Dye migration: how to recognize it and how to prevent it in DTF transfers
Do you notice a white design that, after pressing, starts to turn grey or pink and ruins the overall impression? That can be dye migration and it often appears.
The Transfers and Printing section is dedicated to modern technologies and trends in the field of textile printing. Here you will find articles about DTF transfers, practical tips for their use and inspiration for companies and creators who want to expand their production capabilities. We also bring news from the industry, examples of the use of full-color transfers and recommendations on how to effectively combine different printing methods.
Do you notice a white design that, after pressing, starts to turn grey or pink and ruins the overall impression? That can be dye migration and it often appears.
You have a finished design, but you’re worried it will print badly. Read this guide and go through the entire file‑preparation process step by step.
Does your print crack on elastic materials after the first wears or after a few washes? If you want a transfer on stretch textiles to hold, flex, and look professional, follow the procedure below. You will learn the main causes of cracking and the specific steps that reduce it significantly in practice. Small technical details decide the result.
Why is white in DTF printing sometimes more gray than truly white? If you want white to cover, look clean, and still preserve details, keep reading. In this article we go through settings in the RIP, artwork preparation, and production steps that most often degrade white. Read on and fine-tune white so it stays consistent.
DTF (Direct-To-Film) is a technology, in which the design is printed onto a special film, covered with adhesive powder, cured, and only then transferred to textile or another material using a heat press.
Looking for a way to get photorealistic prints on T-shirts, hoodies, or bags without colour limits and complicated preparation? Wondering what exactly full-colour DTF transfers mean and whether they pay off for your print shop, studio, or brand?
Do you have a stock of DTF transfers and don't want them to lose their adhesion or color? Looking for a clear procedure on how to keep them in perfect condition even after months? In this guide you will find the exact conditions, packaging, common mistakes and tips for saving older transfers. Read on and save the most important steps to make every press turn out great.
Are you looking for how long a DTF print will really last? Are you curious about what repeated washing, ironing and daily wear will do to the motive? In this article you will find practical facts, test results and recommendations from practice. Read on and find out how to get the most out of DTF.
The textile printing and polygraphy industry has experienced rapid development. Companies operating in this market must keep up with innovations and offer solutions that allow them to respond quickly to demand. The field of DTF printing is not left behind either. The high-speed Turbo DTF printer with 5 print heads from Epson has entered the market, representing a new level of performance and efficiency. In this article, we will take a closer look at what this technology has to offer.
Direct-to-film (DTF) transfer foil printing acts as an intermediate step between digital printing and textile printing itself. The transfer supplier produces printed foils with powder applied, which act as ready-made self-adhesive "stickers" that the printer with a press can simply transfer to the textile. Thanks to ready-made transfers, printers and smaller workshops can easily expand their range of colorful and detailed textile printing without high initial costs.