Do DTG prints fade?
A quality DTG print can potentially get dozens of washes before it starts fading. Done correctly, screen printing doesn’t have this durability problem. Sure, if the ink isn’t applied or cured properly, even plastisol can fade or deteriorate.
What is the difference between DTG and DTF printing?
In DTG, the drawing and ink blend into the fabric and feel rougher, like the base itself, while in DTF ink, the solid color powder makes it feel plastic, brighter, and less integrated with the fabric.
Is DTG ink expensive?
This tells us that regardless of DTG or screen printing, you can make a profit because the ink cost is cheap, though DTG will be less profitable than screen printing beyond 96 shirts. Design 2 is also a 2-color design similar to Design 1 on a black shirt.
Is DTG high quality?
All About DTG The design is precise, with neat edges and a high-quality level of detail. Imagine the home printer that you have in the office; well, DTG printing works the same way. The only difference is that there is no paper involved; you’re printing onto t-shirts.
How long do DTF shirts last?
Printing on cold peel film cannot be transferred directly to a garment. Instead, an adhesive must be used to help the image adhere to the fabric. At allprintheads.com, we offer a unique adhesive for DTF printing that is durable enough to withstand up to 45 hand washes, all while keeping the transfer feeling soft.
Does DTG printing peel?
The designs you print using DTG printers will last as long as screen-printed designs. These designs won’t peel off or fade, which means that you can print high-definition images that will last the life of the garment.
How do I stop my shirts from peeling?
Handwash your customized T-shirts or put them in the washing machine, inside out. Washing your T-shirts inside out will prevent the printing from coming into direct abrasion with other clothing in the washing machine. As such, what is on the T-shirt will stay longer without peeling/cracking.