Professional transfer printing
DTF & UV DTF Printing
Vibrant, detailed custom transfers for clothing, workwear, merchandise
and suitable hard surfaces. Learn which transfer is right for your
project, then build your artwork online with the DTFX Gang Sheet Creator.
Custom Transfers for Fabric and Hard Surfaces
DTF and UV DTF are two different digital transfer-printing methods.
Both can reproduce full-colour designs and fine detail, but they are
made for different products. DTF is the option for garments and fabric,
while UV DTF is designed for suitable smooth, hard surfaces.
For clothing and fabric
What Is DTF Printing?
DTF stands for Direct to Film. Your artwork is
printed onto specialist film, coated with adhesive powder and cured.
The finished transfer is then applied to a garment using a heat press.
It is ideal for colourful logos, detailed artwork, names, numbers
and custom designs without the need to cut and weed vinyl.
- Suitable for many cotton, polyester and blended garments
- Full-colour printing, including white ink
- Excellent detail and strong, vibrant colour
- Ideal for workwear, sportswear, T-shirts and hoodies
- Supplied ready to apply with a suitable heat press
For smooth, hard surfaces
What Is UV DTF Printing?
UV DTF uses UV-cured inks to produce a durable, self-adhesive
transfer. The design is applied by pressure, making it possible to
decorate suitable hard surfaces without a heat press.
UV DTF is especially useful for detailed, full-colour branding on
products where ordinary garment DTF cannot be used.
- No heat press required for application
- Suitable for many smooth, clean, hard surfaces
- Full-colour designs with a premium raised finish
- Ideal for cups, bottles, glass, acrylic and promotional items
- No cutting, weeding or transfer tape preparation required
DTF vs UV DTF: Which Do I Need?
| Feature |
DTF Transfer |
UV DTF Transfer |
| Best for |
Clothing, fabric and textile products |
Smooth, hard, non-porous surfaces |
| Application |
Applied using heat and pressure |
Applied using pressure only |
| Equipment |
A suitable heat press is recommended |
No heat press required |
| Popular uses |
T-shirts, hoodies, uniforms, workwear and teamwear |
Cups, bottles, glass, acrylic, signs and merchandise |
| Artwork |
Full-colour logos, text and detailed designs |
Full-colour logos, text and detailed decals |
Always test the transfer on the intended product before beginning a
full production run. Surface coatings, fabric treatments and product
finishes can affect adhesion and the finished result.
Save Space with a Custom Gang Sheet
A gang sheet lets you place several designs, logos, names or sizes
together on one printable sheet. This is a simple way to organise
artwork and make efficient use of the available printing area.
Upload Your Artwork
Add your high-resolution designs, ideally as transparent PNG files.
Size and Arrange
Set the required print size, duplicate designs and arrange the layout.
Review and Order
Check the finished layout carefully before adding your gang sheet to the basket.
Ready to Build Your Gang Sheet?
Upload and arrange your artwork online with the DTFX Gang Sheet Creator.
Check every design is the correct size and resolution before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DTF and UV DTF printing?
DTF transfers are heat pressed onto clothing and fabric. UV DTF
transfers are pressure-applied decals designed for suitable smooth,
hard surfaces and do not require a heat press.
What is a DTF gang sheet?
A gang sheet arranges multiple logos or designs together on one
printable sheet, helping you make efficient use of the available
print area.
What artwork should I upload?
For the cleanest result, use high-resolution artwork at the required
print size. Transparent-background PNG files at 300 dpi are ideal for
most designs. Make sure small text and fine details are thick enough
to print and apply successfully.
Can I create my gang sheet online?
Yes. Use the
DTFX Gang Sheet Creator
to upload, arrange and size multiple designs online before ordering.
Do UV DTF transfers need heat?
No. UV DTF transfers are applied to a suitable clean, smooth surface
using firm pressure. They are not intended to be heat pressed onto garments.
