I prefer oil based ink, I will use mineral spirits to wash up the ink and go on press with another color. Rubber base ink can remain open on press without drying but I clean mine up when finished printing, personal preference.Simple green spray bottle works really good for cleaning off the grim, wear gloves. Yes, after you’ve removed the grim then…[Read more]

Rollers: Advanced Roller, (951) 272-3010, office@advancedroller.com and you order trucks from them also.Ink: Oldham Ink Group, kbooth@oldhamgroup.com, (817) 554-0041. Talk to Kurt, I’ve been buying oil based ink from them for the past 12 years.Mixing Ink: Your Uncoated Pantone book will show the mix in parts (left side) and percentages (right sid…[Read more]

Sound great, I’m in!

I’ve used Oldham Ink for 10 years, great customer service. Tell them Inky Lips Press was the referral and your using the ink for letterpress printing.Ask for Kurt or Deborah4333 Cambridge RdFort Worth TX 76155United States

When I’ve sent out files for film to make photopolymer plates I instruct the output bureau the line screen needed. There are tutorials on converting image files in Photoshop to halftones.

Shouldn’t print your logo since it’s considered commercial work or paid work. If it’s for a non-profit then absolutely negotiate an information line for printing.

I use 8oz paper cups and label the PMS color with a Sharpie. The ink stays good for a long time.

For wood type I suggest Rob Roy Kelly’s book on wood type. For metal type check out American Metal Typefaces