DTF Hoodie/Sweater

What is DTF Printing?

DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing is a modern garment decoration method that produces full-color, photo-quality designs with exceptional detail. Your artwork is printed onto a special film, coated with a hot-melt adhesive powder, and then heat-pressed directly onto your garment — no screens, no color limits, no minimums.

DTF vs. Screen Printing

	DTF	Screen Printing
Colors	Unlimited — gradients, photos, fine detail	Limited per design (cost rises with each color)
Minimums	As low as 1 piece	Typically 12–24 piece minimums
Setup cost	None	Screen setup fee per color
Best for	Small runs, complex artwork, full color	Large runs, bold/simple designs
Durability	Excellent — flexible, wash-resistant	Excellent — ink bonds into fabric
Fabric types	Works on cotton, polyester, blends, nylon	Best on 100% cotton

Bottom line: DTF is the go-to for vibrant, detailed prints with no minimums and no setup fees. Screen printing wins on cost for large bulk orders with simple designs.