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Direct-to-Film Printing (DTF)
Direct-to-film printing, or DTF, is one of the best t-shirt printing techniques and involves transferring designs from a special PET film to t-shirts using adhesive powder and heat. DTF doesn’t require garment pretreatment since the design is pre-printed on film.
This method works on various fabrics, including polyester and cotton, offering vibrant results. DTF does leave a slight plasticky and shiny finish due to the fixing powder, yet it enhances color vibrancy without affecting the shirt’s base color.
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Embroidery
Embroidery is a great way to add embellishment that lasts. Embroidered logos have a more sophisticated look compared to what can be achieved with vinyl printing or Direct-to-film.
With embroidery, you need to follow strict design requirements, as the designs are made with a embroidery machine. The color variations are limited, as is the print area. However, embroidery will last longer than any other printing method.
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Vinyl Heat Transfers
Vinyl heat stamping involves cutting designs from sheets of colored vinyl and then heat-pressing them onto the fabric using a heat transfer machine. This method offers a limited range of color options and works best for simpler designs. Vinyl heat stamping is particularly well-suited for small production runs and is commonly used for customizing garments such as t-shirts, hoodies, and bags.
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