What is Direct To Film Printing?

Quick Transfers provide high-quality direct to film printing services for many different types of designs and clothing projects. However, you may wonder exactly what this type of printing entails. Learn what is involved in direct to film (DTF) printing below.

What is Involved in the Process of DTF Printing?

When it comes to DTF printing, the process involves designs created by the customer being uploaded or created to our website – this is usually referred to as a “gang sheet.” Once this design has been uploaded to our site and the size of the image is selected, the design will be printed onto a thin film using water-based inks. Those inks are then coated with a special adhesive powder, which is key to the transfer process.

How is the Design Transferred Onto Clothing?

The special adhesive powder that coats the ink is key because this enables the design to be transferred from the film to whatever clothing you choose, usually a plain t-shirt or other item of clothing that can easily accept a design. A heat press is used to transfer that design from the film to the chosen item of clothing.

What Are The Advantages of DTF Printing?

The advantages of DTF printing include the ability to allow for the inclusion of high-resolution prints that have fine details and vibrant colors. The direct transfer process enables those designs to be accurately reproduced on various items and substrates, including metals, plastics, and fabrics. The cost-effective production and quick turnaround times enable DTF printing to be a viable option for both large- and small-scale printing projects.

Contact Quick Transfers at https://quicktransfers.com for more information on direct to film printing.