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19Jun,2025

What Do I Need to Start Pressing DTF Transfers?

BY : Jarrolte Productions

To start with DTF you need a heat press, a cover sheet, blank garments and ready-to-press transfers. A 15 by 15 inch press is enough. You do not need a DTF printer, since we print the transfers and you press them.

What is the starter kit?

A 15 by 15 inch heat press
A Teflon or parchment cover sheet
Blank garments in cotton, polyester or a blend
A lint roller
A heat press pillow for hoodies and thick garments
A spare garment for test presses
Ready-to-press DTF transfers

How do I press my first transfer?

Preheat the press to 302°F.
Press the blank for a moment to remove moisture and wrinkles, then lint roll it.
Place the transfer film side up and position it.
Cover with the sheet and press with firm, even pressure.
Peel. Hot peel is our recommendation and cold peel also works.

Try it on a spare garment first. The working range is 300 to 320°F and 320°F is the maximum.

Where do the transfers come from?

From us. Build a sheet in the free gang sheet builder, where auto-build lays out your designs, or order ready-to-press DTF transfers. We print transfer files as you send them, so check spelling, size and resolution before you check out. If we spot a problem with your file, we'll email you. Free designer review comes with our custom merch orders, where we print the shirts for you.

Pickup is in Calgary at 4558 14 Street NE, Monday to Friday, 9 to 4:30, or by appointment. We ship across Canada, and transfer orders of $99 CAD or more ship free.

Should I buy a printer?

Probably not at the start. See what a DTF printer setup involves before deciding.

Quick answers

What size heat press do I need?

A standard 15 by 15 inch press is all you need for most designs.

Do I need design software?

Not to start. The builder runs in your browser and the designer review checks your file.

Ready? Open the gang sheet builder.

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