Printing

Must-follow guidelines

Avoid semi-transparent designs. Semi-transparent graphics (or elements with lowered opacity) don’t translate well in DTG printing. Use solid colors or simulate semi-transparency by halftoning.
Create designs with the necessary DPI. Simply typing in a new resolution value into the file won’t create a better print. If your graphic’s resolution is too low, the best solution is to recreate it.

We don’t print white ink on white garments. Designs containing white elements will have areas without a print.
Light ink on bright fabric might look tinted. This is most evident on Red, Maroon, and other similar colors.
Human involvement in the printing process can lead to minor variations in the exact placement on garments and products.

Avoid semi-transparent designs. Semi-transparent graphics (or elements with lowered opacity) don’t translate well in DTF printing. Use solid colors or simulate semi-transparency by halftoning.
Have some negative space in your design elements. Incorporate see-through elements throughout the design to give your print a lighter feel. This way, less ink and adhesive will be applied to the garment, creating a softer final result compared to large, solid-color designs.

Create the designs with the necessary DPI. Simply entering a new resolution value won’t create a better print. If your graphic’s resolution is too low, the best solution is to recreate it.
Customize products with high-resolution images. Direct-to-film printing is a great choice for photography designs as it allows to print full-color, high-quality images. Note that the higher the image resolution, the clearer and sharper the print result.

Due to printing specifications, the white color layer may be visible under the color ink layer.
The print might feel slightly stiff at first but will wear in after a few washes. The feel of the print can vary based on the type of fabric used. The breathability for garments with these prints is relatively low.
A direct-to-film print might develop small cracks if the fabric is washed in hot water.
We recommend ironing products inside out as ironing the print directly may change its color. For example, white design elements could turn yellow.