DTF transfer printing – vibrant and versatile
DTF transfer printing is suitable for detailed, multi-colored designs on many different textiles. The process is particularly flexible and can be used for both small and large quantities.
The design is first printed onto a special transfer film and then applied to the garment using heat. This allows for vibrant colors, fine lines, fonts, and color gradients to be applied to cotton, polyester, and many blended fabrics.
MANY TEXTILES
FINE DETAILS & MANY COLORS
When is DTF transfer printing the right choice?
DTF is particularly versatile and suitable for many designs and textile types. However, for very large print areas or sensitive functional materials, we will check whether another process is more comfortable or technically better suited.
Particularly suitable for
- multi-colored company logos and club designs
- fine lines, small fonts, and color gradients
- T-shirts, polo shirts, hoodies, and workwear
- cotton, polyester, and many blended fabrics
- small, medium, and large quantities
- consistent designs for future reorders
What you should know
- the print lies as a thin layer on the textile
- very large solid motifs can be less breathable
- heat-sensitive or coated textiles must be tested beforehand
- material, color, and surface influence the result
- the included care instructions must be followed
- for simple names and numbers, flex printing may be more suitable
From motif to finished DTF print
In the DTF process, the design is first prepared as a transfer and then permanently applied to the textile using heat and pressure.
01
Check print file
We check the resolution, colors, motif size, and the desired position on the garment.
02
Create transfer
The motif is printed with color and white components onto a special transfer film and prepared with hot-melt adhesive.
03
Transfer motif
The finished transfer is applied to the garment using a textile press at a coordinated temperature and pressure.
04
Check result
Nach dem Pressvorgang prüfen wir Position, Haftung, Farben und das vollständige Druckbild.
The approved print file can be reused for later reorders, provided the motif size and execution remain unchanged.
What do we need for your DTF request?
For an initial assessment, a few details are sufficient. If the textile, print size, or position have not yet been determined, we would be happy to advise you on the appropriate implementation.
01
Logo or motif
Please send us your motif, if possible as a vector, PDF or high-resolution image file.
After production, you will receive appropriate care instructions for the selected textile and the transfer used.
02
Textile and material
State the desired garment as well as the material and color, if already known.
03
Quantity and sizes
Please let us know the required quantity and the desired size distribution.
04
Print size and position
Specify the desired placement, approximate motif size, and the required delivery date.