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Custom printing service · ships nationwideCustom DTF Printing — Full Color, Small Runs Welcome
No quantity minimum · $20 order minimum · $0 setup fees · Free shipping on orders of $50 or more
No quantity minimum — order the count you actually need. Our only rule is a $20 order minimum (one tee with a 1-color print clears it, as does a single premium hoodie). No setup fees, no per-color upcharges, and free shipping on orders of $50 or more ($12 flat under). Print 1 piece or 1,000+ at the same quality.
How DTF printing works
A direct-to-film transfer is a full-color print rendered onto PET film with specialty inkjet technology. Heat-activated adhesive powder is applied, cured, and the transfer is heat-pressed onto your garment with a commercial press. The result bonds to the fabric with a soft, slightly raised hand and holds through 50–80+ wash cycles when cared for correctly.
The economic difference vs. screen printing: no screens to burn, no per-color setup, no quantity minimum required to make the math work. That's why one shirt is a real order here: there's no setup charge to spread across a big run. The per-piece price still falls at 6, 12, 24, 48, 100 and 250 pieces, and one shirt clears the $20 order minimum.
What DTF is best for
Photographic artwork
Photos, gradients, and soft shadows reproduce cleanly — screen printing genuinely struggles here.
Multi-color designs
Five, ten, twenty colors — full color costs the same as one color. (We don't charge per color on screen printing either.)
Small quantities
One shirt, six, twelve — no setup charge, and one shirt clears the $20 order minimum. The per-piece price steps down as you add pieces.
Mixed fabrics
Cotton, poly, blends, performance, even nylon — one technology works across them all.
Fine detail
Thin lines, small text, intricate illustration — sharp, without ink spread.
Sample runs
Order one to confirm the design before committing to a larger team or event run.
Pricing
DTF starts at $20 per piece at 1–5 pieces and drops to $7 at 250+ (Gildan 5000 included) — no setup fees, no per-color charges, no quantity minimum, $20 order minimum, free shipping on orders of $50 or more ($12 flat under). White underbase for dark garments is always included. See full pricing or get an instant estimate on the order page.
Wash & care
- Wait 24 hours after pressing before the first wash
- Wash cold, inside out, gentle cycle
- Tumble dry low or hang dry; avoid bleach and direct high-heat ironing
FAQ
Is there a minimum quantity?
No quantity minimum. We don't require 12, 24, or 48 pieces. The only rule is a $20 order minimum — one tee with a 1-color print clears it, or a single premium hoodie with embroidery. Per-piece price drops with quantity, but there's no floor on how many you can order as long as the subtotal clears $20 (one shirt). No setup fee. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more; $12 flat under.
How long does DTF last in the wash?
50–80+ wash cycles with no meaningful color loss when washed cold and dried low. Many customers report no visible wear after a season of weekly use.
Can DTF print white on dark shirts?
Yes — every transfer includes a white underbase printed in the same pass, so colors stay vibrant on black and navy at no extra charge.
What file should I send?
High-res PNG with transparent background works best; vector files are great too. 300 DPI at print size. We review every file and send a free proof before printing.
How fast is turnaround?
Production is 4 business days after you approve the proof, then UPS or USPS ground with tracking, usually 2–5 business days in transit (free on orders of $50 or more, $12 below). Rush 2-day production is $50 flat.
Does DTF work on hats and bags?
Most flat fabric surfaces, yes — shirts, hoodies, totes, many polos. Structured caps are usually better in embroidery.