Direct to Film (DTF) printing is revolutionizing the apparel decoration industry. This method prints full-color designs onto a special transfer film, which is then heat-pressed onto the final product. Unlike DTG printing, DTF works seamlessly on cotton, polyester, and blended fabrics—and produces a softer, more flexible finish than traditional Plastisol prints.
One major advantage of DTF is its versatility. You can apply it to a wide variety of fabric items, including garments, hats, and tote bags—even those that were previously limited to vinyl cut-and-weed methods.
Our DTF transfers include white ink underlays, making them ideal for both light and dark fabrics. Each transfer is backed with a solid white base to preserve color vibrancy and edge clarity. Plus, they’re shelf-stable—print now, store them, and press whenever you’re ready!
Turnaround
Next Day Turnaround and Cut-off Time:
Order and submit artwork before 1pm PST ships in 2 business days. Order after 1pm add 1 business day.
Same Day Turnaround:
Not available for this product.
Pressing Instructions
Our DTF is a cold peel film. Heat, pressure, and time should be adjusted according to individual machines and substrates. The following are general recommendations for reference only.
- Pressure: 35-50 PSI
- Pre-Press: 5-7 seconds until moisture is gone
- Press: 290-320℉ 10-20 seconds
- Post-Press: 5-7 seconds with a teflon sheet or other preferred material
File Instructions
We only accept PNG files for this product.
Artwork should be submitted with transparent backgrounds.
- PNG Only
- File must be transparent background
- Require ⅛” safety margin along all edges to avoid print cut off in trimming
- Gang up designs on your artboard to utilize the square footage price (e.g. repeat the same design on the artboard to maximize cost)
- 5/0 color printing
- Max size 22” x 120”
- Transfers will be trimmed to ordered size