Eco-Friendly Custom Apparel: Water-Based Inks, Organic & Recycled Blanks
Short answer: we print with water-based and discharge inks on request, source organic cotton and recycled-fabric blanks from our distributors, and help you order only what you need. Tell us it matters on your quote request and we will build the order around it.
Your options
| Option | What it is | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Water-based ink | Ink that soaks into the fabric instead of sitting on top like plastisol | Soft-feel prints on light and mid-tone cotton |
| Discharge printing | Removes the garment dye and replaces it with color, with almost no feel | Dark 100% cotton garments |
| Organic cotton blanks | Tees and fleece made from certified organic cotton | Brands with a sustainability policy |
| Recycled blanks | Fabrics blended with recycled polyester or recycled cotton | Performance wear, fleece, uniforms |
| Embroidery | Thread instead of ink; garments last for years | Uniforms and hats people keep |
Where the blanks come from
We order from S&S Activewear and SanMar, the two largest US blank distributors. Both carry organic and recycled lines, and availability changes by season, so we confirm stock and price on your quote. If you have a specific eco brand or certification in mind, name it in your request.
Less waste by design
- No forced minimums. No minimum on embroidery or DTF, and no hard minimum on screen printing, so you can order what you will use.
- Reorders from file. We keep your art and stitch file, so a top-up order of 12 is as easy as the first 200.
- Prints that last. Fully cured prints and dense embroidery mean garments stay in use instead of in the trash. See why prints crack or peel.
Eco questions
Do you offer water-based screen printing?
Yes. We print water-based and discharge inks in-house for a soft feel. Water-based works best on cotton; discharge works on dark 100% cotton.
Can I get organic or recycled shirts printed?
Yes. We source organic cotton and recycled-fabric blanks from S&S Activewear and SanMar and confirm stock and pricing on your quote.
Request a quote and mention eco options in the details.
Request a free quote
Tell us the quantity, decoration and deadline. We reply with firm pricing, usually within one business day.
Or call 775-230-0211 or email sales@battlebornclothing.com.