
DTF Pressing & Applying Tutorials
How to press and apply Standard, UV, Blockout and Powderless DTF.

How to press Standard DTF
Here you’ll find a collection of pictures, text, and a video showing you exactly how to press Standard DTF transfers. Step-by-step instructions to help you achieve perfect results every time!
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Press
Set your heat press to 150°C for cotton, or 130°C for polyster. Press the transfer onto your garment for 3-5 seconds with medium to firm pressure.
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Peel
Allow the transfer to cool slightly, then peel off the film smoothly.
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Finish
Repress with a Teflon sheet or parchment paper for 3-5 seconds to lock in the design and enhance durability.


How to apply UV DTF
Here you’ll find a collection of pictures, text, and a video demonstrating how to apply UV DTF transfers. Follow these easy steps to get vibrant, durable prints on various surfaces!
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Peel & Place
Carefully peel the clear film with the design and position it onto your surface. Ensure it is smooth and free of air bubbles, and your suface is clean.
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Press & Apply
Firmly press down using a squeegee or your hand to ensure full adhesion to the surface.
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Remove Film
Leave to set for 5-10 minutes. After time, slowly peel away the transfer film, leaving behind a vibrant, durable UV print that’s ready to go!


How to press Blockout DTF
Here you’ll find a collection of pictures, text, and a video showing you how to press Blockout DTF transfers. Follow these simple steps to achieve crisp, vibrant prints on sublimation-dyed polyester garments!
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Prep & Press
Place a cotton pad on the heat press, then position your garment on top. Smooth out any wrinkles and place the Blockout DTF transfer in your desired position.
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First Press
Cover with a cotton overlay and press at 140°C for 10 seconds. Let it cool slightly, then peel the film off.
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Final Press
Place the used film back on the print, cover with the cotton overlay, and press again for 5 seconds at 140°C to seal the design.


How to press Powderless DTF
Here you’ll find a collection of pictures, text, and a video showing you how to press Powderless DTF transfers. Follow these easy steps for a smooth, soft, and durable print on polyester garments!
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First Press
Place your garment on the heat press, position the Powderless DTF transfer, and press at 130-140°C for 10 seconds.
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Ice Cold Peel
Let the transfer cool completely until ice cold, then smoothly peel off the film.
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Final Press
Cover with a finishing sheet and press again for 5 seconds at 130-140°C to lock in the design.