Author Archives: Amy Meng

DTF Transfer Placement Guide & T-shirt Design Size Chart

DTF Transfer Placement Guide

DTF transfers add a fun, vibrant, colorful element to any T-shirt. But did you know that, without proper placement, you can ruin even one of the beautiful designs? An unbalanced, awkward-looking design that dominates the t-shirt may lower its marketability.  Correct DTF (Direct-to-Film) transfer sizing and placement are of utmost importance when designing personalized or […]

DTF Printer Head Price​ Guide

DTF Printer Head Price Guide

Introduction In DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing, the printhead is crucial to output quality and is a major cost component in production. DTF inks have certain chemicals that can damage the printhead. Also, the printhead’s cost impacts long-term return on investment. In the Chinese market, mainstream printheads usually cost between US$260 and US$860. The price varies by model […]

Guide to Sublimation Printer – What it is & How it Works

Guide to Sublimation Printer

Introduction Sublimation printing is all the buzz, with many businesses opting for this remarkable printing technique. It uses a specialized printer known as a “dye sublimation printer.”  Using inks specially formulated for these machines, they transfer prints that are soft, vibrant, and photorealistic. Best of all, it’s not limited to textiles, unlike some other printing […]

How Long Does DTG Printing Last?

Lifespan of DTG Printed Shirts

Introduction DTG printing is also known as direct-to-garment printing. It has emerged as a popular technique for printing detailed designs on professional-looking clothes. DTG printing has altered the manufacturing process of custom clothing. Different companies prefer DTG of branded clothes, uniforms, samples, and short-run orders. Although it is gaining popularity, a common question is repeatedly raised. […]