With every new thing, comes new challenges. DTF is my new thing. Finding information on how to heat apply was a toss-up for awhile. Here is what I found online. Your results may vary depending on your heat press.
Do a pre-press on the garment you are apply the DTF transfer too. Heat apply the transfer at 325° on medium to firm pressure for 10 seconds. No cover sheet is required.
Lower the heat to 275° and press for 6 seconds on medium to firm pressure. Allow the transfer to cool for a few seconds before trying to remove the carrier. If the corner starts to lift, let it cool for a few more seconds.
I was using too much heat and leaving the print under the heat for too long. This is a by-product of sublimation, where the temps and times are very high and long. Think of DTF being more like vinyl. It is sometimes recommended to do a second press. I have been doing the second press, but I do use a cover sheet whether it's teflon or butcher paper.
Do you have a DTF tip to share? Leave it in the comments! Maybe you have a question. Be sure to ask.
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