DTF Printing

DTF printing
made to
wear.

Detailed, full-color custom apparel printing for businesses, schools, organizations, events, teams and personal projects.

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Detailed full-color graphic printed on a Manor Texas spirit shirt
Why DTF

One printing method.
A lot of possibilities.

DTF printing helps turn detailed artwork and full-color designs into printed apparel for small and large projects. It gives businesses, schools, events, teams and organizations a flexible way to create custom shirts and other apparel.

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The process

What is DTF printing?

Direct to Film printing puts artwork onto specialized film, prepares it with adhesive powder, and transfers the design onto a garment using heat. The result is a wearable print that brings detailed artwork to apparel.

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The DTF process.

  1. 01

    Artwork

    Prepare your artwork for printing.

  2. 02

    Print

    Your design is printed onto DTF film.

  3. 03

    Transfer

    The printed transfer is applied to the garment using heat.

  4. 04

    Ready to wear

    The finished apparel is prepared according to the agreed order details.

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Made for the details.

Full-color designs

Print detailed artwork, logos, graphics and illustrations.

Small runs

Useful when you do not need a large production run.

Business apparel

Create branded shirts and apparel for your team.

Schools + organizations

Create spirit wear, event shirts, clubs and organization apparel.

Events

Create matching apparel for celebrations and special events.

Clothing brands

Develop custom graphics for collections and product drops.

School spirit wear

School spirit
starts with
a great shirt.

DTF can support school organizations, clubs, teams, fundraisers, events, spirit wear and staff apparel. Use approved artwork and build a look around your colors and crew.

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Business apparel

Put your brand
on something
people wear.

Create custom apparel for small businesses, staff uniforms, promotional apparel, local brands, events and customer merchandise.

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See the detail.

Colorful detailed spirit shirt graphic
Folded shirt with a colorful Texas design
Custom apparel product from Manor Tees
Group wearing coordinated custom shirts
Questions

DTF printing FAQ.

What is DTF printing?

DTF printing places artwork on specialized film, prepares it with adhesive powder, then transfers it to a garment using heat.

What types of artwork work well for DTF?

Detailed artwork, full-color designs, graphics, logos and illustrations can be discussed for a custom apparel project.

Can DTF printing be used for full-color designs?

Yes. DTF is suitable for discussing full-color apparel designs and detailed graphics.

Can you print small quantities?

Share the apparel, artwork and approximate quantity in your custom order so the project can be reviewed.

What garments can be used with DTF transfers?

Tell us which garments you are considering when you start your order so the appropriate options can be reviewed.

Is DTF printing good for business apparel?

It can be used for branded shirts and apparel for teams, staff, events and customer merchandise.

Can you make school spirit wear with DTF?

Yes. DTF can support school spirit wear, club apparel, team gear and staff apparel using artwork you have permission to reproduce.

How do I start a custom apparel order?

Start a custom order with your artwork or idea, apparel preferences and approximate quantity.

Ready to print?

Have an idea
for a shirt?

Tell us what you're making, how many pieces you need, and what you have in mind. We'll help you figure out the next step.

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