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DTF Printing Calgary

Full-colour heat press transfers for any garment — great for small runs and detailed logos.

What Are Transfers?

Heat transfers come in two primary forms: screen printed and digitally printed (direct to film). These methods involve decorating a special paper or film, which is then heat pressed onto a garment — transferring the design from the film to the fabric.

We use DTF transfers selectively to enhance print quality or reduce costs for specific garments. Screen printed transfers are also employed for inner tags on fleece items like hoodies and crewnecks to improve legibility by matting down the fibers. Heat press tag transfers can create an ultra-bold look on tees, although they may not feel as soft as printed tags. We also offer specialty silicone heat press transfers that can give your design or company logo a higher-end look.

DTF transfers from Wild Rose T-Shirt are an excellent way to get a high-quality print at a lower quantity than our standard 50 piece minimum. Depending on the artwork, coverage area, and location you want to decorate on your garment, DTF can be a great option. Lower coverage area is better, as transfers can have a slightly heavier feel and texture than a traditional screen print.

Our DTF transfers are excellent quality and are about as close to screen printing as you can get, but there will still be a difference in the look and feel compared to a screen print. Reach out to Wild Rose T-Shirt Calgary today to learn more about the type of decoration you're looking for and if DTF might be a good fit!

How It Works

Submit Your Artwork

Any full-colour file works — PNG, PDF, AI. We'll confirm sizing and placement before production.

Print to Film

Your design is printed onto DTF film with specialized inks, including a white underbase layer for vibrancy on any colour garment.

Powder & Cure

Hot-melt adhesive powder is applied and cured, locking the design to the film for a clean, ready-to-press transfer.

Heat Press Transfer

The film is pressed onto your garment at precise temperature and pressure, then peeled to reveal your finished print.

Why Choose DTF Printing?

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Unlimited Colours

Full-colour gradients, photos, and complex artwork — no extra cost per colour.

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Low Minimums

Great for small runs where screen printing setup costs aren't justified.

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Works on Any Fabric

Cotton, polyester, nylon, blends — DTF adheres to virtually any material.

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Fast Turnaround

No screens to burn — ideal for rush orders and quick-turn projects.

Pros & Cons

PROS:

+Vibrancy on all types of garments
+Can apply in places that are not possible to print directly

CONS:

−Can be more costly for higher quantities
−Less soft feeling than screen printing

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Summary of DTF Printing

Ultimately, transfers are extremely versatile, but whether or not their application is suited for your project really depends on the garment and the design. We personally recommend screen printing in almost every case — however if it is a situation where we believe a type of transfer will be more cost effective, or give a better result, we will be sure to inform you. For instance, if you wanted a full color logo on the front of a fanny pack, we would probably inform you that this may be the only solution in order to decorate this product.

Best For

Small orders under 50 piecesFull-colour logosHard-to-reach locationsFanny packs & accessoriesMixed garment types

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DTF the same as screen printing?

No — DTF is a heat transfer method, while screen printing presses ink directly through a screen. DTF is closer in quality but has a slightly different texture and feel.

What file formats do you accept?

PNG (transparent background preferred), PDF, AI, or PSD. We can help convert your file if needed.

Is DTF durable?

Yes. DTF prints are flexible and wash-resistant. They typically last 50+ washes with proper care.

When should I choose DTF over screen printing?

DTF is ideal for small runs (under 50 pieces), complex full-colour artwork, or locations on the garment that can't be screen printed directly.

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