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How to Remove Photo Emulsion From a Silk Screen

Out with the old art, in with the new: after printing with photo emulsion, here's how to make sure you (your silk screen, actually) will live to print another day.

Things You'll Need

  • Liquid Bleach
  • Pressure Washers Or Garden Hose
  • Water
  • Nail Brushes Or Soft Scrub Brush
  • Rubber Gloves
  • Buckets
  • Safety Goggles
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Instructions

    • 1

      Clean all the ink off the silk screen. Use a pressure washer if you have one.

    • 2

      Mix a solution of equal parts household bleach and water.

    • 3

      Pour the bleach solution onto the surface of the silk screen.

    • 4

      Scrub lightly with a nail brush or soft-bristled scrub brush and let sit for five minutes.

    • 5

      Scrub the entire surface on both sides.

    • 6

      Rinse with water.

    • 7

      Repeat until all the emulsion is removed.

    • 8

      Hold the screen up to a window or bright light and tip to view it at different angles.

    • 9

      Scrub until it's clean no matter at which angle you view it.

    • 10

      Allow to air dry fully before storing.

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