DTF

Custom DTF gang sheet with full color artwork for apparel printing

Direct-to-Film Apparel Printing

DTF transfers and custom apparel printing.

Da Mouse Trap Graphics provides DTF printing for detailed, full-color apparel designs, small runs, custom merchandise, business apparel, streetwear, and specialty garment projects.

  • Full Color
  • Small Runs
  • No Color Limit Setup
  • Detailed Artwork
  • Custom Apparel

Why DTF

Full-color printing without traditional screen setup.

DTF works well when the artwork has many colors, gradients, photographic details, smaller quantities, or designs that would take several screens to print traditionally.

Full-Color Artwork

Print detailed graphics, illustrations, gradients, logos, and multi-color designs.

Small Runs

Useful for lower quantities where multi-screen setup may not be the best route.

Flexible Apparel

Transfers can work across many compatible garment styles, colors, and apparel projects.

Good For

When the design needs color, detail, and flexibility.

DTF is a strong fit for artwork that needs color accuracy, fine edges, smaller batches, or fast apparel production without simplifying the design.

DTF gang sheet printing in Los Angeles by Da Mouse Trap

Gang Sheets

Group multiple graphics onto one sheet for apparel runs, merch pieces, and repeat designs.

Best Uses

  • Detailed full-color graphics
  • Streetwear and merchandise
  • Business logos
  • Artist merch
  • Custom one-off projects

Quote Details

Send quantity, garment sizes, garment color, artwork, print dimensions, print locations, garment type, and deadline.

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How It Works

From artwork to finished garment.

Artwork is prepared digitally, printed as a transfer, then applied to the garment using controlled heat, pressure, placement, and timing.

  1. 01

    Send Artwork

    Provide the design, quantity, garment info, dimensions, print locations, and deadline.

  2. 02

    Prepare Transfer

    Artwork is reviewed and prepared for clean full-color transfer production.

  3. 03

    Heat Press

    The transfer is positioned and applied with the right temperature, pressure, and timing.

  4. 04

    Inspect

    The finished garment is checked before the order is prepared for pickup or delivery.

DTF FAQ

Common questions before you send the artwork.

If you are not sure whether DTF or screen printing is better, send the design and quantity. We will help point the project in the right direction.

Is DTF good for full-color artwork?

Yes. DTF is built for multiple colors, gradients, illustrations, and detailed graphics.

Can you print small quantities?

Yes. DTF can be useful when the order is too small for multiple traditional screens.

Can you supply the garments?

Yes. Da Mouse Trap can source shirts, hoodies, and other compatible apparel for your project.

What artwork should I send?

High-quality transparent PNG, PSD, vector artwork, or production-ready artwork is best.

Ready To Print

Ready to start your DTF project?

Send your artwork, garment details, quantity, print dimensions, locations, and deadline. We will review the cleanest route before production starts.

Screen Printing

Best for bold spot-color apparel, merch drops, uniforms, and larger runs.

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Stickers + Banners

Custom print pieces for packaging, promos, storefronts, events, and displays.

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Logo + Web Design

Brand visuals, logos, websites, landing pages, and digital assets for businesses.

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