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Warm Peel DTF Transfers are perfect when you want speed and efficiency without sacrificing great results! Follow these simple steps to achieve bold, durable prints every time.

NOTE: The Step by Step guide below assumes you’re pressing onto a plain, 100% Cotton T-Shirt. For other materials, see the Times & Temps Table below.

1. Pre-Press Your Garment 👔

• • Heat press your blank garment for 3–5 seconds at 140°C.
  • This removes moisture and wrinkles, giving you a flat, dry surface to press on.

 

2. Position Your Transfer 🎯

• • Place your DTF transfer film on the garment print side down (so that the white adhesive backing is against the fabric with the film facing up) .
  • Use heat-resistant tape if needed to keep it perfectly aligned.

 

3. Press the Transfer 💪

• • Cover your design with parchment paper or a Teflon sheet.
  • Temperature: 140°C
  • Time: 8-10 seconds
  • Pressure: Medium (5-6 Setting on Galaxy Heat Press / 30–40 psi / 3–4 bar)
    👉 Keep the press flat and even for best adhesion.

 

4. Peel While Warm 🔥

• • After you lift the press, wait about 5 seconds and then peel the film using a smooth and steady motion from one corner.
  • If your design has fine elements, allow the transfer to cool a little longer (30 – 60 seconds) before peeling to minimise the risk of these fine details lifting when you peel.
  • For thin lines, try to peel along the length of the line, not across it.

 

5. Post-Press for Perfection 🌟

• • Cover your design with parchment or a Teflon sheet.
  • Press again for 8-10 seconds at the same temperature.
  • This gives your print a soft feel and long-lasting finish.

 

6. Ready to Rock! 🎉

• • Allow the print to set for 24 hours before washing for maximum durability.

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👕 Fabric & Garment Settings – Hot Peel

1. Material	Temp	Time	Pressure	Notes
   Cotton (T-Shirts, Hoodies)	140°C	8-15s	(5-6 Setting on Galaxy Heat Press / 30–40 psi / 3–4 bar)	Use a slightly higher pressure & time for particularly thick / heavy hoodies
   Polyester	130–135°C	8–10s	(4-5 Setting on Galaxy Heat Press / 30–35 psi / 3 bar)	Reduce heat to avoid shine and consider using a soft teflon pressing pillow
   Elastane / Lycra / Spandex	130°C	8–10s	(4-5 Setting on Galaxy Heat Press / 30 psi / 3 bar)	Use light pressure and quick press. Make sure the fabric is completely relaxed and not stretched at all.
   Cotton-Poly Blends	135°C	10–12s	(5-6 Setting on Galaxy Heat Press / 30–40 psi / 3–4 bar)	Lower temp slightly when compared to 100% Cotton

💡 Pro Tips:

• • Let your press fully heat up before starting for consistent results.
  • Peel confidently — hesitating can cause lifting.
  • Avoid stretching the print until it’s fully cooled and set.
  • Always test on a spare piece of fabric before your first production run!

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🎉 Ready to level up your custom merch and wear game?

DTF printing is faster, easier, more colorful, and way more fun. Whether you’re a side hustler, full-time maker, or just DTF-curious (we had to 😄), you’re going to love what this method can do.

👉 Check out our Custom DTF Print Service to get your own design printed, or grab some of our Pre-Printed DTF Transfers and get started!