DTG PRINTING

Direct to Garment (DTG) printing is a modern-day digital printing method that uses specialised inkjet technology to deliver full-colour, photographic printing on textiles and apparel.

As the name suggests, DTG printing applies the inks directly on to the garment's surface, colouring the fibres of the fabric, leaving a light, natural print texture which retains its softness wash-after-wash.

Its best results are achieved when printing on natural fabrics with a tight and smooth weave, like t-shirts, sweatshirts and apparel with a majority cotton - preferably organic, combed and ringspun.

BEST PRODUCTS FOR DTG

Black line drawing of a tank top on a light grey background

TANKS

Black line drawing of a t-shirt on a light grey background

T-SHIRTS

Black line drawing of a sweatshirt on a light grey background

SWEATSHIRTS

DTG INKS

The water-based inks, which contain no animal by-products are completely vegan-approved, and capable of capturing the finest details, including subtle shading and gradients.

With DTG, the ink is printed directly onto the surface of a garment, colouring the fibres of the fabric, rather than 'covering' them. The inks produce a lovely, soft-hand finish with excellent wash-fastness properties, assuring you of lasting quality and sustainability.

WATER-BASED INKS

OEKO-TEX 100

VEGAN-APPROVED

Snoop
Once
State
Eter
Andy
Fred

PREPARING ARTWORK

Please ensure artwork is created in CMYK (RGB will be converted) and is saved with a transparent background, centred on the canvas.

Artwork types - Raster graphics (CMYK format)
File formats - .PDF / .PNG (transparent background required).
Save file at 300 dpi and centred on the canvas.

Pantone colour matching is not available.
Neon & metallic colours will not render accurately.

Black line drawing of a t-shirt with a rectangular design on a white background

Standard area (A4)
W210 X H300 mm

Black line drawing of a t-shirt with a square placeholder on a white background

Maximum area
W350 x H400 mm

Black line drawing of a t-shirt with a blurry photoshop logo on on a white background

Avoid low-resolution images

FAQs

A: Our minimum order is x12 each artwork/size.
A: There are no set-up fees for DTG printing but please ensure artwork is provided to us in vector graphic and in CMYK format.
A: All garments with a majority cotton are suitable for DTG.
A: The maximum print size for DTG is 400 x 350 mm.
A: Yes, you can expect to see a little loss in colour vibrancy through multiple wash cycles.
A: We can, but it depends on the item. Please contact us for more information. Any garments supplied are done so at your own risk.
A: Yes, we always provide a visual and artwork proof prior to production of your order. This will be sent to you via e-mail and/or WhatsApp. We NEVER send orders to production queue without first receiving your approval.
A: We process orders via e-mail. Please e-mail your order specification to us - click here. Please provide details of your desired garments, colours, sizes and quantity (minimum order quantitiy is 12 units each artwork/size). Please also include your print spec. (positions, sizes etc.), and attach your artwork.