Custom Heat Transfers for Shirts: Full-Color DTF, Ready to Press
Our custom heat transfers are full-color DTF transfers printed from your art and ready to press onto shirts, hoodies, hats and bags. Unlike vinyl there is no cutting or weeding, any number of colors costs the same, and they work on cotton, polyester and blends in light or dark colors. Prices start at about 4¢ per square inch by size or $0.75 per inch on a 22-inch gang sheet, with no minimum and same-day shipping on orders placed by 2 PM ET on business days.
Custom heat transfers vs other options
| DTF heat transfer | HTV vinyl | Screen print transfer | Sublimation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colors | Unlimited, photos OK | One per layer | Priced per color | Unlimited |
| Fabrics | Cotton, poly, blends | Most | Most | Light polyester only |
| Dark shirts | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Weeding | None | Yes | None | None |
| Minimum | None | None | Usually a run minimum | None |
A longer comparison is in DTF vs screen printing vs sublimation vs HTV.
How to order
- One to three designs: order heat transfers by size.
- Many designs, names or sizes: build a gang sheet.
- Finished layout: upload your gang sheet.
Press settings
315–325°F, 6–12 seconds, medium-firm pressure, peel hot, then re-press briefly with a cover sheet. Settings by fabric are on DTF press settings by fabric; sizes for each print location are on the DTF transfer size chart.
Custom heat transfers FAQ
Can I use a household iron?
A heat press gives the most even heat and pressure and is strongly recommended. An iron can work for small designs but results vary.
How long do the transfers last?
Pressed correctly, 50+ washes. Wash inside out in cold water and tumble dry low. See how long DTF transfers last.
How long can I store unpressed transfers?
Months, kept flat in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.