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# DTF Printing

# What is DTF printing?
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DTF printing (Direct to Film) is a modern and versatile printing technique that allows high-quality designs to be applied to almost any type of textile. In addition to standard cotton or cotton blends, DTF can be used on a wide range of fabrics, including polyester, nylon, softshell, and traditional cotton.
The design is first printed onto a special film and then transferred onto the fabric using heat and pressure. The result is a vibrant, sharp print with rich colors and fine details. The print sits slightly on top of the fabric, creating a bold and professional finish.


**What Can You Expect?**
* Sharp prints with vibrant colors and fine details
* Wide applicability: suitable for cotton, polyester, nylon, softshell, and more
* Strong and flexible: the print has slight stretch and resists cracking
* Durable results: maintains quality with normal use and washing (30°C)
* Eye-catching appearance: the print sits slightly on top of the fabric for a professional effect


**How Does DTF Printing Work?**
The DTF process consists of several precise steps:
**1. Creating the Design**
The design is digitally prepared and optimized for printing, ensuring accurate colors, resolution, and detail.
**2. Printing on Transfer Film**
The design is printed using water-based inks onto a special PET transfer film. This film is heat-resistant and ensures sharp transfer quality.
**3. Applying Adhesive Powder**
While the ink is still wet, a special adhesive powder is applied. This powder ensures strong bonding between the print and the fabric.
**4. Drying the Print**
The printed and powdered film is heated so the adhesive powder melts and bonds with the ink.
**5. Transferring to Textile**
Using a heat press, the film is applied to the fabric under high temperature and pressure. The ink and adhesive layer fuse with the textile, ensuring a durable result.
**6. Removing the Film**
Once applied, the film is carefully removed, leaving behind a sharp and vibrant print ready for use.


**The Advantages of DTF Printing**
DTF printing offers a strong combination of quality, flexibility, and durability — perfect for anyone looking for a professional and versatile printing method.
* **Excellent color reproduction** → Bright, rich, and highly detailed prints
* **Suitable for many fabrics** → Works on cotton, polyester, and nylon
* **Durable and long-lasting** → Resistant to washing (30°C) and everyday use
* **Flexible and comfortable** → The print remains smooth and does not crack easily
* **Suitable for small and large runs** → Ideal for both samples and bulk production


**Please note: Some items are only suitable for DTF printing**
* **Sleeve printing:**
Printing on sleeves is only available with **DTF**. As long as a product is set to **DTG**, sleeve printing cannot be added.
* **Polo shirts:**
Polo shirts can only be printed using **DTF**, as the buttons on the front prevent them from being processed with **DTG**.
* **Sportswear (e.g. JC001):**
Sportswear, such as the **JC001**, can only be printed using **DTF**. This is due to the fabric composition, which is not suitable for **DTG** printing.

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