Press-Art DTF Transfers work best with HEAT. Regardless of whether you use an iron or a professional heat press, the goal is to get the film HOT, so the glue melts and sticks to the shirt. It sticks best to fabric by applying medium/ firm pressure.
So make sure you set your press to a medium to firm pressure. Not overly hard to close, but not too light where the shirt can slip out.
Once you get the press pressure right. Next is time and temperature.
The following are the recommended settings for different type of fabrics:
Cotton:
Temperature: 320°F
Pressure: Medium to firm
Time: 15 seconds
Polyester:
Temperature: 295°F
Pressure: Medium
Time: 10-15 seconds
Cotton/Polyester Blends:
Temperature: 300°F
Pressure: Medium to firm
Time: 15-20 seconds
Nylon:
Temperature: 280°F
Pressure: Medium
Time: 10-15 seconds
Spandex/Lycra:
Temperature: 275°F
Pressure: Medium
Time: 8-12 seconds
Tri-Blends (Cotton/Polyester/Rayon):
Temperature: 300°F
Pressure: Medium
Time: 15-20 seconds
Wool:
Temperature: 280°F
Pressure: Medium
Time: 10-15 seconds
Leather:
Temperature: 275°F
Pressure: Light to medium
Time: 10-15 seconds
Once the time runs out, carefully remove the shirt from the press, laying it flat on your table before peeling.
Peeling:
Regardless of fabric type, you will PEEL WHEN COLD. Allow transfers to cool before you peel. We recommend peeling them at an angle, and if this is the first time using transfers, peel them a little slow to give yourself time to adjust if necessary.
IF you encounter any issue with the art not sticking to your garment. STOP PEELING, and lay your garment back onto the press and press it one more time for good measure.
Once it cools, you’re good to Peel.
If you encounter any issues with the peel, it’s more than likely that your heat press is not heating right OR you didn’t apply the right pressure. Make sure to test a samples and get your settings right. Sometimes heat press coils go out, which causes uneven heating and results in not being able to peel right.
We recommend monitoring your press for performance prior to pressing for the best experience.
Post Press:
Post press is optional, but is recommended. To do a post press, apply a teflon sheet to the top of your graphic and then press again for 10-15 seconds. This will permanently lock in your designs and help your prints be extra durable.
Key Tips:
Always perform a test press: Different fabrics and even different brands of the same fabric type can react differently.
Adjust pressure as needed: Some fabrics, like spandex, may require lighter pressure to avoid deformation or scorching.
Use a heat press pillow: This can help distribute pressure evenly, especially on garments with seams, zippers, or buttons.
Check for temperature accuracy: Ensure your heat press is calibrated correctly, as temperature discrepancies can affect the transfer quality.
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