DIRECT-TO-FILM PRINTING

CUSTOM DTF PRINTING SERVICES IN NAMPA, IDAHO

Q: WHAT MATERIALS CAN BE PRINTED USING DTF?

DTF printing is versatile and can be used to print on a wide range of materials, including fabrics like cotton, polyester, blends, and even hard surfaces like wood and ceramics. DTF performs superior to DTG on synthetic fibers, such as polyester.

Q: WHAT TYPE OF MATERIAL SHOULD MY DESIGN BE PRINTED ON?

Typically cotton works best for DTG printing; pre-shrunk cotton or 100% ring spun cotton are preferable. Cotton / polyester blends also work well. Ring spun cotton has a tight weave, so these t-shirts last longer and feel softer to the touch. They also provide the best results for printing directly onto the garment because they produce a more flat/smooth finish.

Q: HOW DURABLE ARE DIRECT TO FILM PRINTS?

DTF prints are durable and long-lasting when properly applied and cared for. They can withstand regular washing and wear without fading or cracking. The best practice is to turn the garments inside out before washing and to wash with mild detergent.

Q: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DTF AND DTG?

DTF and DTG (Direct-to-Garment) printing are similar but have some differences. While DTG prints directly onto the fabric, DTF prints on a special film that is then transferred to the fabric using a heat press. DTF can also print on various substrates beyond fabrics.

Q: ARE THERE REALLY NO MINIMUMS?

Unlike screen printing, direct to film printing does not require a minimum order. With DTF, there is very little setup that needs to take place, making smaller orders economically feasible. Have just a couple of shirts you want printed for a special occasion? We can do that for you, thanks to DTF technology!

Q: HOW DO I ORDER DTF FROM YOU?

You can either call us directly at (986) 777-9466 or fill out our quote request form.

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The Direct-to-Film print method is a modern and efficient technique used in the screen printing process. In this method, the design is directly printed onto a transparent film using specialized inkjet printers. The film serves as a stencil that allows precise and detailed reproduction of the design onto the screen. This method eliminates the need for traditional hand-cut stencils, streamlining the setup process and ensuring consistent and high-quality prints. Direct-to-Film printing offers excellent registration and helps screen printers achieve intricate designs with ease. It has become a popular choice for its accuracy, speed, and cost-effectiveness in the garment printing industry.

The process is relatively hassle-free compared to other methods of printing.
With DTF printing, you are not limited by colors or substrates. For no extra cost, you can incorporate as many different colors into your printed design as your heart desires.
DTF offers much quicker turnaround times than traditional methods.
There is no minimum order for Direct-to-Film printing. This makes it the number one option for one-off prints and small run orders.

At The Print Plug, we are able to utilize our top-of-the-line DTF printer to apply professional graphics and designs to a multitude of mediums, including fabric types that are not suitable for DTG printing.

Call The Print Plug today to find out how we can help breathe life into your custom apparel project. With a friendly and knowledgeable staff, you can rest easy knowing your DTF print job is in good hands. From the design process to the finished product, your satisfaction is guaranteed.

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NO MINIMUM ORDERS!

ONLY NEED 1 SHIRT PRINTED? NO PROBLEM (PRICE BREAKS ON LARGER ORDERS)

WHY CHOOSE CUSTOM DTF PRINTING?

NO ORDER MINIMUM: Need only 1 shirt printed? The Print Plug can get it done! Direct-to-Garment is a great option for any size job, but has a unique edge over other decorating techniques - especially screen printing - is its capability to handle one-off and small-batch orders. This means that you order only the number of garments you need. For the most value, ask us about our volume discounts.

UNLIMITED COLORS: Unlike screen printing, which applies one color to a garment at a time, DTF printing easily prints dynamic images with as many colors, shades and pigments as you'd like. This makes printing full-color images with DTG a much cheaper option than screen printing.

QUICK TURNAROUND: On a time crunch? Need a last-minute shirt print job done? The Print Plug to the rescue! Direct-to-Film Printing provides a quick turnaround capability. You can rest easy knowing that you will have the custom garments you need, just in time for that special event.

HIGH-RESOLUTION IMAGES: Need to print your son's baby photo on a shirt as a graduation gift? DTF printing is the way to go! Direct-to-Film has the capability to print in much greater detail than screen printing.

LONG-LASTING DESIGNS: When DTF printing, the vinyl layer binds directly to the fiber of the garment. This allows the design to last much longer.

CLEAN & GREEN: DTG is one of the most environmentally-conscious ways to decorate custom shirts. DTG Printers use an environmentally friendly and non-toxic water-based ink.

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UNLIMITED COLORS!

DON'T BE LIMITED ON THE NUMBER OF COLORS YOU CAN INCORPORATE INTO YOUR DESIGN.

THE DTF PRINTING PROCESS

Direct-to-Film printing is a modern and efficient technique used in screen printing. The process involves several steps to create a precise and detailed stencil for printing designs onto various substrates. Here is a brief outline of the individual steps involved in Direct-to-Film printing:

Design Creation: The process begins with the creation of the design using computer software. The design is customized according to the customer's specifications and requirements.
Film Printing: The finalized design is printed onto a transparent film using specialized inkjet printers. This film will serve as the stencil for the screen printing process.
Screen Preparation: The screen used for printing is coated with an adhesive powder.
Curing: The adhesive powder is cured at a specific temperature for a specified period of time, until it hardens into an adhesive layer.
Pressing: Once the design is created and adhesive is applied, you are ready to press the design onto your garment! Simply measure and apply the design, press and peel, and that's it!

Direct-to-Film printing offers precise registration, efficient setup, and excellent results, making it a popular choice for screen printers looking to achieve intricate and detailed designs on various materials.

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NO SET-UP FEES!

SAVE MONEY WITH NO ARTWORK OR SCREEN FEES TO WORRY ABOUT!

WHAT FILE TYPES SHOULD BE USED FOR DTF?

Vector graphics work best, but we can work around the quality of your design and alter it to fit the order (fees may apply). The reason vector graphics are most commonly used is because they can be infinitely resized without losing any resolution or color quality, which is ideal for projects that need high quality images. DTF printing is a digital process; all we need is a high resolution art file that we can send to the printer and we will be able to print the shirt. Common file types for vector graphics include .ai (illustrator), .eps (encapsulated postscript), and .svg (scalable vector graphics). A high resolution PNG (portable network graphics) with a transparent background is preferred, and we can work with the art you give us (fees apply for reworking).

.Ai (Adobe Illustrator)
.eps (Encapsulated Postscript)
.svg (Scalable Vector Graphic)
.png (High Resolution Portable Network Graphic)

HOW DO I KNOW MY DESIGN SHOULD USE DTF?

If the design is very intricate, or uses a high multitude of colors, Direct To Film printing is a good choice. With DTF, there are absolutely no color restrictions. It’s just as easy to do a one-color print as it is to print 50 colors on a shirt; so this is our go-to method with orders that include complicated artwork. For these reasons, any photographs should be printed on a shirt utilizing DTF as well. If your order is a small quantity of garments or a “one off”, DTF printing is the way to go as well, since it avoids the set up and screen fees that traditional screen printing has. DTF is a great option for synthetic fabrics, while DTG is best used for natural fibers.

WHAT MATERIALS CAN BE PRINTED USING DTF?

WHAT TYPE OF MATERIAL SHOULD MY DESIGN BE PRINTED ON?

HOW DURABLE ARE DIRECT TO FILM PRINTS?

WOULD DIRECT TO GARMENT BE BETTER FOR SMALL OR LARGE ORDERS?

Direct To Garment is best used for specialized orders, such as “one offs” or orders lower than 24 items. Designs that utilize DTG printing are preferably ones that involve complex and dense images, or images with lots of gradients and a vast palette of colors. DTG is not typically time or price effective for bulk orders like other printing alternatives, such as screen printing.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DTF AND DTG?

ARE THERE REALLY NO MINIMUMS?

HOW DO I ORDER DTF FROM YOU?

To place an order, call us directly at (986) 777-9466, ot fill out our quote request form; let us know the specifics of what you want and we can put together a proposal with a quote and mock-up. We will contact you as soon as possible to iron out all the details.