Transfer printing on fabric
Transfer printing transfers a design from film to the material using heat and pressure - detailed, full-colour designs even on dark fabric and irregular surfaces. Thin, elastic and pleasant to the touch.
- Detail even on dark fabric
- Thin and elastic print
- Even on seams and folds
Transfer printing is a technique in which the design is first printed onto a special film and then transferred to the item using heat and pressure. It handles detailed, full-colour designs even on dark fabric and irregular surfaces (seams, folds). The print is thin, elastic and wash-resistant; we prepare a free graphic design and a price quote within 1 hour.
How does transfer printing work?
From printing onto film to heat transfer onto fabric. We manage the entire process for you - you just approve the design.
- 1 Printing onto film We digitally print the design onto a special transfer film in high detail.
- 2 Heat transfer We place the film on the fabric and transfer the design to the material under heat and pressure.
- 3 Finishing Once cooled, we remove the carrier film - leaving a thin, elastic and durable print.
When does transfer printing pay off?
It excels with detail on dark fabric and irregular surfaces. To help you decide correctly, we will also tell you when another technique is better.
Things to bear in mind
What do we print with transfer printing?
It works best on dark fabric, for colourful details and irregular surfaces. Click on a product to see materials, prices and project examples.
T-shirts Detailed full-colour designs even on dark t-shirts. 
Hoodies Colourful print with fine details and an elastic surface. 
Umbrellas Print on panels and irregular surfaces of umbrellas. 
Bags Detailed colourful designs on canvas and nylon bags. 
Gilets Logo even on seams and folds of softshell gilets. We also print on other promotional textiles and clothing and hundreds of promotional items - get in touch and we will advise whether transfer printing is the right choice for your product.
When to choose a different technique?
Depending on the material, design and quantity, another technique may be more suitable:
An overview of all techniques can be found in the services section. Not sure which to choose? We will advise you based on your product and logo.
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How much does transfer printing cost?
The price depends on the size and detail of the design, the type of fabric and the quantity. For larger runs the unit price decreases.
- Transfer printing = design transferred from film using heat, with detail even on dark fabric.
- Advantages: thin and elastic, works on irregular surfaces, wash-resistant, full-colour.
- Suited to t-shirts, hoodies, umbrellas, bags and gilets.
- For large runs of simple logos consider screen printing - we will advise and provide a quote within 1 hour.
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Matfyz UK BA
“Excellent cooperation, express delivery and quality production of all the materials we had prepared. Recommended.”
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GQsystems a.s.
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Juraj Hrubo
3D Systems
“Maximum satisfaction with the business. Wide range of items, excellent quality, pleasant communication, favourable prices. Recommended.”
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Agra poisťovňa
“The order of printed goods as well as the entire communication and delivery went completely smoothly and the goods were delivered in a very short time and in excellent quality. I definitely recommend RMS promotion.”
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Georgian Air
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HR HMMC
Frequently asked questions about transfer printing
What it is, how it works, advantages, which products it suits and the difference from screen printing.
Transfer printing (DTF) is a technique in which the design is first digitally printed onto a special film and then transferred to the item using heat and pressure. It handles detailed, full-colour designs even on dark fabric and irregular surfaces. The print is thin, elastic and durable.
We print the design onto a transfer film, place it on the fabric and transfer the design to the material under heat and pressure. Once cooled, we remove the carrier film, leaving a thin, elastic print that is resistant to washing.
Detailed and full-colour designs even on dark fabric, a thin and elastic print that is pleasant against the skin, suitability for irregular surfaces (seams, folds, caps, umbrellas) and high wash-resistance.
T-shirts, hoodies, umbrellas, bags and gilets - especially when the fabric is dark, the design is colourful and detailed, or the print needs to sit on irregular surfaces.
Transfer printing handles full-colour and detailed designs even on dark fabric and irregular surfaces. Screen printing is more cost-effective for large runs of simpler logos. We will recommend the most suitable option based on the design, material and quantity.
A vector file is best (.ai, .svg, .eps, .pdf with outlines) or a high-resolution image. Full details in the guide on how to prepare your logo.
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