--- product_id: 738084049 title: "Ecotex® Beginner Screen Printing Emulsion (8 oz.) - Pre-Sensitized Ready to Use Photo Emulsion for Silk Screens and Fabric - for Plastisol Ink and Water Based Ink, Screen Printing Supplies" brand: "screen print direct" price: "404.50 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Screen Print Direct" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/738084049-ecotex-beginner-screen-printing-emulsion-8-oz-pre-sensitized-ready store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # fast exposure with all light units 8 oz. pre-sensitized emulsion hand-poured, USA-made quality Ecotex® Beginner Screen Printing Emulsion (8 oz.) - Pre-Sensitized Ready to Use Photo Emulsion for Silk Screens and Fabric - for Plastisol Ink and Water Based Ink, Screen Printing Supplies **Brand:** screen print direct **Price:** 404.50 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Unlock your screen printing potential with ease and style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ecotex® Beginner Screen Printing Emulsion (8 oz.) - Pre-Sensitized Ready to Use Photo Emulsion for Silk Screens and Fabric - for Plastisol Ink and Water Based Ink, Screen Printing Supplies by screen print direct - **How much does it cost?** 404.50 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/738084049-ecotex-beginner-screen-printing-emulsion-8-oz-pre-sensitized-ready) ## Best For - screen print direct enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted screen print direct brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ergonomic Bottle Design:** Slimmed-down container for spill-free, comfortable pouring every time. - • **Proudly Made in the USA:** Hand-poured by experts to ensure premium quality and consistent results. - • **Universal Ink Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with both plastisol and water-based inks for ultimate versatility. - • **Ready-to-Use, No Mixing Needed:** Skip the hassle—just pour and print with pre-sensitized, water-resistant emulsion. - • **Fast Exposure Across Light Types:** Perfectly exposes under LED, halogen, or UV lights—speed up your workflow. ## Overview Ecotex® Beginner Screen Printing Emulsion (8 oz.) is a pre-sensitized, water-resistant purple emulsion designed for beginners and small projects. Compatible with plastisol and water-based inks, it requires no mixing and pairs perfectly with Ecotex's scoop coater. Its ergonomic bottle ensures easy pouring without spills, and it exposes quickly under LED, halogen, or UV light sources. Made in the USA and hand-poured for quality, this emulsion is the ideal starter for versatile, professional-grade screen printing. ## Description Looking to start your screen printing journey? This Ecotex Beginner Screen Printing Emulsion (8 oz.) bottle is the perfect fit for you. Newly developed for those just getting started or those with smaller projects in mind, this purple 8 oz. water-resistant screen printing emulsion will give its printers the versatility to print with plastisol or water-based screen printing inks. Find confidence in your squeegee pushes and pulls, knowing that this is emulsion screen printing at its finest. Take the guesswork out of your silk screen printing kit with our ready-to-use emulsion. No mixing required with pre-sensitized water resistant emulsion. Pairs seamlessly with Ecotex's Black Aluminum Scoop Coater 15", thats a dynamic duo that everyone wants to see. Print in Your Favorite Ways - It doesn't matter if you're doing a fun screen printing activity with your kids or a seasoned vet who needs a little extra emulsion for their silk screens, this little 8 oz. is perfect for the job. We've even improved the ergonomics of the circular emulsion containers by slimming them down for a better grip. Pour with comfortability knowing your spill worries are no more. Whether you are using an LED exposure light unit, a DIY 500-watt halogen light set up, or an ultra violet LED light, this silk screen emulsion will expose quickly and easily. This is the perfect addition to your screen printing supplies and gives easy to use versatility. All of our silkscreen emulsion is made here in the USA and hand-poured by SPD's very finest to ensure ultimate quality. ADD TO CART NOW. Review: Great product, but beginners still need to do their homework. - I'm evaluating this strictly based on my results as an experienced screen printer, and the five-star rating reflects that. This emulsion performed as expected, and it's easy to use. Nothing to mix, no need to refrigerate, and it dries quickly. It's easy to expose with a cheap 30W UV Speedball light. Just follow the exposure chart and you're golden. I've made a couple of screens now, and it worked great. My only (minor) complaint is that the jar is too full, and the consistency is very thick, so it's hard to pour a small amount without making a mess. But I didn't see this as big enough a problem to deduct a star for. Now, all that being said, if I were evaluating this as a beginner, I could understand having a different opinion. I think the manufacturer could probably improve their desertcart ratings by including a detailed instruction sheet, because silk screening is tricky for beginners in general. So here are some beginner tips: Follow the exposure chart. It's really important to use the exact light source for the exact recommended amount of time. Distance from the screen is important too. You want the light source far enough away that light is distributed evenly across the whole screen, but not too far away. Screen printing can take some trial and error. After you expose your screen, it may take considerable effort to remove the unexposed emulsion from your design. I think it's clear from the comments that some people aren't aware of this. The unexposed emulsion probably won't just rinse out under your kitchen sink faucet. I've made large fine art prints on commercial equipment, and literally had to use a pressure washer on my screens. If you have trouble rinsing out your design, use the sprayer hose on your sink and turn it up full blast. You may need a scrub brush as well. I use a toothbrush to scrub emulsion out of the fine details. Hold the screen under running water, and start gently so you don't damage the screen. You can gradually increase the pressure you apply, once you get a feel for it. This emulsions is pretty durable once it's been exposed, so I was able to scrub fairly hard. Review: NEVER BACK DOWN NEVER, WHAT?... GIVE UPPP🗣 - Let’s goooooo I finally got it to work!🗣🗣🗣 It took some trial and error, but this emulsion does work once you get the process right. My first mistake was using a putty knife instead of a proper scoop coater, and I had the light too far away which led to overexposure.🦧 On my second try, I used an actual scoop coater and moved the LED light closer. I exposed the screen for 10–30 seconds and it came out great. ## Features - Beginner Emulsion - This emulsion is literally made to work with all screen printing inks. Newly developed for those just getting started or those with smaller projects in mind, this purple 8 oz. water-resistant screen printing emulsion will give its printers the versatility to print with plastisol or water-based screen printing inks. - Pre-mixed, Pre-sensitized, and Ready to Use - Take the guesswork out of your silk screen printing kit with our ready-to-use emulsion. No mixing required with pre-sensitized water resistant emulsion. Don't worry about mixing diazos; this bottle is ready as is. Pairs seamlessly with Ecotex's Black Aluminum Scoop Coater 15", and that's a dynamic duo that everyone wants to see. - Print in Your Favorite Ways - It doesn't matter if your doing a fun screen printing activity with your kids or a seasoned vet who needs a little extra emulsion for their silk screens, this little 8 oz. is perfect for the job. New and improved bottle sized for easy pouring. Pour with comfortability knowing your spill worries are no more. - Works Great with All Exposure Units - Whether you are using an LED exposure light unit, a DIY 500-watt halogen light set up, or an ultra violet LED light, this silk screen emulsion will expose quickly and easily. This is the perfect addition to your screen printing supplies and gives easy to use versatility. - Made in the USA - All of our silkscreen emulsion is made here in the USA and hand-poured by SPD's very finest to ensure ultimate quality. Find confidence in your squeegee pushes and pulls, knowing that this is emulsion screen printing at its finest. ADD TO CART NOW. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0C4M4DXVH | | Brand | Screen Print Direct | | Brand Name | Screen Print Direct | | Container Type | Bottle | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 161 Reviews | | Display Volume | 8 Fluid Ounces | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00810029679381 | | Ink Colour | Purple | | Item Type | Screen Printing Emulsion | | Item Volume | 8 Fluid Ounces | | Item Weight | 295 g | | Manufacturer | Screen Print Direct | | Manufacturer Part Number | ETEX-BE8OZ-FBM | | Model number | ETEX-BE8OZ-FBM | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Package Information | Bottle | | Paint Type | Watercolour | | UPC | 810029679381 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Screen Print Direct - **Package Information:** Bottle - **Paint Type:** Watercolour - **Item Volume:** 8 Fluid Ounces - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00810029679381 ## Images ![Ecotex® Beginner Screen Printing Emulsion (8 oz.) - Pre-Sensitized Ready to Use Photo Emulsion for Silk Screens and Fabric - for Plastisol Ink and Water Based Ink, Screen Printing Supplies - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61nXkRFS7dL.jpg) ![Ecotex® Beginner Screen Printing Emulsion (8 oz.) - Pre-Sensitized Ready to Use Photo Emulsion for Silk Screens and Fabric - for Plastisol Ink and Water Based Ink, Screen Printing Supplies - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61uYNPM9x-L.jpg) ![Ecotex® Beginner Screen Printing Emulsion (8 oz.) - Pre-Sensitized Ready to Use Photo Emulsion for Silk Screens and Fabric - for Plastisol Ink and Water Based Ink, Screen Printing Supplies - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71V7hwsJ0QL.jpg) ![Ecotex® Beginner Screen Printing Emulsion (8 oz.) - Pre-Sensitized Ready to Use Photo Emulsion for Silk Screens and Fabric - for Plastisol Ink and Water Based Ink, Screen Printing Supplies - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71VKkuePVBL.jpg) ![Ecotex® Beginner Screen Printing Emulsion (8 oz.) - Pre-Sensitized Ready to Use Photo Emulsion for Silk Screens and Fabric - for Plastisol Ink and Water Based Ink, Screen Printing Supplies - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81dlRu3FleL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: How many screens will this cover?** A: Depends on the size of the screen you are using. Though, I think this would over about 3-4 of the large 24” screens. **Q: How long is the drying time?** A: 12-24 hours dries fast if in the light be very careful ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product, but beginners still need to do their homework. *by D***D on 7 April 2026* I'm evaluating this strictly based on my results as an experienced screen printer, and the five-star rating reflects that. This emulsion performed as expected, and it's easy to use. Nothing to mix, no need to refrigerate, and it dries quickly. It's easy to expose with a cheap 30W UV Speedball light. Just follow the exposure chart and you're golden. I've made a couple of screens now, and it worked great. My only (minor) complaint is that the jar is too full, and the consistency is very thick, so it's hard to pour a small amount without making a mess. But I didn't see this as big enough a problem to deduct a star for. Now, all that being said, if I were evaluating this as a beginner, I could understand having a different opinion. I think the manufacturer could probably improve their Amazon ratings by including a detailed instruction sheet, because silk screening is tricky for beginners in general. So here are some beginner tips: Follow the exposure chart. It's really important to use the exact light source for the exact recommended amount of time. Distance from the screen is important too. You want the light source far enough away that light is distributed evenly across the whole screen, but not too far away. Screen printing can take some trial and error. After you expose your screen, it may take considerable effort to remove the unexposed emulsion from your design. I think it's clear from the comments that some people aren't aware of this. The unexposed emulsion probably won't just rinse out under your kitchen sink faucet. I've made large fine art prints on commercial equipment, and literally had to use a pressure washer on my screens. If you have trouble rinsing out your design, use the sprayer hose on your sink and turn it up full blast. You may need a scrub brush as well. I use a toothbrush to scrub emulsion out of the fine details. Hold the screen under running water, and start gently so you don't damage the screen. You can gradually increase the pressure you apply, once you get a feel for it. This emulsions is pretty durable once it's been exposed, so I was able to scrub fairly hard. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ NEVER BACK DOWN NEVER, WHAT?... GIVE UPPP🗣 *by A***R on 7 September 2025* Let’s goooooo I finally got it to work!🗣🗣🗣 It took some trial and error, but this emulsion does work once you get the process right. My first mistake was using a putty knife instead of a proper scoop coater, and I had the light too far away which led to overexposure.🦧 On my second try, I used an actual scoop coater and moved the LED light closer. I exposed the screen for 10–30 seconds and it came out great. ### ⭐ I'll never buy this again *by C***Z on 15 October 2025* I use the whole thing trying to burn screens one after another. I ended up doing like four screens total, just using it to the last drop. Every one of them ruined. Waste of money and all the time and effort it took to do all the coating and drying and rinsing and all the stuff... I can't believe they're calling this for beginners. I'm not a beginner but it's been a while so I thought it would be nice to use this. I also liked the fact that you didn't have to mix it with anything and it was cheaper than some of the others so I was trying to get a good deal. But it's not a good deal when you waste all of it. I'm so mad at it! I'm reading these other reviews though and I see where other people say it only took like 12 seconds to expose or whatever. I can't even believe that it does not say that on the instructions. I went by what they said. There's a possibility that I could make it work if I try more things but I can't afford to waste that much emulsion trying to get it right. This one just made me so angry that I don't ever want to try it again. So now it's gone and I have to buy more (of a different kind because I have not been able to get any of my shirts done). ## Frequently Bought Together - Ecotex® Beginner Screen Printing Emulsion (8 oz.) - Pre-Sensitized Ready to Use Photo Emulsion for Silk Screens and Fabric - for Plastisol Ink and Water Based Ink, Screen Printing Supplies - Speedball Fabric Screen Printing Ink, 8-Ounce, Peacock Blue - 3 Yards 1.27 Meters Silk Screen Printing Fabric Mesh Screen Printing Mesh Wide High Tension Mesh Making Ink Supplies 110 Mesh（43T） --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/738084049-ecotex-beginner-screen-printing-emulsion-8-oz-pre-sensitized-ready](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/738084049-ecotex-beginner-screen-printing-emulsion-8-oz-pre-sensitized-ready) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-06-01*