the other hand, aluminum is an ideal material for screen printing frames. The aluminum screen printing frame is also very light but very durable. Because they are very strong, they usually last longer than wood and therefore do not need to be repaired or replaced frequently. The higher quality frames are welded together to provide additional reinforcement at the corners. This can reduce warpage in the long run, which means that the tension is adjusted for a shorter period of time. Moreover, since the metals are not porous, they can withstand multiple washes without leaving additional ink. More importantly, over time, aluminum presents finer, more detailed images than other frames, resulting in better, cleaner prints.

The more you know about screen printing frame type,the better you take knowledge of screen printing.