Iron-on transfer film for textiles

Custom iron-on transfers using DTF transfer printing – simply iron them on for a professional look

Format: A3, A4 or 550 x 1,000 mm
Material: Transfer film for textile DTF printing
Print: printed on one side in colour (always with a white underprint)
Cutting: customised to format
Order quantity: from 1 piece

A person peels off a personalised iron-on transfer from a white carrier bag with a black base

A person is cutting out personalised DTF iron-on transfers

Iron-on transfer sheets featuring custom designs are laid out on a table next to a potted plant

A person pulls a T-shirt out of an industrial press, featuring a DTF textile print with a customised design

A man is looking down at a white T-shirt with a printed iron-on transfer

Custom designs as iron-on transfers for your textiles

DTF (Direct-to-Film) iron-on film is currently the most versatile transfer solution for textile finishing. You can have your chosen design printed in mirror image onto the transfer film; heat activates the hot-melt adhesive powder, causing it to fuse with the substrate: Whether it’s cotton, blended fabrics, polyester, softshell or caps, you can customise your chosen garment using the iron-on film.

How does the iron-on transfer work?

Once you have uploaded your custom design or created it using the online designer, we will send you your finished DTF iron-on transfer. This film acts as a transfer (hence the term DTF – Direct-To-Film) and is placed directly onto your base material (e.g. T-shirt, jumper, etc.). The best way to press the design onto your garment is to use an industrial heat press or even a standard iron, applying pressure at 140 degrees Celsius. This activates the coating (a kind of adhesive powder), causing it to adhere to your garment.

DTF iron-on transfer – step-by-step guide

Preparation: Smooth out the fabric and, if necessary, pre-press it briefly.
Film position: DTF design place face down, Scroll down to the design page.
Hot stamping: Place the backing paper onto the film and apply medium pressure using a transfer press (160–170 °C, 15–20 seconds) or an iron.
Remove: Remove the baking paper and carefully peel off the film; if desired, press down briefly again using the baking paper as protection.
Post-processing – Leave for 24 hours, then wash gently.

Care instructions: Can textiles with DTF printing be washed?

Yes, depending on the nature of the fabric, it is best to turn the textiles inside out and wash them at a low temperature on a gentle cycle.

What is the advantage of DTF printing?

The DTF printing offers a versatile solution for customised textiles and stickers. With brilliant colours and the finest details, even complex designs can be reproduced precisely on almost all types of fabric or smooth surfaces such as glass and plastic. The prints are durable, elastic and dimensionally stable, making them ideal for both single items and larger print runs. Furthermore, they are straightforward to use, as no weeding is required and processing is quick and efficient.

Other suitable promotional items to go with printed DTF stickers

Discover our other adhesive products too, such as the handy Adhesive letters for glass surfaces and walls, or our Speciality films for floors, windows, blackboards and whiteboards. Also our wide selection of Boards, panels and signs is ideal for showcasing your message in a personalised way.

Please upload print data as a PDF, image or office file.

Image and office files are converted into a PDF before printing. We will send you this PDF as a proof by e-mail before printing.

Info sheet

Instructions for application

Download layout template
practical information and stand sheets

Print data requirements
Everything about image resolution and PDF creation

Print data creation with MS Word
Embed fonts, save PDF from Word

Graphic design studios & agencies
Here you can find graphic studios in your area

Information on uploading files
You can upload your finished print data in the last step of the ordering process

Tip: Choice of several motifs/subjects

If you have selected several different motifs or subjects for an order, we recommend the following procedure:

Save the print data for each motif individually in PDF format. If your order includes front and back sides, combine them in one PDF.
Compress all individual PDF files in a zip file.
Use the print data upload in the order process to upload the zip file with all the print data.

This ensures that your various motifs are processed correctly and contributes to the smooth processing of your order. If you are unsure, simply select "free professional data check" in the order process and your files will be checked manually by our professionals.

Material	Printing process	Field of application	Environment/Certificates	to note
DTF textile film DTF transfer film for textile applications, made from heat-resistant PET with an optimised coating for even ink transfer and high wash fastness.	Digital printing		Material.pdf Powder.pdf

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