Direct to Garment or DTG printing is the next evolution in garment printing technology. Similar in look & feel to traditional screen printing but without some of the limitations like costly setups & colour restrictions.
The DTG ink soaks into the fabric to provide a soft texture & matt finish.
Ink coverage on dark or black garments, much like screen printing, will not be 100% opaque which gives DTG printing a more "worn in" look. Giving your garment the appearance of already being your absolute favourite straight out of the bag!
Pros :
- feels softer & looks more like a traditional screen print
- ideal for short print runs
- ideal for artwork with lots of colours or fine detail
- uses water based inks
- less costly setup fees compared to screen printing
Cons :
- print will fade with washing over time (just like a screen print)
- can not match specific Pantone colours
- coarse fabrics will produce variations in print output due to fabric texture
- can only be used on garments - not suitable for caps / beanies
Best for :
- 100% cotton fabric
- smooth fabrics like cotton jersey & not pique knit
- cotton based garments like Tees, Polo Shirts, Hoodies, Jumpers
- short runs
Please keep in mind DTG is a multi-step print process involving several machines. It is likely when you receive your garments that they may have a "bruise" around the print area & in some instances the print may feel "sticky". This is caused by the pre & post treatment process. This is totally normal. After the first wash the bruise will reduce & in most cases disappear. Any residual "stickiness" will disappear after the first wash.
To get a quote for DTG 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 DTG Printing using the webstore :
- Add the garments you are interested in to your cart
- Add the quantity of DTG Prints you require to your cart (you'll need one print for each garment & 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 DTG Printing is determined by :
- The artwork
- The garment colour (light prints on dark garments are more expensive to print than dark prints on light garments).
- 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 | 2-10 | 11-20 | 21-50 | 51-149 | 150-250 etc
Minimum Order Quantities :
- For new artwork : 1
- For repeat artwork : 1
Maximum Printable Area :
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400mm wide x 520mm 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 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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