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Fifth Column offer Screen Printing, Embroidery, DTF & More

Our Services

Screenprinting by Fifth Column Printers.

 

Screen Printing

Need printing on shirts? Well, each of our state-of-the-art machines can print 600 garments an hour. We’ve got the process down to a fine art.

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Garment finishing for custom printed and embroidered clothing and merchandise.

Embroidery

Embroidery is a stunning way to showcase your brand on all types of clothing whether on jackets, hats, bags and workwear.

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Direct to garment (DTG) printing t-shirts and tops the uk.

Direct-to-Garment Printing

DTG artwork is printed straight onto the garment using a specialized inkjet printer resulting in a higher resolution print.

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Direct to Film (DTF) Printing - T-Shirt Printing & Clothing Customisation at Fifth Column, London printers.

Direct to Film (DTF) Printing

Your small order solution, with no minimum, our high quality DTF printing service is ideal when you only want a few shirts.

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High quality, professional garment embroidery.

Garment Finishing

Get your garments retail ready: custom labelling, hem tagging, poly bagging & applying stickers can all be done at Fifth Column.

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Bulk and Wholesale T-Shirt Printing - Services at Fifth Column.

Bulk Wholesale T-Shirt Printing

Need lots of custom printed t-shirts? We’re London t shirt printers with decades of experience and can print thousands of tees a day.

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Charity T-Shirts Printing - Services at Fifth Column.

Charity T-Shirt Printing

We have a long history of creating high quality custom merchandise for the charity sector and we are active in local events and causes.

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Workwear Printing - Services at Fifth Column.

Workwear Printing

Get custom work clothing with our high quality bespoke uniforms, printed or embroidered so you will always leave a good impression.

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Contact Fifth Column to get a t-shirt printing quote.

High Quality T-Shirt Printing Service

If you need high quality printed tee shirts, large or small quantities, Fifth Column have got you covered. T-shirt printing is in our DNA, how we began and what we’ve been doing for a long time. So, whether you’re a band looking to design your own t shirt, a charity in need of promotional shirts, established company or online start-up brand, Fifth Column can help. We’re London t shirt printers who’ve been printing personalised t-shirts for over 45 years now and deliver the best results. Professionally printed tees, whatever artwork and garment you’ve got in mind. We’re talking great prints, proper customer service, and competitive pricing.

Our Humble Origins

All clothing printers start somewhere and t-shirt printing is where it all started for us. We were the punk rock print shop, London t-shirt printers with a passion for brilliant ink and crafting awesome custom shirts. Our story starts in 1977 with a group of friends designing and hand printing on shirts. Now-iconic punk rock t-shirts for bands like X-ray Spex, The Clash, The Jam and The Damned. They cured those hand printed tees in tumble dryers at a local laundrette on Kilburn High Road and sold them outside London gigs. We’re still here, UK based screen printers London all the way, busily printing. After working for many years from a space above the landmark Kentish Town station, we moved to our 11,000 sq. ft North London facility in 2013.

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The punk heritage of Fifth Column t-shirt printers, printing t-shirts since 1977.
Eco-ethical t-shirt printing in the UK.

Fast & Efficient Custom Prints

From first contact to finished product, choosing Fifth Column as your customisation company is a good move. Printing on shirts is what we do. Plus lots more besides. You’re partnering with clothing printers who care about you and your requirements and have the know-how to turn that inspired design into a stunning custom print. And, we’ll be with you at every step – quote request, artwork mock-up and approval, finding the ideal garment for your design, right through production to shipping.

Our t shirt printing shops London turnaround times vary, every order is unique, but 7 to 10 working days is an average. However, our Express Printing Service can be ready within 24 hours. With printing t shirts London can have advantages!

Official Stanley Stella Dealer

High volume screen printers in London, we’re an award-winning Stanley Stella clothing dealer. And very proud of the fact because Stanley Stella are officially one of the world’s most sustainable brands. As high quality clothing printers, we believe you can’t beat responsibly manufactured merchandise that’s specifically made to be printed and embroidered. We also source from a variety of other ethical garment suppliers that share our outlook. This is garment decoration with a difference, at Fifth Column standards and service are key watchwords. We love to print and embroider ethical, organic, and Fair Wear products. After all, as t-shirt printers, we know that premium printing looks even better on superior quality blank merchandise.

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Stanley Stella at Fifth Column, official dealer in London.
Ethical printing and organic blank products at Fifth Column, UK printers based in London.

How We Can Help Your Business

Small print run or bulk order, screen printing London style or DTF digital transfers, your business is in safe hands. We treat every project as though it were our own. This is personalisation with a genuine personal touch. And our state of the art screen printing carousels can print thousands of full colour, custom t shirts every day. In short, bulk wholesale t-shirt printing is one of our specialities. Plus, our principled approach to business offers that all-important eco-ethical assurance. We can find an environmentally conscious option for you and your customers with our wide experience in sourcing sustainable blank merchandise. Think organic cotton, Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified customisable garments, clothing with recycled content, and vegan-friendly inks. And with printed t shirts London is a great location.

Our Other Printing Services

We may have started out screen printing London band shirts but nowadays it’s not all about t-shirt printing. Yes, our working days are still filled with customised t shirts, but our services have expanded to span the spectrum for personalised clothing. High quality embroidery, direct to garment (DTG) printing and garment finishing services ensure we can offer you a comprehensive customisation solution. The t-shirt printing expertise remains, but we also supply superb custom polo shirts, outstanding rebranded hoodies and much, much more besides. All printed and embroidered to the highest professional standards, whatever the type of merchandise and decoration.

Other printing services from Fifth Column, London screen printers.
Heavyweight t-shirts are perfect for those looking for quality, durability, and a premium feel. We’ve put together a list of the top 8 styles for this year.  We have a range of options to choose from including organic cotton options 💚, oversized fits, or just simple, heavy t-shirts for printing, the 2025 lineup offers something for everyone. By choosing heavyweight tees, you ensure a longer lifespan and a higher-quality product for your brand or personal wardrobe. Our favourite? Hard to say but @ascolour seems to be selling fast! ⚡️Need more info or a quote? Give us a shout!
We had the honor of screen printing the official Life of Agony merch for their UK/EU tour with Biohazard, and here’s a sneak peek of the process in action! From screen to stage, we make sure every detail is on point.
🎶 Catch them live and grab one of these tees at the merch stand!  Thanks @twd_heavy_d for trusting us once again!  Need merch for your band / event? Give us a shout!  #LifeOfAgony #TourMerch #ScreenPrinting #BandMerch #FifthColumn #LiveMusic #Hardcore #MerchPrinting
🎨 WE’RE HIRING! 🎨  Love screen printing? Know your way around ink, screens, and quality prints? We want you on our team!  👕 Experience in screen printing? Awesome.
🔍 Attention to detail? Even better.
💥 Ready to work in a creative, fast-paced space? Let’s talk.  📩 Drop us a DM or apply at hr@fifthcolumn.co.uk  #NowHiring #ScreenPrinter #PrintLife #JoinTheCrew #LondonJobs
Come on mate, scoop that ink a little faster, please?  Whether you need tees, hoodies, or custom merch, we’ve got you covered. Let’s bring your ideas to life!  👕 High-quality prints
🚀 Fast turnaround
♻️ Sustainable options available  Hit us up to get started! 📩  #ScreenPrinting #CustomTees #fifthcolumntshirts #PrintShopVibes #MerchLife #LondonPrinting  🔥 Happy Monday everyone!
Fresh off the embroidery machine! 🧢✨  This sleek green-and-white @ascolour Frame two tone cap is a perfect example of the quality and precision we deliver at Fifth Column.
Whether you’re building your brand or creating standout merch, we’ve got you covered (literally)! 💚  📍 London-based screen printing and embroidery experts
💻 Check us out at www.fifthcolumn.co.uk  Got an idea? Let’s bring it to life! Drop us a DM or visit our site to get started. 🚀  #EmbroideryLove #CustomCaps #fifthcolumn #LondonBusinesses #SustainablePrinting #MerchGoals
We printed this design 10+ years ago.
LOVE FASHION HATE SWEATSHOPS. It was more than just a t-shirt—it was a message, a movement, a call for ethical fashion.  Today, the fight for fair wages and sustainable production is more relevant than ever. At Fifth Column we continue to champion ethical printing practices, ensuring every garment we produce aligns with our values.  Who remembers this tee? Would you rock it again in 2025? Let us know in the comments! 👇  #EthicalFashion #SustainablePrinting #FairTrade #fifthcolumn #screenprinting
What a busy start to the year! It’s been quite hectic, but our hardworking team is ready for every challenge.  Precision, creativity, and quality are our focus as we bring your ideas to life.  Have you placed your order yet? 😉 Now with 10% discount on new designs!  ✉️info@fifthcolumn.co.uk  #ScreenPrinting #fifthcolumn #Teamwork #2025
Stanley/Stella's new SS25 collection is out ... and it's a total winner!!🛍☕
Fresh, modern polos and shirts👕
New and refreshed knitwear styles🌿
Great attention to detail🔎
Premium fabrics in 100% organic cotton and recycled materials👚
Wide choice for corporate wear, hospitality, events, merch and more!💫
@wearestanleystella 
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#SS25 #StanleyStella #screenprinting #fifthcolumn #newcollection
🎉 New year, new gear! 🎉  Don’t let your team show up in 2025 wearing workwear that looks like it’s survived since 2015. 🕰️👕  Upgrade your look, we have some sweet deals for you!  Order now and step into 2025 like the legends you are! #screenprintinglife #workwear
Wow what a year this has been! 
Quite tough in many ways but made through it together ☺️
We helped thousands of customers - old and new - with some great printed and embroidered merch and we really appreciate every order 🤗
We wouldn’t be here without or amazing loyal staff 🖤
Thank you everyone and here’s to a Very Happy New Year 🥳🥂🍾
Well, here we are, Christmas nearly upon us. As usual, we've been working our seasonal socks off to get orders sorted and now we're nearly done. Have a safe and happy holiday and we'll see you again in 2025! 🎄This is a photo of what we did exactly 11 years ago: moving out of our old place in Kentish Town and into our new factory in Tottenham Hale #fifthcolumn #screenprinting #printlife #nw5 #n17
Give me a minimalist design. And a cool blank t-shirt. Voila!  Precision meets creativity. ✨  Every detail matters when it comes to making your vision a reality 🖤👕  #ScreenPrinting #merchandise #Minimalism #CustomApparel
Well, it’s nearly upon us. Pretty soon, we’ll all be reading festive messages and overfilling the recycle bin. With this in mind, we thought we ought to post a quick reminder of our Christmas 2024 opening hours. We close for a couple of weeks just before Christmas and are back at the PCs and printing carousels in early January. The specific dates are below.  Christmas 2024 Opening Hours:
Our last working day – Friday 20th December 2024 (closing at 12pm)
Back to work – Monday 6th January 2025  To guarantee your garments before Christmas, please place your order as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.  Christmas Orders
Last order day – Monday 2nd December
Last dispatch day – Wednesday 18th December
Last collection day – Thursday 19th December  #merchandise
#screenprinting
#christmasjumper
Need a bulk t shirt printing service you can trust? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Here at Fifth Column, we love creating high quality printed merchandise, clothes that are unique to your company. Wholesale t shirt printing is the most cost effective way of producing custom printed clothing. Of course, we approach every print run with the same expertise and passion, but bulk t shirt printing orders hold a distinct appeal, the chance to excel on a grand scale and develop long-term relationships. Put plainly, the idea of a of bulk t shirt order fills us with joy.  #screenprinting #merchandise #fifthcolumn 
#ecofashion
Need some merch and need it fast? Give us a shout! We’re here to help 😎 #screenprinting #fifthcolumn #merchandise
Did you know that the number of colours used in your embroidery artwork doesn’t affect the set up cost? 😎 #embroidery #screenprinting #merch

FAQ's

  • Which type of printing is best on Tshirt?

    The best type of printing on t-shirts depends on the desired outcome and budget. However, direct-to-film printing (DTF) is considered as one of the top t-shirt printing techniques, which allows designs to be printed onto a specialized PET film using adhesive powder and heat before being transferred onto the t-shirt. DTF enables vibrant colors, intricate designs, and high-quality prints to be achieved on different fabrics, including cotton, polyester, and blends.

  • What material is best for t-shirt printing?

    It’s generally accepted that cotton is the best t-shirt fabric on which to print. Put simply, cotton has a natural absorbency which makes it a receptive surface for ink.

  • What is the most popular t-shirt printing method?

    Screen printing, an ancient art now automated, is the best known technique for printing t-shirts. Although, there are several others such as direct to garment, dye-sublimation, and vinyl heat transfer. But, screen printing is enduringly popular – it produces a high quality print and, for big quantities, it’s still the cheapest t-shirt printing available.

  • How much does it cost to print shirts?

    The cost of printing t-shirts depends on a number of factors. For example, the quantity of shirts printed, the design, the cost of the blank tees and type of printing.

Still need help? No problem, get in touch, our experts are on hand to answer all of your questions. Also, be sure to check out our printing and embroidery blog which has a wealth of information about t-shirt printing, custom embroidery and associated subjects.

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