Direct-to-garment printing—your designs, printed on clothing 👚

Let’s dive into the world of DTG printing. How does it work, and is it the right choice for your business? 

🎨 Vibrant colors, comfortable wear

Direct-to-garment printing is a method where the ink is sprayed directly onto the garment, which allows for high-quality, full-color prints. DTG prints are soft, breathable, and very durable.

It’s best suited for fabrics like cotton, bamboo, and other natural materials, as the material absorbs the ink. DTG is one of the most popular printing methods in on-demand production.

🖌️ How does DTG printing work?

DTG requires a few steps to get the design printed on the garment:

• First, the pre-treatment is applied to the garment to help the ink bond with the fabric
• Then the garment is mounted on a platen, and the design gets sprayed with water-based inks on the fabric
• After that, the ink is cured to make the print more durable

👕 Why should you choose DTG?

The main advantage of DTG is that it’s easy to print one-offs because there’s almost no setup time if you have an online store connected with a third-party DTG print provider such as Printful.

Other advantages include:

• High-quality prints: DTG printing allows for more detailed and vibrant designs, with a wider range of colors than traditional printing methods
• Versatility: DTG printing can be used to print on a variety of materials, including cotton, polyester, and different blends, making it suitable for a wide range of garments
• Cost-effective: DTG printing can be more cost-effective than traditional printing methods for small orders or one-off designs
• Environmentally friendly: DTG printing uses water-based inks that are more environmentally friendly than traditional printing inks

We at Printful recently lowered the prices for our most popular DTG bestsellers. These are items that everyone loves, with thousands of orders being fulfilled by Printful every day. 

If you’re not selling DTG items yet, this is your sign to start! Reduced prices will keep your current customers returning and attract new customers that may have been deterred by the cost.

Learn more about our new pricing here.