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Everything you need for perfect Textile DTF transfers — how to prepare artwork that prints and lasts, the file types & resolution our gang sheet builder needs, and exactly how to heat-press your transfers onto fabric.
Artwork RequirementsTextile DTF is a heat-transfer print applied to fabric with a heat press. It gives vibrant colour, a soft feel, and excellent wash durability — ideal for apparel and custom clothing. It bonds to fabric fibres, so it's a very different product from UV-DTF (which is for hard, rigid surfaces).
T-shirts, hoodies, sweaters, caps, tote bags, aprons and more — cotton, polyester, and poly/cotton blends all work beautifully. Perfect for clothing brands and custom apparel.
Textile DTF needs a heat press and fabric to bond to. It is not for glass, metal, tumblers, wood, or other hard surfaces.
Textile DTF lays down a solid white underbase and then your colours on top. That's what makes it pop on dark garments — but it also means your artwork needs clean, defined edges. Here's what works and what to avoid.
Our gang sheet builder accepts several file types, but a high-resolution PNG with a transparent background gives the best, cleanest result.
The gang sheet builder accepts PNG, JPG/JPEG, SVG, WEBP and PDF, and you can upload multiple files at once.
Aim for 300 DPI at the final print size. Enlarging a small or low-res image on the canvas drops its effective DPI and it will print soft or pixelated.
As you resize art on the sheet, the builder shows its effective DPI and a coloured border so you know instantly if a piece is print-ready.
| Effective DPI (in the builder) | Quality | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| 300 DPI or more | Green | Ideal — crisp, sharp print. |
| 200–299 DPI | Yellow | Acceptable for most art; fine detail may soften. |
| 150–199 DPI | Orange | Risky — noticeably soft. Use a larger/higher-res file if you can. |
| Below 150 DPI | Red | Too low — will look blurry or pixelated in print. |
All sheets are 300 mm wide; you arrange as many designs as you like within the sheet.
| Sheet | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| A4 | 210 × 300 mm |
| A3 | 300 × 420 mm |
| Custom 1 | 300 × 840 mm |
| Custom 2 | 300 × 1000 mm |
| Custom 3 | 300 × 1500 mm |
| Custom 4 (Full Sheet) | 300 × 2000 mm |
Textile DTF transfers are applied with a heat press. Follow these steps for a vibrant print that survives the wash. Our transfers are cold peel.
Press the blank garment on its own for about 5 seconds to flatten it and drive out moisture. A dry, smooth surface bonds far better.
Place the transfer print-side down where you want it. Measure or use a guide for straight, centred placement.
Lay a sheet of parchment or a PTFE/Teflon sheet over the transfer to protect it and the platen.
160 °C / 320 °F, firm pressure, for 12–15 seconds. Times and temperatures can vary slightly with your press and fabric — always test first.
Let the transfer cool completely, then peel the carrier film away in one slow, smooth motion. If any of the design lifts, lay it back down, re-press briefly and let it cool again before peeling.
Cover with parchment or an old t-shirt and press again for 5–10 seconds. This embeds the print into the fabric for a softer feel and better wash durability.
Share these with your customers to keep prints looking their best for as long as possible.
Got print-ready artwork? Lay out your designs on a gang sheet and order in minutes. Not sure about a file? Send it over and we'll take a look.