What is DTF?
Everyone's talking about it. This innovative new technique will allow you to overcome many of the constraints associated with other personalization techniques.
Direct-to-Film (DTF) is a printing technique using PET film to personalize textiles. In addition to offering exceptional quality, DTF allows you to print on all types of materials and colors (light or dark, cotton or polyester, silk or synthetic fibers). Forget about weeding and cutting (flocking) or pre-treatment (DTG). This technique will save you valuable time! It is also the most cost-effective technique on the market .
Discover all the advantages of this technique by consulting our dedicated article: What is DTF?
Can I get into DTF?
With the arrival of DTF, you've probably wondered if you could take on this new technique. Indeed, this technique requires a certain rigor, autonomy, and some basic knowledge of maintenance and technical upkeep.
The cost of the equipment may be a deterrent for some of you. We also recommend this technique for a minimum quantity of 200 pieces per month.
That's why we're offering a new service: Ready-to-Press DTF!
Ready-to-Press DTF (Direct-to-Fly) kits allow you to enjoy the quality of DTF printing without investing in equipment. You can discover the excellent quality of this technique, the elasticity of the graphics, and their incredible wash resistance.
What formats do you offer?
We currently offer 7 different formats: from A4 to Large Format. Please note that there is a minimum purchase amount for the first 5 formats.
What is the procedure to follow?
Ordering DTF prints is quite simple:
Once you have chosen your format, all you have to do is fill out the form with:
- The name of your order
- The file to print
- The color of the textile you intend to personalize
- The processing time you require (1, 2 or 3 business days)
What files can I send?
Preparing the file beforehand is essential.
First, check the size of your file. Depending on the dimensions you choose, the printable areas will change. For example, A4 format corresponds to a printable area of 21 x 28 cm (and not 21 x 29.7 cm).
Next, you need to send us files at 300 dpi , in PNG, TIFF or AI format with a transparent background and vectorized fonts .
The color mode must also be suitable for printing and therefore must be in CMYK.
All the technical specifications of the files to be sent to us are available on the product page by clicking here.
What should I do when I receive my printouts?
SQUEEZE!
Your prints arrive in a roll. On your end, all you have to do is cut out the visuals and transfer them onto your textile materials using a heat press.
The Ready-to-Press Concept in Pictures
Need more information about DTF? We offer free online training (webinars) as well as exclusive videos on YouTube:
- - Webinar – The DTF Technique
- - Webinar – Ready-to-Press DTF
- - Créa'TV – What is a DTF transfer?
- - Créa'TV – Presentation of the 4-head DTF kit, 30cm format
- - Créa'TV - Interview: DTF in 13 questions
- - Créa'Express – 1 min & 4 steps to personalize in DTF!
- - Créa'Tuto – Creating a DTF Transfer Marking
Find all the dates and register for free by clicking on this link.
Also check out all our video tutorials on our YouTube channel.
Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about DTF personalization at 01 34 33 01 55.
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See you soon,
The Créadhésif Team
