studio terms and conditions 2025

screenprint/riso studio membership

An independent, community-based print studio since 2010

 

THE STUDIO

The Printhaus is a private limited company by guarantee, co-founded and directed by Tom Whitehead and Jude Lau. The Printhaus runs as a not-for-profit organisation, reinvesting any and all profits back into the studio for the benefit of its members and the wider community. It provides the following services and amenities to the local community, public sector organisations and community groups:

  1. Studio membership

  2. Print courses and workshops 

  3. One to one tuition and training

  4. Screenprint and Riso printing services

  5. Regular art markets and events

  6. Mentorships

ELIGIBILITY

Who can join: Membership is open to adults 18+ developing their own artwork and creative skills

Who cannot join: Commercial print businesses or individuals printing others’ work

Experience required: Members must have prior screenprinting/riso printing experience and be comfortable working independently

Inexperienced applicants: Those new to screenprinting/riso printing and/or need a refresher should complete one of our beginners courses before joining as a member

TYPES MEMBERSHIP

There are three types of membership as listed below:

  • Paper screenprinting : includes induction, access to both studios on ground and first-floor, screen prep, art-working and all paper screenprinting facilities

  • Textiles screenprinting :  includes induction, access to both studios on ground and first-floor, access to screen prep, art-working and all textiles screenprinting facilities

  • Riso : includes induction, access to main studio on first floor, art-working and all riso printing facilities

MEMBERSHIP DURATION

There are four options as listed below. All subscriptions begin and end on the 1st of the month:

Fixed- term:

  • 3 months (fixed term with the option to renew or change subscription plan at the end of the 3 months)

  • 6 months (fixed term with the option to renew or change subscription plan at the end of the 6 months)

  • 12 months (fixed term with the option to renew or change subscription plan at the end of the 12 months)

Monthly:

• Rolling monthly subscription (option to change plan at any point)

MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION TERMS

  • Membership fee includes induction and full subscription period

  • Payment options: one-time payment or monthly recurring

  • Concessions available for seniors (60+) and current students

  • Acceptable ID for concessions: driver's licence, passport, or student ID

MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL TERMS

Fixed-term members (3, 6, or 12 months):

  • Friendly e-mail reminders sent 1 month and 2 weeks before expiry

  • Members must email their renewal preference before their expiry date

  • A £15 administrative fee applies for decisions communicated on or after expiry

Monthly members:

  • Members must email 2 weeks in advance to cancel or change their subscription

  • Fees continue until we receive cancellation notice by email

  • Please note we cannot backdate cancellations regardless of circumstances

JOINING AND INDUCTIONS

  • All new applicants enter into the same joining process by completing the mandatory induction

  • Inductions occur on the 1st of each month, which is also when members' subscriptions begin. Members can select their preferred induction date on the website when purchasing their subscription

  • Inductions cover essential studio knowledge: Members' Area access and benefits, responsibilities as a member, open/close procedures for the studio, staff contacts, equipment safety, booking studio time, how and where to buy materials and studio sharing guidelines. This orientation helps members navigate the space confidently, but please note—it's not a printing class and members won't create their own prints during the session. It's simply an introduction to how the studio works and what's expected of members

ACCESS

  • The studio is accessible in line with Chapter’s open hours and is open to members 7-days a week, 8.30am-10pm. Including bank holiday weekends

  • Access to the ground floor and first-floor studio is via key-code pad. Members are given the codes during the induction

  • Members book studio time and equipment through Google Calendar, which regulates all studio access

  • Time on print presses and machinery is capped, but preparatory work (screen coating, drawing) has no time limit

  • Access times are monitored and may change based on demand, with all members consulted via email about any modifications

HEALTH & SAFETY IN THE WORKSHOP

  • The studio uses primarily water-based inks and accompanying cleaners. Members must check with staff first about the use of non-water-based inks/cleaners. The studio is a shared space and members with medical conditions could be exposed to harmful fumes/chemicals that might endanger their health and your own

  • Members who feel noticeably unwell and/or present symptoms of any communicable disease should stay away from the studio until they are in better health

  • Prior to the use of any facility or equipment, members must first take the required training and be approved by staff

  • It is a requirement of membership that health & safety guidelines are adhered to

  • All members will receive health & safety training as part of the induction and before the start of membership

  • On successful completion of the health & safety training, members can request or be required to undertake further training in accordance with the prescribed health & safety guidelines

COLLABORATIVE PROJECTS

We welcome collaboration in the studio. Members planning to work with others and bring them into the studio must talk to us about the collaboration details and studio usage beforehand

MATERIALS

  • The studio sells materials for screenprinting and riso printing 

  • Materials must be paid for either in advance or at the end of each printing session

  • Payment is made by card and using the POS (Point Of Sale) located in the upstairs studio. Minimum spend of £1 per transaction

  • Members can bring in their own art materials to use in the studio

  • Screens must be checked by staff before use on the exposure-unit

STORAGE

  • Lockers and plan-chest drawers are available for hire subject to availability

  • There is shared screens storage for all screenprint members located in the ground floor studio and in the adjoining corridor. Members should clearly label their screens with a permanent marker and/or coloured tape. Members are responsible for the safe-keeping of their own screens. We do not take responsibility for members’ personal screens

KEEPING THE WORKSHOP TIDY

  • Members are responsible for tidying up after themselves

  • All equipment and materials must be cleaned and returned to their allocated places

  • Rubbish and waste must be disposed of responsibly by using the correct waste-bins provided

COURSES

Course subscriptions help sustain the studio. Members will sometimes share space with non-members during  pre-booked sessions. If the entire studio becomes inaccessible due to external bookings, members receive at least 2 weeks email notice

CODE OF CONDUCT

Membership may be terminated without refund for:

  • Printing artwork not created by you (commissioned work must be your design)

  • Failing to pay for materials/equipment after each session

  • Using equipment without proper induction

  • Unauthorised use of logos/brands/designs

  • Bringing guests without permission

  • Operating equipment while under the influence of alcohol/drugs