Custom 3D Puff Screen Printing — Your Logo, Raised in 3D
Wholesale raised puff screen printing — a bold 3D embossed texture that rises off the fabric for serious wow factor, with a matte or shiny finish, made in LA.
- Raised 3D embossed texture, 1–8mm
- Matte or shiny finish, any PMS color
- Bold streetwear style, made in L.A.
Trusted by thousands of companies across the U.S.
What Is 3D Puff Printing?
Puff ink is a heat-reactive additive stirred into plastisol. At around 320°F the flat print “puffs” — rising off the fabric into a bold 3D embossed texture you can see and feel. It is a streetwear mainstay built for designs that demand attention.
- Raised 3D texture, 1–8mm above the fabric
- One pass — a budget-friendly wow factor
- Matte or shiny finish, any PMS color
Pro Tip: Puff loves bold, simple, thick designs — chunky lettering and wide curves. Sharp fine detail softens as the ink rises, so we recommend a sample to approve the raise.
Puff vs. High-Density vs. Flat Print
All three start with the same bold design — they just sit differently on the fabric. Puff rises in a soft pillowy dome, high-density builds sharp sculptural edges, and flat print stays level for the finest detail. Not sure which fits? Talk to an account rep.
Soft, raised & bold
- One pass, budget-friendly
- Soft pillowy rounded raise, 1–8mm
- Matte or shiny finish
- Streetwear wow factor
Sharp & sculptural
- Built up over many passes
- Crisp, sharp vertical edges
- Minimalist, premium look
- The understated cousin of puff
Finest detail
- Sits flat, no raise
- Sharpest fine detail
- Widest color range, incl. jet black
- Lowest cost, most versatile
Why Brands Choose 3D Puff
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Bold 3D Texture
A raised, embossed print that rises 1–8mm above the fabric — impossible to ignore.
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Single-Pass Value
One pass instead of high-density's many — the wow factor for less.
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Matte or Shiny Finish
Choose the look — a soft matte raise or a bright glossy pop.
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Elevated Perceived Value
A simple technique that reads as complex and premium to the untrained eye.
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Mix & Layer
Use puff selectively — just the outline of letters — and pair it with flat ink for depth.
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Streetwear-Ready
A pop-culture mainstay since the '80s, bold and made for statement merch.
Set Your Puff Print Up for Success
Puff shines on bold, simple, thick designs. Send your design, choose matte or shiny, and we build the screens, dial in the raise, and triple-check every order.
Plan for the raise: puff softens sharp edges into a raised “pillow” (about 80–85% of flat-print detail) and matches any PMS color — a true jet black isn't available, as it dilutes as it rises. We recommend a sample to approve the raise.
How This Process Works
Three simple steps from design to finished merch — and every order is triple-checked by our team before production and again before it ships.
Choose your product(s)
Pick your blank — heavier cotton tees and hoodies puff best — then choose your colors, sizes, finish, and the print locations you want for each design.
Upload your design
Send your bold, simple design and any special instructions. We check it for puff, your rep guides any tweaks, and you approve a proof before we print.
Make a lasting impression
Lead the pack with raised, dimensional prints your employees and customers actually want to wear.
Want to feel the raise first?
We recommend it — the puff effect can shift a design as it rises. Ask your rep about a sample before a full production run.
How Much Does Puff Printing Cost?
Puff is priced like screen printing — by colors, print locations, and quantity, with no setup fees. Because it raises in a single pass instead of high-density's many, it is a budget-friendly way to get a premium dimensional effect.
What Can You Puff Print?
Tees and hoodies have the biggest wow factor, but puff works on sweatshirts, sweatpants, long sleeves, and more — bold, raised, and built for statement merch. It shines on cotton, so the heavier the better.
Products we puff print
T-Shirts 
Hoodies 
Sweatshirts 
Sweatpants 
Tank Tops 
Tote Bags 
Jackets 3D Puff Printing: Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Haven't found what you are looking for? Email or contact us and we'd be happy to assist.
What is puff ink and how does it work?
Puff ink is not really an ink — it is a heat-reactive additive stirred into plastisol before printing. When it reaches around 320°F, the flat print puffs, creating a 3D embossed texture that rises above the rest of the fabric.
Can you puff print on different materials?
Yes. We puff print on hoodies, t-shirts, sweaters, and many fabrics including fleece, denim, cotton, polyester, and spandex. It looks and feels best on cotton — the heavier the garment, the better the puff.
What colors are available for puff printing?
We can custom match any PMS (Pantone Matching System) color. A true jet black is not available with puff, as the pigment dilutes as the ink expands. Colors can also lose a little vibrancy as the puff rises, so we recommend a sample to approve.
What level of detail can puff prints achieve?
Puff achieves around 80–85% of the detail of a flat screen print. As the ink expands upward and outward to create the bubble effect, sharp edges soften into a raised "pillow" — which is why puff shines on bold, thick designs.
Puff vs. high-density — which is better?
Both look great. Puff uses a heat-reactive additive and raises in a single pass for a soft, rounded, streetwear look. High-density is built up over many passes for sharp, sculptural edges and a minimalist, premium feel. You really cannot go wrong — your rep can help you choose.
How should I wash puff-printed garments?
Wash inside out and follow the garment manufacturer's washing instructions. As with all of our prints, washing inside out helps preserve the raised puff texture and color over time.
Are samples available before a full run?
Yes, and we highly recommend them. The raised puff effect can alter a design to some degree, so a sample lets you approve the exact look before a full production run.
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