Your goof proof vs dtf example at 16:00, not sure if it is a lighting issue or a definite difference in whites but the dtf has a vintage look in the white. Not pleasing
Great observation! The difference in color is intentional: the artwork was originally designed for DTF with the off-white to appear more vintage (as well as the gradients and multiple colors in the design). Since it was not a stock color of plastisol ink we modified the art to white for the screen printed version (which is very bright comparatively on camera).
Great question, we actually have them available now as our AquaTru Screen Printed Transfers: www.transferexpress.com/heat-applied-transfers/aquatru-screen-printed-transfers They're the perfect choice for printing on spandex, lycra and nylon! For soft-to-the-touch prints on 100% cotton or blends Goof Proof is still the go to. We'd be happy to send samples to you to try yourself: www.transferexpress.com/marketing-tools/free-samples Just select each transfer type in the drop down.
Absolutely, we have this great video covering the storage and longevity of heat transfers: ua-cam.com/video/zTAgqUeUsXw/v-deo.html For AquaTru transfers specifically, you'll want to ensure they're kept in the bag/box they come with, away from moisture and sunlight or drastic temperature changes. As the inks used are water-based they're much more susceptible to damage from moisture or condensation from those temp changes.
Absolutely! We have puff screen printed transfers that sound like exactly what you're looking for: www.transferexpress.com/heat-applied-transfers/puff-screen-printed-transfers
Are you looking to combine the two styles in one print or just see a closer side-by-side comparison? We'll send you samples to compare yourself for zero cost to you: www.transferexpress.com/marketing-tools/free-samples I just posted some detail comparison shots over on instagram too: instagram.com/p/C6Je6k7LSs8/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Requiring two presses and aligning the prints together for a similar finish or end result on the garment might not be worth the added time (and possible cost increase at lower quantities), Just printing it all in DTF would be easier. However, combining DTF prints together with something that adds a special effect that Direct To Film can't do, would be pretty cool! Kind of like how Jenna shows DTF with a glitter finish in this video: ua-cam.com/video/1GxbMl2HY9o/v-deo.html
These Tees were both printed on the American Apparel 1301 Tees, We do sell them as well: www.transferexpress.com/apparel/item?id=1301 (you may need to login/create an account to see pricing)
Our Goof Proof screen printed transfers apply at 365 degrees, for 4-10 seconds (depending on the ink colors in your design) You can learn more and see the full detailed application instructions (and videos) here: www.transferexpress.com/heat-applied-transfers/goof-proof-screen-printed-transfers
Great question Joey, it really depends on the Transfer. Screen Printed transfers like our Goof Proof heat transfers are the same exact plastisol inks used with screen printing so they look and feel like a traditional screen print on the garment. Our full color and DTF options are incredibly lightweight, however with large, solid areas of ink coverage they do impact the breathability of the fabric. Almost every apparel print method reduces the fabric's ability to breathe with large, solid ink areas, from DTG to DTF, Screen Printing and More with sublimation transfers are the only heat transfer that actually just dyes the fabric, but only works on 100% polyester. You can see some best practices for breathability and hand feel with DTF on very large images in this video we created here: ua-cam.com/video/cZXb00cbspg/v-deo.htmlsi=2QzFSKWmwsQtjkZ0
Screen Printed Transfers like the Goof Proof transfers we show here will feel like real screen printed ink. Our Ultracolor Max transfers are some of the lightest feel DTF on the market thanks to our proprietary inks and coupled with the negative space in the design create a soft hand feel that is comfortable to wear. Keeping negative space in the designs like we detail in this video on how to make better DTF prints can help: ua-cam.com/video/NkL4md46FtE/v-deo.html We'd love to send you no cost samples to try both types of transfers and compare yourself to have confidence in your quality (choose "Samples & Success Guide" for all of the transfers): www.transferexpress.com/marketing-tools/free-samples
Great question, while different for everyone, it really comes down to a few different reasons: 1. Equipment and Startup Cost: Many decorators just starting out don't have the capitol to invest into screen printing presses, exposure units, conveyor dryers, flash unites, inks, emulsions, squeegees, cleanup chemicals / etc. To use screen print transfers, all you need is a heat press, and just order transfers when you need them, further reducing costs. They come ready to apply, reducing the supplies and cost needed to get printing with high-quality results. 2. Versatility of Items To Print: Heat Presses allow you to print on much more than just t-shirts and fleece with the ability to print on almost anything that can fit under the press- something that even certain types of fabrics struggle with traditional screen printing. 3. Ease of Use & Learning Curve: Learning how to print apparel with a heat press is incredibly easy- with maybe an hour or two of research or training, you can be printing retail-ready apparel, where screen printing takes weeks, months or even years to master. From burning screens with photo-sensitive chemicals and films, to learning the correct technique with squeegee angle, pressure and speed, you'll still need to learn the correct placements for print locations- Something you'll cover right away with using a heat press. Setup with a heat press is just flip a switch and wait for the press to get up to temperature. 4. Space Requirements: Carousel screen printing presses along with dryers, dark rooms and ink/screen storage can be quite space consuming, requiring larger facilities for higher output. With a heat press you can print from an office, garage, van, dorm room, warehouse or closet. Traditional screen printing isn't going anywhere either, and we don't neccesarily say that transfers are 'better' than screen printing, they both have their own place. Screen Printing has been around long before heat transfers were ever a thing. It's perfect for huge volume and economical printing. Dave in this video has been screen printing for 15 years, but will be the first to tell you that it took him 3 weeks of 'figuring it out' until he felt print quality was satisfactory enough to sell. With one 4 second press with a screen printed heat transfer you can have the same finished result.
Thanks for the great info
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This was extremely helpful, thanks! 🙌🏾
Your goof proof vs dtf example at 16:00, not sure if it is a lighting issue or a definite difference in whites but the dtf has a vintage look in the white. Not pleasing
Great observation! The difference in color is intentional: the artwork was originally designed for DTF with the off-white to appear more vintage (as well as the gradients and multiple colors in the design). Since it was not a stock color of plastisol ink we modified the art to white for the screen printed version (which is very bright comparatively on camera).
I have yet to have dtf get that bright white like plastisol. It could be just my process.
Quick question will you be introducing water based screen transfers?
Great question, we actually have them available now as our AquaTru Screen Printed Transfers: www.transferexpress.com/heat-applied-transfers/aquatru-screen-printed-transfers
They're the perfect choice for printing on spandex, lycra and nylon! For soft-to-the-touch prints on 100% cotton or blends Goof Proof is still the go to. We'd be happy to send samples to you to try yourself: www.transferexpress.com/marketing-tools/free-samples
Just select each transfer type in the drop down.
@ thank you, can you make a video or provide information how best to store these.
Absolutely, we have this great video covering the storage and longevity of heat transfers: ua-cam.com/video/zTAgqUeUsXw/v-deo.html
For AquaTru transfers specifically, you'll want to ensure they're kept in the bag/box they come with, away from moisture and sunlight or drastic temperature changes. As the inks used are water-based they're much more susceptible to damage from moisture or condensation from those temp changes.
Are you able to do puff prints? Trying to work out a small scale setup and what I need to get started
Absolutely! We have puff screen printed transfers that sound like exactly what you're looking for: www.transferexpress.com/heat-applied-transfers/puff-screen-printed-transfers
Anyway we can see these combined in one garment?
Are you looking to combine the two styles in one print or just see a closer side-by-side comparison?
We'll send you samples to compare yourself for zero cost to you: www.transferexpress.com/marketing-tools/free-samples
I just posted some detail comparison shots over on instagram too: instagram.com/p/C6Je6k7LSs8/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
I was thinking more of a combination of both styles.
For example, the text (one color) be goof proof and the illustration (multicolor) UltraColor.
Requiring two presses and aligning the prints together for a similar finish or end result on the garment might not be worth the added time (and possible cost increase at lower quantities), Just printing it all in DTF would be easier. However, combining DTF prints together with something that adds a special effect that Direct To Film can't do, would be pretty cool! Kind of like how Jenna shows DTF with a glitter finish in this video: ua-cam.com/video/1GxbMl2HY9o/v-deo.html
Can you shoot me the brand of those stretchy black tees you have in this video or do you sell them.?
These Tees were both printed on the American Apparel 1301 Tees, We do sell them as well: www.transferexpress.com/apparel/item?id=1301 (you may need to login/create an account to see pricing)
When I use the Screen Printed Transfers what temperature should my heat press be on?
Our Goof Proof screen printed transfers apply at 365 degrees, for 4-10 seconds (depending on the ink colors in your design) You can learn more and see the full detailed application instructions (and videos) here: www.transferexpress.com/heat-applied-transfers/goof-proof-screen-printed-transfers
If I marketed a screen printed transfer shirt as being screen printed would that be dishonest?
Are transfer prints LESS breathable than screen printing or the same?
Great question Joey, it really depends on the Transfer. Screen Printed transfers like our Goof Proof heat transfers are the same exact plastisol inks used with screen printing so they look and feel like a traditional screen print on the garment. Our full color and DTF options are incredibly lightweight, however with large, solid areas of ink coverage they do impact the breathability of the fabric.
Almost every apparel print method reduces the fabric's ability to breathe with large, solid ink areas, from DTG to DTF, Screen Printing and More with sublimation transfers are the only heat transfer that actually just dyes the fabric, but only works on 100% polyester.
You can see some best practices for breathability and hand feel with DTF on very large images in this video we created here: ua-cam.com/video/cZXb00cbspg/v-deo.htmlsi=2QzFSKWmwsQtjkZ0
@@transferexpress thank you!!
I just dont want my customers to feel like its plastic on the shirt.
Screen Printed Transfers like the Goof Proof transfers we show here will feel like real screen printed ink. Our Ultracolor Max transfers are some of the lightest feel DTF on the market thanks to our proprietary inks and coupled with the negative space in the design create a soft hand feel that is comfortable to wear. Keeping negative space in the designs like we detail in this video on how to make better DTF prints can help: ua-cam.com/video/NkL4md46FtE/v-deo.html
We'd love to send you no cost samples to try both types of transfers and compare yourself to have confidence in your quality (choose "Samples & Success Guide" for all of the transfers): www.transferexpress.com/marketing-tools/free-samples
Too much money when you add a second color. Should be less
Why better to print screen transfer to a tshirt than just screen printing directly on a tshirt? I don't get it.
Great question, while different for everyone, it really comes down to a few different reasons:
1. Equipment and Startup Cost: Many decorators just starting out don't have the capitol to invest into screen printing presses, exposure units, conveyor dryers, flash unites, inks, emulsions, squeegees, cleanup chemicals / etc. To use screen print transfers, all you need is a heat press, and just order transfers when you need them, further reducing costs. They come ready to apply, reducing the supplies and cost needed to get printing with high-quality results.
2. Versatility of Items To Print: Heat Presses allow you to print on much more than just t-shirts and fleece with the ability to print on almost anything that can fit under the press- something that even certain types of fabrics struggle with traditional screen printing.
3. Ease of Use & Learning Curve: Learning how to print apparel with a heat press is incredibly easy- with maybe an hour or two of research or training, you can be printing retail-ready apparel, where screen printing takes weeks, months or even years to master. From burning screens with photo-sensitive chemicals and films, to learning the correct technique with squeegee angle, pressure and speed, you'll still need to learn the correct placements for print locations- Something you'll cover right away with using a heat press. Setup with a heat press is just flip a switch and wait for the press to get up to temperature.
4. Space Requirements: Carousel screen printing presses along with dryers, dark rooms and ink/screen storage can be quite space consuming, requiring larger facilities for higher output. With a heat press you can print from an office, garage, van, dorm room, warehouse or closet.
Traditional screen printing isn't going anywhere either, and we don't neccesarily say that transfers are 'better' than screen printing, they both have their own place. Screen Printing has been around long before heat transfers were ever a thing. It's perfect for huge volume and economical printing. Dave in this video has been screen printing for 15 years, but will be the first to tell you that it took him 3 weeks of 'figuring it out' until he felt print quality was satisfactory enough to sell. With one 4 second press with a screen printed heat transfer you can have the same finished result.