What is DTF?

Direct-to-Film prints your artwork onto a film using CMYK+W pigment inks. The print is coated with adhesive powder, cured, then heat-pressed onto the garment.

Key Benefits

• Full-color detail: Smooth gradients, fine text, photo-quality images.
• No color separations: Faster setup, fewer prepress steps.
• Fabric versatility: Cotton, polyester, blends, nylon; light or dark garments.
• Durable & flexible: Resists cracking and fading when applied correctly.
• Low setup cost: Ideal for short runs and one-offs.
• Quick turnaround: Great for rush orders and on-demand fulfillment.

What is Screen Printing?

Silk Screen uses mesh stencils (screens). Each color is pushed through a separate screen onto the garment and cured.

Key Benefits

• Ultra-durable: Ink bonds strongly—excellent wash and wear resistance.
• Bold, opaque color: Ideal for logos and solid spot colors.
• Economical at scale: After setup, large runs have low unit cost.
• Pro finish: Classic retail feel; broad ink systems (plastisol, water-based, discharge).

Choose DTF When…

• You need one-offs or small batches with complex art.
• You require mixed fabric compatibility across product lines.
• Turnaround time is critical or designs change frequently.
• You want on-demand fulfillment with minimal inventory.

Choose Screen Printing When…

• You’re producing large quantities of the same design.
• Art uses few solid colors with no complex gradients.
• You need a premium, classic hand-feel and max durability.
• Unit cost must be lowest at scale.