D T G - D T F
DTG vs. DTF Printing: The Future of Digital Garment Printing
In the ever-evolving world of fabric printing, new technologies are constantly emerging to meet the growing demand for high-quality, versatile, and eco-friendly printing solutions. Among the latest advancements are DTG (Direct to Garment) and DTF (Direct to Film) printing, two revolutionary methods that are transforming the industry.
In the ever-evolving world of fabric printing, new technologies are constantly emerging to meet the growing demand for high-quality, versatile, and eco-friendly printing solutions. Among the latest advancements are DTG (Direct to Garment) and DTF (Direct to Film) printing, two revolutionary methods that are transforming the industry.
DTF Garment Printing:
The new technology enables us to print a full color image on "almost" any fabric, from 100% cotton to 100% poly and other mixes, without having to use screen, films , multiple set ups, etc.
DTF files:
The higher the resolution and quality of the file, the better the outcome.
Note: Gradient (color fade out), very thin lines and dots, very small text may not come out right.
Files have to be:
* CMYK
* 200 DPI or higher resolution
* To the size that you want them to be printed
* Transparent background.
DTF Pricing:
It is all about the size of the image and not number of colors in your design therefore we need to:
1- See your design and know the size "in inches".
2- What type of fabric we are going to print on.
3- What style of garment.
The new technology enables us to print a full color image on "almost" any fabric, from 100% cotton to 100% poly and other mixes, without having to use screen, films , multiple set ups, etc.
DTF files:
The higher the resolution and quality of the file, the better the outcome.
Note: Gradient (color fade out), very thin lines and dots, very small text may not come out right.
Files have to be:
* CMYK
* 200 DPI or higher resolution
* To the size that you want them to be printed
* Transparent background.
DTF Pricing:
It is all about the size of the image and not number of colors in your design therefore we need to:
1- See your design and know the size "in inches".
2- What type of fabric we are going to print on.
3- What style of garment.
Here are some actual samples and of course there's a lot more but we have promised to safeguard our client's designs.
DTG with no white base:
Looking for a no feel print on white shirts and don't mind a bit muted colors then DTG might be a good choice for you. An image can be printed on a white fabric without needing a white base since the fabric is white. Imagine painting a white wall, you wouldn't need a white under base. You can also request no white base on very light color fabric (see images of Texas state below). The only issue is that the color of the fabric will change the tone of colors in your design, also the white area of your design will be the color of the fabric.
The darker the fabric, the less you'll see true colors therefore we recommend using a white under base on color fabrics to show your design in its best possible way.
Looking for a no feel print on white shirts and don't mind a bit muted colors then DTG might be a good choice for you. An image can be printed on a white fabric without needing a white base since the fabric is white. Imagine painting a white wall, you wouldn't need a white under base. You can also request no white base on very light color fabric (see images of Texas state below). The only issue is that the color of the fabric will change the tone of colors in your design, also the white area of your design will be the color of the fabric.
The darker the fabric, the less you'll see true colors therefore we recommend using a white under base on color fabrics to show your design in its best possible way.
White background vs. Transparent background
DTG Printers print anything that is in the image, especially the white background of a pictures that you may not want. Therefore your design must have a Transparent Background. Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator are the best to adjust your designs.
