Veteran Owned • Joliet, IL
Screen Printing Bold & Long-Lasting
Top 5 Percent uses screen printing to lay down thick, opaque ink that produces bold, vibrant colors on any fabric. The most durable method for bulk orders, uniforms, and group apparel that needs to last.
The Top 5 Percent Difference
In-house manufacturing, experienced and professional. Here is why businesses and residents across Chicagoland choose us:
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Overview of Services:
Founded in 2017, Top 5 Percent - Serving Joliet, Plainfield, Romeoville, Bolingbrook, Lockport, Shorewood, Channahon, Minooka, New Lenox, Mokena, Frankfort, Homer Glen, Lemont, Naperville, Aurora, Oswego, Yorkville, Crest Hill, and the greater Chicagoland area. Friendly, reliable service. (815) 349-8600
"They did an outstanding job on my custom shirts. I shared my concept and it was brought to life with precision and creativity. Excellent quality, great communication, and fast turnaround. I highly recommend!"
— Brittany H.
The Classic Standard for Custom Apparel
Screen printing is the most time-tested method for decorating custom apparel, and the backbone of our custom apparel shop in Joliet. The process pushes thick, opaque ink directly through a mesh screen onto the fabric, building up a solid color layer that sits on the surface with a tactile presence you can feel with your fingertip. The result is a bold, high-contrast print that holds up through years of washing without fading, cracking, or peeling. For bulk corporate wear orders with simple designs and quantities of twelve or more, screen printing is typically the most cost-effective production method available.
Screen printing works on virtually any fabric type, including cotton, polyester, blends, and performance fabrics. It is the standard method for company uniforms, team apparel, band merchandise, and organization gear across Joliet and throughout Will and DuPage County. When you need matching shirts for a large group and you want them to look consistent, clean, and durable, screen printing is the right call.
Top 5 Percent produces screen printed apparel for businesses, schools, churches, and community organizations throughout the Chicagoland area, including popular spirit wear orders for local schools and sports leagues. For full-color photographic designs or small runs without setup fees, see our DTF transfers. Call us at (815) 349-8600 or visit 121 Springfield Avenue in Joliet to talk about your screen printing project today.
Ideal for Bulk Orders and Uniforms
Screen printing becomes increasingly cost-effective as quantities increase because the setup costs are spread across a larger number of units. This makes it the preferred method for large group orders like company uniforms and school spirit wear where consistent colors across many shirts matter most. If you need fifty or more reunion shirts or team jerseys, screen printing will give you the best combination of print quality, durability, and cost per unit of any decorating method available.
We handle everything from single-color text prints to multi-color graphic designs with detailed artwork. Each color in your design requires its own screen, so designs with two to four colors represent the sweet spot for screen printing in terms of cost and visual impact. For designs with a specialty raised surface, our puff print shirts are a bold complement to a screen-printed base design.
Our team reviews every screen printing order before production begins to make sure your artwork is set up correctly for the print process. We want every shirt we send out to meet our quality standard and yours. Call us at (815) 349-8600 to get a quote on your custom screen printing order today.
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5 Reasons Screen Printing Delivers Superior Results for Group Apparel Orders
Screen printing has been the gold standard for custom apparel decoration for decades, and it remains the top choice for large group orders at our custom apparel shop in Joliet. No other method consistently delivers the combination of bold color vibrancy, long-term durability, and cost efficiency that screen printing provides for group orders. When you need fifty or more matching shirts that look great on day one and still look great years later, screen printing is the right method, and we have the equipment, expertise, and commitment to quality to prove it.
1. Unmatched Color Vibrancy and Opacity
Screen printing uses plastisol inks that sit on top of the fabric rather than soaking into it, which produces colors that are significantly more opaque and vibrant than digital printing methods. White ink on a dark shirt, for example, is a known challenge for digital printers but comes out crisp and bright every time with screen printing. Bold logos, strong typographic designs, and high-contrast graphics all look their absolute best when screen printed. For designs that require photographic gradients or full-color imagery, see our DTF transfers or dye sublimation options.
2. Exceptional Durability
Plastisol screen printing inks are cured with heat during production, creating a bond with the fabric that holds up through years of washing. A properly screen-printed shirt from our custom apparel shop will maintain its graphic through dozens or even hundreds of washes without significant fading, cracking, or peeling. This durability makes screen printing ideal for uniforms and team gear. For maximum durability in professional settings, embroidery stitches your logo directly into the fabric for a finish that outlasts any print method.
3. Best Cost Per Unit for Larger Quantities
While screen printing has setup costs, those costs are spread across the full order quantity so the more shirts you order, the lower the cost per unit. For orders of twenty-four or more shirts, screen printing is consistently the most cost-effective decorating method, especially when ordering corporate wear or team gear in bulk.
4. Works on Almost Any Garment
Screen printing works on cotton, cotton blends, polyester, and most other common apparel materials. T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, polos, tote bags, and hats are all fair game. The versatility of screen printing across garment types makes it the logical choice when you need a consistent look across a mixed order of reunion shirts, team wear, and accessories.
We are a veteran owned print shop in Joliet, Illinois serving businesses, sports teams, schools, and organizations throughout Will and DuPage County. Our same-day service is available for rush orders so your deadline is never at risk. We also produce custom signs and banners to complement your branded apparel and complete your marketing presence.
Call us at (815) 349-8600 or send us your design to get a quote on your custom screen printing order today.
"Great quality work, professional and efficient. If you're looking for custom apparel, from shirts to hoodies to hats they do it all. Ezra and his team are awesome! 5 stars!"
— Gerardo J.
The Top 5 Percent Difference
Why Choose Us?
Veteran Owned
Proudly serving our community with the same honor, dedication, and discipline we brought to service.
Premium Quality
Only the finest materials and equipment for lasting results you can be proud of.
Fast Turnaround
Quick production times without cutting corners. Rush orders available when you need it now.
Local Service
Based in Joliet, IL with hands-on service. Stop by our shop or order online with confidence.
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Screen printing delivers sharp, vibrant colors on bulk orders at a price that makes sense. See how Top 5 Percent produces professional screen-printed apparel for businesses, teams, and events in Joliet, IL.
Screen Printing in Joliet, IL
Screen Printing FAQs
Screen printing pushes ink through a mesh stencil screen directly onto fabric. Each color in the design requires a separate screen. It produces vibrant, long-lasting prints and is the most cost-effective method for high-volume orders.
No. We have no minimum order. We print single shirts and small runs as readily as large bulk orders.
We can print multiple colors in a single design. Each additional color adds a screen and setup step. For full-color photographic designs, DTF transfers may be a better option with no screen setup.
Screen printing produces thick, durable ink layers that hold up well through years of regular washing when cared for properly. Wash inside out on cold to extend print life.
Screen printing is most cost-effective for high-volume orders with simple designs and limited colors. For small runs or full-color images, we recommend DTF transfers or dye sublimation.
Most screen printing orders are completed within one to three business days. Rush turnaround may be available, call (815) 349-8600 to confirm.
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What Our Customers Say
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"They did an outstanding job on my custom shirts. I shared my concept and it was brought to life with precision and creativity. Excellent quality, great communication, and fast turnaround. I highly recommend!"
Brittany H.
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Premium Custom Signage & Apparel Across Joliet, Chicago & Surrounding Areas
Veteran-owned since 2015, Top 5 Percent proudly serves Joliet, Aurora, Bloomington, Bolingbrook, Bonnie Brae, Bourbonnais, Channahon, Chicago, Crest Hill, DeKalb, Downers Grove, Elgin, Elwood, Evanston, Fairmont, Frankfort, Homer Glen, Kankakee, Lockport, Lockport Heights, Logan Square, Mokena, Morris, Naperville, New Lenox, Oak Brook, Orland Park, Oswego, Ottawa, Peoria, Plainfield, Preston Heights, Ridgewood, Rockdale, Rockford, Romeoville, Schaumburg, Shorewood, St. Charles, Tinley Park, Yorkville, and the greater Chicagoland area. Friendly, reliable service.
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