Custom double-sided screen printed vinyl record slip mats for music labels, record shops, DJs, vinyl release campaigns, and bands wanting their artwork visible from both sides of the platter. Single-sided screen printing with your design on both faces of the felt — same artwork mirrored, or different art on each side ($25 plate fee for the second design).
Alchemy is a production partner built by artists, musicians, and brand owners. We've helped creators produce over 5 million custom products since 2019, and we don't operate like a promotional products company. Whether you're an indie illustrator running your first 50-piece drop, a band making merch for a tour, or a designer ordering for a brand launch, our job is the same: make the best merch we can for you.
When double-sided is the right call
Double-sided slipmats make sense when:
- You're a DJ and you flip the mat during a set; both sides need to read
- You're producing limited-run merch where the slipmat is meant to be displayed on a wall as art when not in use, and both sides count
- You want the front face to be branded for retail/display purposes and the back face to carry alternate art (album cover on one side, brand mark on the other)
- The slipmat is bundled with a vinyl release and you want artwork that works regardless of which side is up
For single-sided screen printed slipmats (the more common option), see our single-sided version. For full-color photo-realistic art, see our sublimated slipmats.
What you get
- Material: Durable felt
- Default thickness: 3mm — provides excellent record protection and standard grip
- Custom thickness: 2mm to 5mm, specify in your order notes
- Print: Single-sided screen printing on each face (front and back)
- Plate fee: One-time $25 plate fee if backside artwork is different from front; no fee if back is the same design
- Express shipping included
Other slip mat options we offer
- Screen-printed slip mats (single-sided) — classic 1-3 color screen printing on felt; most economical
- Screen-printed slip mats (double-sided) — same screen process, artwork on both faces
- Sublimated slip mats — full-color all-over print on felt; best for photo-realistic or full-color artwork
How a run actually works
Most orders start with a quote, not a cart. You send us your artwork (vector preferred for clean lines, raster works for full-color), and we come back with pricing, a production timeline, and any production notes within a business day or two. We'll flag anything in the file that won't translate well at production size before we move forward.
From proof approval, most overseas products are about a month to your door. That's the nature of producing 100% custom merchandise overseas vs. shipping a stock promotional item. Shipping is express and included in the price.
If you have a hard deadline, tell us before you order. We don't charge rush fees. We'll either confirm we can hit your date or tell you up front that we can't, so you can plan around it.
Why our minimum is 50
It's a factory math thing, not a quality stance. The factories we work with charge a labor minimum that covers setup, mold use, proofing, and the production run itself. That floor barely changes between a 25-piece and a 50-piece order, so a 25-piece run costs almost the same as 50 with half the output. 50 is where the per-piece price actually starts to make sense.
We can run smaller hard sample runs if you really need to (the factory will do it), but it's not financially viable for most people: you're paying close to 50-piece pricing for a fraction of the output. If you're set on a small run, email us first and we'll walk through whether it's worth it. Larger runs (100, 200, and up) bring the per-piece cost down meaningfully.
Who we work with
Artists running their own work: illustrators, bands, indie brand owners, podcasters, comic creators, convention sellers. Designers ordering for a brand launch, an event, a campaign, or a customer giveaway. Agencies and design studios producing merch for their clients. Merch companies running production for the artists they represent. The common thread is that the merch matters: it's representing a brand, a band, an artist, or a project that someone cares about.
What you get with Alchemy
- 5+ million products produced for creators and brands since 2019.
- 100% money-back guarantee. If it's not right, we remake it at no cost or refund you in full.
- Long-standing factory relationships. We've been working with the same vetted overseas factories for years. Consistent quality, predictable timelines, no chasing the lowest quote at the cost of the product. You get a US-based partner who handles the production logistics for you.
- Quality good enough for licensed brands. We've produced merch for officially licensed properties and large brands. The same standard goes on every order, including yours.
- A team of artists, musicians, and brand owners. Not customer-service reps trained on a script. Everyone proofing your file knows what it feels like to send their own art to a factory and hope it comes back right.
Pairs well with tote bags
For vinyl release merch bundles, our cotton canvas totes and sublimated polyester totes are sized at 40cm × 35cm to fit a 12" vinyl record cleanly. Common bundle: slipmat + tote + LP.
Common questions
What's the $25 plate fee?
If you want different artwork on each side of the slipmat, the factory needs a separate screen printing plate for the back design. The $25 covers that one-time plate setup. If the back is the same design as the front (mirrored or duplicated), no plate fee applies.
What thickness should I pick?
3mm is the default and works for most use cases. 2mm is preferred by DJs (less grip, controlled slipping during scratching and back-cueing). 4-5mm is better for record protection and archival display. If you're not sure, 3mm is the safe choice.
How does screen printing work on felt?
Ink is pushed through a mesh screen onto the fabric. Best for 1-3 color designs with clean lines. Screen printing on felt produces vivid, opaque colors that sit on the surface of the material.
Can I do photo-realistic art on a slip mat?
Screen printing isn't ideal for photo-realistic art. For full-color, gradient-heavy, or photographic designs, see our sublimated slipmats, which print in full color directly into the felt fibers.
What size are they?
Sized for standard 12" turntable platters. Custom sizes available; email us with your specs.
Can I do multiple designs in one order?
Yes, as long as each design hits the 50-piece minimum at the same size and thickness.
How long do double-sided slipmats take?
About four weeks from proof approval to your door, including express shipping. No rush fees.
Do I see a proof before production?
Yes. Digital proof for both sides before printing. Revisions until you approve.
Are these made in the USA?
Slipmats are produced overseas at long-vetted factories. Our team is US-based and handles file prep, proofing, and customer success. Our wooden products and stickers are made in the USA.
Start a quote
Send us your artwork and a rough quantity, and we'll come back with pricing and a timeline within a business day or two. Not sure if your file will work? Send what you have. We'll tell you what we'd need to make it production-ready. Start a quote.
Design Templates
Set up your artwork at the correct size with proper bleed and safe zones using our production templates. Vector files (PDF/AI/EPS) are preferred for clean lines and scaling; raster (PSD) works for full-color artwork at 300dpi.
- Vector Slip Mat Template (Vector PDF)
- Raster/ PSD Slip Mat Template (Raster PSD)
