If you're looking for a bold, durable and versatile branding method for your apparel, DTF printing (Direct to Film printing) is exactly what you need.
Whether it’s for workwear, sports uniforms, promotional merch or custom gifts, DTF printing delivers crisp, vivid designs that stand out on almost any fabric.
Here’s how it works : your artwork is printed onto a clear film using specialised printers and inks. This film is then coated with a layer of adhesive powder, which is applied evenly and neatly thanks to an automated shaker that removes any excess glue. After passing through a heat curing process to set the design, the film is cooled, cut to size and finally heat pressed onto your chosen product, locking in colour and detail for a finish that looks sharp and feels fantastic.
DTF Pros :
- equally suitable for small & large print runs
- ideal for artwork with lots of colours or fine detail
- less costly setup fees compared to screen printing
DTF Cons :
- coarse fabrics will produce variations in print output due to fabric texture
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Please keep in mind DTF printing is a multi-step print process involving several machines. It is likely when you receive your items that they may have a "bruise" around the print area. This is totally normal. After the first wash the bruise will reduce & in most cases disappear.
To get a quote for DTF Printing via email :
- Simply send us a copy of your proposed logo / artwork
- Let us know what items you want branded & the approximate quantities
- We'll send you back an itemised quote
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Please note : we only brand on items that have been purchased from us
To get a quote for DTF Printing using the webstore :
- Add the products you are interested in to your cart
- Add the quantity of DTF Prints you require to your cart (you'll need one print for each product & placement)
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If the order requires new artwork, add one Branding Set Up Fee.
- Proceed to Checkout & select "I just need a quote" (no payment is required when this option is selected)
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Email us your artwork
- We'll send you back an itemised quote
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Please note : we only brand on items that have been purchased from us
Pricing & Minimums
Pricing for DTF Printing is determined by :
- The artwork size
- The quantity of the same print being run at any one time
Our first 6 price breaks by quantity are :
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1-5 | 6-19 | 20-49 | 50-99 | 100-249 etc
Minimum Order Quantities :
- For new artwork : 1 garment or bag | 12 caps
- For repeat artwork : 1 garment or bag | 12 caps
Maximum Printable Area :
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350mm wide x 450mm length
Artwork Format :
Artwork Approval Method :
- For single units we will send you a digital mockup for approval once your order has been processed.
- For multiple units & bulk orders (where a branding setup fee has been applicable) we will prepare a print strike off for you on a swatch of fabric once your quote has been approved. A photo of your strike off will be emailed to you for approval or you can view the strike off in person in our Moorabbin showroom.
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