Unboxing the Canon Pixima IX6820 and Screen pressing my first shirts

[@dtacklind]

You remind me of me when I was young and starting out. There were no videos to watch then. I actually had to lie to get the job as the screen printer at a sign shop back in the 70's. I really didn't know what I was doing so I had to jump in with both feet. Within a year I was printing the backlit signs for Pizza Time Theater and printing on vertical windows. You may not realize now how much you're helping others because you're just starting but you really are so keep it up. Screen printing has unlimited possabilites and you never stop learning.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Yeah I bet it was hard with no social media only paper instructions.. Thats awesome David congrats to you... I look foward to doing my best to show others it can be done with watching other... I also look foward to all thats to come. Thanks for watching..

[@carlo8943]

Amen

[@jayp6945]

Dude this is so good for all the new screen printers out there. Real Live printing going on and you show your little mistakes to learn from. The final results turned out amazing! Inspiration to all brother!

[@billmeade8092]

The way I can tell is lick or wet my thumb and index finger and touch one of the corners. The side that sticks is the side you want to print on. To get the darkest print select best photo for printing.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks for the tip William. I thought for a second the printer was messed up.

[@TheInkBuildUp]

Awesome video. I just also recently unboxed my new Canon Pixma ix6820. Incredible printer. I as well first had trouble figuring out which side of the film to print on since both sides almost felt the same and it was also my first time using screen printing film. Got tired of going to office depot to print on tracing paper that I used as film. Horrible paper and not dark enough. Glad I was able to get a new wide format printer to print actual screen printing film.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thats awesome man. Glad you were able to get it. Yeah I love the printer and have since learned alot. Thanks for watching.

[@gilbertomedina9905]

I guess this happens to everyone lol. My press almost flipped cause I had not bolted mine down. Wait til you use white ink. That is harder to work with. I also bought the same printer and even on the highest setting I could not get a dark enough print. So I bought empty cartridges and Gorilla ink on EBay and now it is Super Super dark with only one print. Super dark. Works wonders now. Can’t wait to see you do the white ink. Good job and love the new look.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

I hadn't bolted it down bc I boight wrong bolt but after thay I went and got ASAP LOL... I have to look into that ink.... Yeah I jave heard about white inks... Will see whay happens. Thanks for watching..

[@wearechangecthartford]

I always double up on my transparencies, works well when burning my screens. I never trusted just using one, doesn't seem black/dark enough. Bruh over here tripling down o his transparency. Niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiice! I love my Pixma iX6820. Prints real crispy. Great video my dude!

[@leviteapparel]

Canon Pixima IX6820 IS GREAT I GOT ONE ONE YEAR AGO AND STILL WORKING LORDS WILL. GOOD CHOICE!!!!!! PS GET INK ON AMAZON DOSE NOT HART PRINTER GOOD JOB!!!!!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks for info...

[@terranceaskew7447]

Great video. Love the trial and error process because the end result of finally getting through it is worth it!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks for watching!!

[@yungraki7171]

Hey bro ive been working as the social media marketer for a screenprinter and have been just watching how to do everything. Recently I just purchased my own press, flash dryer and am currently looking for a printer. Your video has really helped with showing the steps through and through! Thanks heaps for the tips and tricks, appreciate it. Subbed

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Awesomr to hear... Make sure you clock the bell so you will be notified when I put out new videos. Getting ready to put one tomorrow. KEEP PRESSIN!!!

[@RhyBeats]

One way to check the transparency is to wet the corner, you’ll be able to tell which side is the glossy and which side print side. Great video, been thinking about getting this printer

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks man. Yeah I messed some up as you saw. Know I know lol.

[@RhyBeats]

Heart and Hustle Printing it’s all good bro. Keep going.

[@dyvira7085]

Thank you for explaining everything thoroughly

[@lgnrome]

I like your honesty.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks for watching.

[@humbounlimited8307]

I got the same printer absolutely love it. Don’t need to double up no more! Enjoy it! God Bless!!!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Yeah its awesome!! Thanks.

[@mustardmm123]

How did you manage to only print one transparency? I’m having trouble getting the black opaque enough on one sheet

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

All about getting the right settings.

[@gorgeousbutterfly2957]

Great job on your first try! Thanks for the video

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks!!Thanks for watching....

[@TheImpossibleco]

Make sure you put setting on high when printing then it will get darker so you dont have to print 2

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks I was just going to ask it you had to print two...

[@MrGUSGUS2]

@@HeartHustlePrinting print using photoshop, there a video that goes I to details to covert your images darker. I'll send you the link later. I have the same printer.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Awesome.

[@isaiahsguilty]

Gus Sanz Drop the title here if you don’t mind just ordered this and im working off the creative cloud

[@mustardmm123]

Hey man can I get the link too? Having issues getting the black opaque

[@purnellhoytt2273]

Luv the new logo. Great videos

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks. You want one lets us know.

[@EJSVARZ]

do a wash test specially when you print white ink. use more ink on screen try this flood / print / make sure you clear all the ink from screen... if you still see ink on the screen (clear it) a print with no flood) so the steps i use ....flood/print/Flash/Print/cure ...make sure to always mix the ink before you print .. when it comes to printing white go with a 110 , 125 don't go more than a 160 mesh. Do some test to see what you like best .

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Awesome!!! Thanks for all the info...

[@g-codeonedesign9578]

Bro....minute 13:05 had me rollin....lol. Great stuff man.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Haha man i was tired and pissed bc it wasnt coming out good. haha

[@g-codeonedesign9578]

@@HeartHustlePrinting totally understand brotha, been there done that....lol.

[@King_stunnar]

have been using mine which is the same for about four years now and never had to double up on the film. i love the printer, just hope it was supported by accurip

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Yhis was my first time so wasn't sure. But next one ill only do one print.

[@901thuggin]

How does it do with halftones?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Havent done half tones. But im looking into Simple Seps and they say you need no special printer

[@901thuggin]

@@HeartHustlePrinting keep us posted my friend.

[@TheMonster29]

Great job, man. There's no right or wrong way, push or pull the squeegee, I find pushing the squeegee is easier for me. The invite still stands, brother. Any questions, hit me up. Alrato carnalito!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Awesome thanks!!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

What program do you use to seperate colors?

[@JustSaytheWordLLCGINAGIL]

Use pellon sheets instead of parchment paper for your test runs. I can send you some. I bought like 50 for testing, but have too many. LMK

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

I you dont mind.

[@gorillabossqustumz2893]

Great job bro on schooling I learned a lot man I’m exited.....CONGRATULATIONS my guy

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thaks for support brother...Also follow in Instagram for stuff not posted on KZbin..

[@zombieprinting2670]

Atta boy! good job man. Your squeegee angle is important as well. The more you angle it the more ink you lay down on the print. Just something to keep in mind as on some meshes u may get bleed because of too much ink getting pushed through. Pretty sure that's it anyway lol happy for you man

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks and thanks for tip.

[@budelis]

someone beat me to it, but yeah 13min mark was hilarious lol your reaction, anyhow good luck bro doing smth u never did before and it still came out great in the end.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Hahaha. Thanks for watching.

[@lovely31bluprint]

THIS WONDRFUL . I DON'T DO SCREEN PRINTING BUT MY QUESTION IS CAN I USE THIS PRINTER FOR SUBLIMATION ON COTTON, TRI-BLENDS, AND DARK COLORS?

[@garyoverton6222]

Quite a process, but great final result.

[@arnoldprints]

get refillable ink cartridges and change ink inside to all black. Make sure the new universal ink carts are empty before filling. Then change saturation on all the channels to all black. Printing two transparencies going to cost $$$

[@arnoldprints]

Try pushing if your press is too high for you and work on the angle of squeegee will get easier prints especially with white ink.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Ok. Still trying to learn AI and PS for printing screen... Thanks for tip..

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Will try with next one...

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Just subed your ch...Willing to learn.... Thanks again..

[@arnoldprints]

@@HeartHustlePrinting I will try to post some videos that explain a few of the techniques up coming.

[@Rightsiderspodcast]

Keep it brother its a about new learning !!! You got this

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks brother!!!

[@MrGUSGUS2]

I have the same printer... you need to print on the sticky side. recommend you get the refillable cartridges so you can add ink that blocks UV light. hit me up if you need help.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

im gonna look into that.

[@MrGUSGUS2]

@@HeartHustlePrinting anything I can do to help hit me up bro. Use less expensive tape too.. the blue tape is pricy and it's starts to add up. Blue tape is more used to block your registration lines or wholes on the mesh.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

I will...Do you got an IG. Blue tape came with kits. But ill look into something cheaper...

[@MrGUSGUS2]

here you go, chubbytravels_

[@Factory928AC]

Guz Sanz you have links to cartridges and ink you speak of?

[@carlosflores7499]

Just ordered this printer. Wondering if you've had any issues with the 3rd party printer ink that you ordered for the printer? Any clogging or any other issues. I'm learning as well (just started). Thanks for your videos!!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Nope still use it today. Look at my last video I just posted.

[@carlosflores7499]

@@HeartHustlePrinting So, you still use the "Arthur Ink Packs" instead of the Canon OEM ink? What video are you referring to, the live stream video?

[@Houseofbeasts]

good job on the first print.. it get easier the more you do.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks bro. Good to hear..

[@carlosechevarria4793]

Hermanito saludos como te esta resultando este printer estoy comenzando en estoy y me gustaria saber si funciona bien siga adelante 👍👍

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Muchas gracias por mirar!!!

[@evangelistgrizzle112]

love the videos bro especially love how you put your heart into it

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Appreciate it Evangelist... Hopefully you get something out of them..

[@tpcustomz5414]

Amazing. I love your tutorials.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks for watching Pamela..

[@BrianSlicker]

Great video. I have learned a lot fro your channel.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks for watching Brian...

[@derekrip]

You never said if you printed on the glossy side or the matte side, also what setting did you find that would give the darkest results. it gives you an few options to choose from before I actually press print

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Im live right now answering your question... Come see.

[@PMandersloot]

Ballin! tnks a lot man!

[@tvcasualties8260]

Thanks for being normal explaining this!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

HAHA. No problem.

[@crumptees]

What mesh size were you using? For color you want to use a min of 180-230 mesh. Looks like your using water based inks. You have to keep the screen flooded or else the ink will dry up in the screen.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Kit I got has Plastisol inks and 110 and 155 mesh.

[@crumptees]

@@HeartHustlePrinting you should be using at least a 180-230 mesh for black as it's really thin. 110-155 is good for white ink.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Ok thanks for info... Its what came with kit I ordered... Ill looking to other screens .

[@christopherweaver2346]

Have you tried 4 colors on this press and if so do you have a video. Was thinking about purchasing this press.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

No most I did was a 3 color.. It not a good press for multo color designs.

[@2012JustUs]

does you press rock a bit at the base? I just bought a used shocker and it has a slight play. One of the arms hit the pallet arm. Great vids

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

No mine dosent rock. Sorry for the issue Gabe.

[@Bobster986]

Too bad they don’t sell the ink/paint in a caulking gun tube, you could squirt it across the screen evenly as you need it. Keep On Press’in

[@isaiahsguilty]

genius!

[@barbra429]

Do you think this is a good printer to use for just playing iron on transfer paper

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Honestly im not sure bc this was my first print... Sorry.

[@JohnEastmanExAttyAtLaw]

Is that the shocker press from screenprintingsupplies?

[@pkilla617]

Dope video man I'm trying get into small home screen printing but damn that seems like a lot of work just for front logo with heat transfer paper and vinyl would have been way quicker I'm keep watching maybe there is easier process with screen printing

[@papayastudio2370]

Hello, is this printer good for silkscreen transparencies? canon pixma pro 200? I know the canon pixma 6820 for this purpose. But it is no longer possible to obtain it in my country. There are some Canon printers are they good for transparencies too? canon pixma pro 100 canon pixma ix6850 Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-1000 what do you recommend me I will be very thankful

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

I still use it today

[@tracygrant7069]

It looks very good! I love it! Which screenprint did you buy?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks you. ANATOL ALL THE WAY

[@ONLYKOOLSTUFF]

another great vid awesome man keep it up!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks!!

[@josedesantiago5909]

The printers that you have there in the background do they not work with transparent paper? I’m trying to print on a epson but it won’t work for me. I’m not sure if I’m doing it wrong or if it’s my printer. Do you know if I need a special printer for transparent paper?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

It should. Just make sure you have right settings and printing on right side.. Watch video below. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3qbYaqpa86Bi8U

[@deandhanraj1714]

does the Canon PIXMA iX6850 model do the same job?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

I dont want to lie to you. Im not sure.

[@reeray9790]

Hi, hopefully my question comes through of this.. does this technique only work with black ink? Or is it all colours ?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

This will work with all inks. On darker garments you might need to apply a underbase. Currently shooting a video with a underbase. Subscribe and click bell so you will be notified when i put it out... Thanks for watching Ree Ray....

[@party5270]

Where did you order the 13 × 19 transparency film from

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

I found them on ebay

[@stylicho]

(Wired method) When connecting the printer to the system do you connect it to the router or the computer? Thanks

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Stright to my computers USB..

[@stylicho]

@@HeartHustlePrinting thanks

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

No problem

[@jbmdesignco.693]

I just bought the same printer for my setup. What settings do you have to get the darkest print? I'm printing from illustrator.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Im using illustrator. I would have to look at my settings when I get back.

[@jbmdesignco.693]

@@HeartHustlePrinting I'd appreciate it. Thanks. I'm starting out as well, with youtube videos to post my progress. I just finished a 1yr. mobilization, so now I can focus on this.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

@@jbmdesignco.693 NICE!! Im gonna subscribe.

[@mheetu3909]

@@HeartHustlePrinting Ever look at them settings?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Aww we were live lastnight. I could have shown you at that time.

[@Julian-yk1sx]

That screen print hustle!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Trying bro.... BUT still love my vinyl lol.

[@alienspaceshaman]

I bought this printer but you cant get rip software for it, no support

[@anitraclark-alston5771]

Where did you get the screen printing machine from that you are using

[@DroneZone63]

Awesome!!! Thank you!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

No problem...Thank you ..

[@marinatomiatti3537]

Adorei esse vídeo! love it!

[@dusthart8303]

Thanks for the video needed that

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

No problem. Good luck..

[@Monica-np5zu]

GREAT JOB!!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks!!!

[@Gdomin6]

Great Job! I'm on the same journey too!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks. Good luck... You making videos?

[@vlone_thug171]

What transparency film sheets do you use?

[@pkilla617]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 what's the name of that screen printer press that your putting the shirts on I think I'm going dive in a year later after watching this

[@TheImpossibleco]

I have this same printer i like it.

[@hotwheelsreviews9582]

How good is the ink?

[@Romaticstyle]

I gotta get one ASAP

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Definitely

[@graphicwarehousellcpassion3194]

Great job bro!!!!

[@charlielanda5140]

Can you do colors? Or just black?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Yes i can

[@sdhute]

Any tips on getting glass for laying down on the screen during exposure?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

I use a big sponge under the screen so when I put glass on top it will sit flat. Im editing a video where I show you.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

I also show in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5SQpauXnpdpY68

[@sdhute]

Your a inspiration

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks Steve!!

[@Darkflight5]

How did you prevent the leakage around the H of heart? Was it because it moved ?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

The press moved but the image didn't..

[@Darkflight5]

Heart and Hustle Printing so it wasn’t because of the off contact? I thought that’s what happeneds when there’s not enough off contact

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Ill have to watch the video again bc I dont remember lol

[@sdhute]

What ink are you using ecotex? I've been looking at their water based and plastisol ink.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

The kit i got has plastisol inks.

[@matthewshepley8298]

What film are you using? Where are you getting it from? Tia

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Here you go.. amzn.to/36sHRSy

[@allin1designs666]

That’s really good bro

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks bro.

[@reppinNY]

So it comes with the ink right?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Yes it cam with some inks

[@reppinNY]

Heart and Hustle Printing where you buy the inks?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

I get my inks from Total Ink Solution

[@boogieknights099]

where did you purchase printer and how much

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

What are you trying to do and whats your budger?

[@terryw5500]

Where did u get ur equiptment for screen print is it just one

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

I purchased on Ebay. You can order directly from their website @ www.neverthelessscreenprintingsupplies.com

[@getclearviewwindows]

Where u from bro? I see that NAS Kingsville shirt. I live about 15min from Kingsville.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Were actually from Bishop.... Im active duty Army and stationed in Georgia.

[@getclearviewwindows]

I graduated from Bishop Class of 2001

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

@@getclearviewwindows Nice GO BADGERS. My dad is Joe Perez. has that mechanic shop behind the old stop n shop. Think they changed the name. I been gone 10yrs

[@macaroo0]

you dont need to really do two transparencies, do you?

[@sergioleon6719]

Hey bro for a better results you can heat press them at the as well you will have a bad ass print !!!!!!!!!

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks bro..

[@roblbrewer]

Wet your finger and touch the corner of the film. The matte side will stick slightly.

[@BoDad415]

Good Job buddy

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks Ez..

[@MasterScreenPrints]

i just got a printer like that and i am having issues with sizing the image on photoshop any ideas?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Make sure you pick the size of paper you are using.

[@FIGHT101TV]

You got a link to that screen press machine?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

www.neverthelessscreenprintingsupplies.com

[@322doug]

What kind of transfer paper you using man?

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Transparent Paper. I found it on Ebay.

[@reppinNY]

Can I print transfer paper? not the plastic I mean sticker paper so I can heat press on my shirt

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Are you looking to plastisol transfer?

[@reppinNY]

Heart and Hustle Printing im trynna print a transfer paper so i can put it on my shirts not screen print papers

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

This might be what your talking about.. If so yeah you can do that.. thevinylstand.com/products/inkjet-transfer-paper-for-dark-fabric?_pos=1&_sid=b88a3f015&_ss=r

[@reppinNY]

Heart and Hustle Printing Yeaaa thanks bro just got me the canon ix6820 so hopefully it works

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Yeah it will. I carry it in store but currently soldout

[@dusthart8303]

Just ordered the paper and the printer maybe a setup video for the settings lol

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Ill try to do that.

[@dusthart8303]

@@HeartHustlePrinting hey bro sorry to bug you again but they just refunded me for that printer said they messed up and dont have anymore is there a good alternative sorry to bug you but i need a screen printers advice lol

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

All good..What did you order again

[@dusthart8303]

@@HeartHustlePrinting I tried to order the canon ix6820 and I ordered that paper you had

[@dusthart8303]

I ordered paper from link in your description but the printer I got a refund

[@ThesiKCOne661]

yo bro how has the Canon Pixima IX6820 been doing for you. im trying to buy an inkjet printer for films also i just want to make sure i get something good

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Its good I use it in all my videos.

[@getyaenzupcustomcrafts1097]

You got this bra 👊💯

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Thanks

[@lindseymathers3158]

Can you print color on the transparencies ??

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Yes

[@lindseymathers3158]

Heart and Hustle Printing THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ACTUALLY RESPONDING, Best Buy won’t even respond. You saved my life and hopefully future business ♥️♥️♥️

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Hahaha no problem. Thanks for taking the time to watch my videos..

[@GingerLeigh737]

@Heart ans Hustle Printing I'm printing out black designs on the transparency sheets. When it comes out much of the background has a thin layer of black ink where there is no design. Anyone know why or how to fix that? Thank you.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Could be the online of your image

[@GingerLeigh737]

Heart and Hustle Printing Ya, not so sure how that would happen though...💁‍♀️

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Send me image and ill fix it for you. [e-mail]. I dont mind helping

[@GingerLeigh737]

Heart and Hustle Printing Thank you so much! I’m thinking it might be about the layer process in photoshop? I’m going to attempt to troubleshoot that process too. I’ll send a pic of the current problem soon! Thanks again! 👩🏻‍🦰🇨🇦✌️

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Sounds good..

[@20amohan]

Hello. Where did u order the ink? Can this be converted to sublimation??

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

I order from total ink Solutions. Screen printing cant be converted to sublimation.

[@20amohan]

Heart and Hustle Printing I’m sorry i didn’t mean screen printing🤦🏾‍♀️ i meant could this printer b converted

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Oh the printer in the video. No it cant.

[@20amohan]

Heart and Hustle Printing ok. Thank u. I thought inkjet printers could b converted in2 sublimation but what do i know

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

You can do certain types just not this one.. Im not exactly sure bc I have a sawgrass800

[@edruizal]

The sticki side is the god side

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Yeah I know now. I have since had a little upgrade.. Just alittle.. . kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6S3Y2h5ZcZsd5I

[@trinityperez9775]

YEETTTTT

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

HAHAHA!!!!!

[@jotajota5936]

Hello can you tell me what are does setting please

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Setting for what.

[@jotajota5936]

For the canon so the color come out more black

[@jotajota5936]

And thank you love your video keep making them please they are very good aand detailed

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

@@jotajota5936 Email me and I will send you a pic of my settings.

[@jotajota5936]

Ok

[@jotajota5936]

What kind of ink you used

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Plastisol Inks

[@getyaenzupcustomcrafts1097]

Bro I sent you a link for some pallet tape

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

I got it thanks..

[@ExposedRoot]

OMG!! I can't watch it anymore.

[@HeartHustlePrinting]

Then don't

[@wearechangecthartford]

Dont put tape or ANYTHING on the bottom side. You want 100% contact with whatever you're printing on.