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DTF Printing

DTF Printing for Workwear, Uniforms and Custom Apparel

DTF printing is a flexible garment decoration method that allows detailed, full-colour designs to be applied to a wide range of apparel.

PlusEmbroidery offers in-house DTF printing for Australian businesses, clubs, schools, teams and organisations needing printed logos, larger designs or artwork that may not suit embroidery.

What Is DTF Printing?

DTF stands for Direct to Film. The design is printed onto a transfer film and then applied to the garment using heat and pressure.

It is often used when artwork has more detail, more colours or a larger print area than would usually be practical for embroidery.

DTF Printing Is Suitable For

DTF printing can be used for:

  • Full front prints
  • Back prints
  • Sleeve prints
  • Pant leg prints
  • Detailed logos
  • Full-colour designs
  • Promotional apparel
  • Teamwear
  • Hoodies and fleece
  • T-shirts and polos

Maximum print size is 30cm x 40cm.

Why Choose DTF Printing?

DTF printing is often a good option when you need:

  • Full-colour artwork
  • Fine detail
  • Larger logo areas
  • Bright printed designs
  • Small decorated runs
  • Designs that are not suitable for embroidery

It can be especially useful for event apparel, sportswear, promotional clothing and designs with gradients, shading or complex detail.

In-House DTF Printing

Our DTF printing is completed in-house, which helps us manage quality, communication and production timing.

DTF printing generally follows the same production timeframe expectations as embroidery. Please refer to our FAQ page for current production and turnaround information.

No DTF Setup Fees

PlusEmbroidery does not charge setup fees for DTF printing.

For DTF printing, suitable scalable artwork is required so the design prints clearly at the required size.

Artwork Requirements for DTF Printing

DTF artwork must be supplied in a scalable format suitable for printing.

In simple terms, this means artwork that can be enlarged without becoming blurry or pixelated. These files are commonly created in design programs such as Adobe Illustrator.

If you are unsure whether your artwork is suitable, send it through and we can advise before production.

DTF Printing Minimums

Blank garments can be ordered with no minimum quantity.

For DTF printing, a minimum decoration charge equivalent to 5 printed items applies. You can order fewer than 5 garments if required, but the minimum DTF decoration charge still applies.

Garments and Material Limitations

DTF printing is not suitable for every garment.

We cannot DTF print onto fire retardant materials, polar fleece, or materials that may melt under heat. If you are unsure whether a garment is suitable, please contact us before ordering.

DTF Printing or Embroidery?

DTF printing and embroidery both have advantages.

Choose DTF printing when you need detailed, full-colour or larger designs.

Choose embroidery when you want a premium stitched logo for polos, jackets, workwear or long-term uniform use.

If you are unsure, we can help recommend the most suitable decoration method.