DTF Application Guide

DTF Printing Guidelines & Application Instructions

Follow these steps and image requirements to ensure your transfers press cleanly and accurately.

Recommended Equipment

For the best results, we strongly recommend using a commercial heat press for DTF transfers.

Pre-Press Steps

Pre-press garment for 10 seconds to remove moisture and wrinkles.
If aligning your design by folding the garment, do so before pre-pressing.

DTF Transfer Application Guide

Steps	Cotton or Blends	100% Polyester
Temperature Setting	300°F – 320°F	270°F – 290°F
Press Time	10 – 15 seconds	10 – 12 seconds
Peeling	Wait at least 10 seconds before peeling. Can be peeled hot, warm, or cold.*
Re-Press Material	Parchment or Teflon**
Re-Press Time	5 – 10 seconds

*Note: If the image does not transfer completely when peeling, repress for 5–10 seconds and re-peel.

**Finish Options: Parchment = matte finish • Teflon = glossy finish.

Care Instructions

Turn garment inside out before washing.
Machine wash cold.
No bleach. No softener.
Tumble dry low.
Do not dry clean or iron directly on the design.

Image Guidelines (Upload Requirements)

Images must be at least 300 dpi for best quality.
Accepted file types: PNG is required for gang sheet orders.
Enlarging a 300 dpi image (ex: 3" → 9") can cause pixelation and quality loss.
Color shifts may occur when converting from RGB to CMYK for DTF.
Do not mirror your image — we handle mirroring if needed.
Use transparent backgrounds unless you want the background printed.
Minimum recommended size for thin lines or text: 7.5px / 0.25".
Avoid neon glow, soft edges, and gradients — these may not print accurately.

Important Notice

We print exactly what we receive. Spelling, placement, sizing, and image quality will not be corrected by our team. Please double-check your file before submitting your order.