Heat Press (Recommended)

 

 

1. No Need to Pre-Press or Pre-Iron

Spread the printable area on a flat surface or workstation by removing moisture and wrinkles from the product is unnecessary . Only do a prepress if you prefer.

 

 

 

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2. Position Your Design

Position your transfer in the desired location and make sure it is flat before pressing. You can press across seams, for example, on 6-panel hats and side seams of t-shirts. Heat-resistant tape is recommended when pressing on hats or when using a household iron to prevent the transfer from moving. You’ll learn when it’s needed with experience.

 

 

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3. Press & Peel After a Few Seconds

Press the transfer at 310°F / 155°C with medium to high pressure for ~12 seconds.  It is recommended to test one piece first. Use parchment paper or order Ninja’s Silicone Upper Platen Cover (avoids scorching and replaces parchment paper) to protect your garment from touching the iron directly.

Wait a few seconds and peel!  If parts of the design are not sticking, lay it back down and press again with added pressure and heat (+15°F).  If unsuccessful, increase heat by 15°F increments until it transfers correctly.  Remember, the great thing with NinjaTransfers is that repeated pressing won’t damage the transfer.

If your settings are scorching the garment, the first step would be to reduce pressure. If that doesn’t work, retain the reduced pressure and reduce the heat by 10-15°F.  With a little practice, you’ll find the right settings for each garment and material.  .

 

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4. Final Press & Wash Instructions

Important: While the majority of other DTF companies advise you to press it just once, this is improper. After hundreds of wash tests, we have found that a final press is imperative to create a superior product.  After the design is transferred onto the garment, with the film peeled off, cover the design with provided parchment paper and press for 15 seconds.  Doing so enhances the value of your product by greatly improving the durability and softness as well as reducing the shine.

 

For best results and longevity, wash the garment inside out in cold water and dry on low heat or hang to dry.  Washing it with standard settings is fine, but it lasts longer with more delicate settings.