Nottingham
DTF printing services
DTF Printing
Nottingham
Custom DTF printing for brands, businesses and apparel across Nottingham.
Flexible, high detail printing for garments, merch and custom designs with fast turnaround.
Local Specialists
DTF printing in Nottingham
We provide professional DTF printing in Nottingham for brands, businesses and events looking for flexible, high quality garment printing.
If you are searching for DTF printing Nottingham or DTF printing near you, we deliver reliable production with strong detail, durability and fast turnaround.
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From clothing brands and gym wear to workwear and promotional apparel, DTF printing offers a versatile solution across a wide range of products and fabric types.
The Method
What is DTF printing
DTF stands for direct to film printing. It involves printing your design onto a specialist transfer film, coating it with a heat activated adhesive powder, then applying it to garments using heat and pressure.
Because the design is first created on film rather than applied directly to fabric, DTF works across a much wider range of materials than DTG — including synthetic fabrics, performance materials and blended textiles.
Your artwork is printed onto a specialist DTF transfer film using pigment-based inks at high resolution.
A heat activated adhesive powder is applied to the printed film while the ink is still wet, then cured in an oven.
The transfer is positioned on the garment and pressed with a heat press to bond the design to the fabric.
The film is peeled away, leaving a clean, durable print bonded directly to the garment.
Why It Works
Why choose DTF printing
DTF sits between DTG and screen printing in terms of capability — and has unique advantages that neither can match.
Works on multiple materials
DTF can be applied to cotton, polyester, nylon, performance fabrics, blends and mixed materials. This makes it one of the most versatile printing methods available — suitable for garments that DTG simply cannot handle.
High detail prints
DTF prints reproduce complex artwork, fine lines, gradients and photographic detail with precision. Whether your design is a simple logo or a complex full colour graphic, DTF handles it cleanly.
No colour limitations
Full colour printing at no extra cost per colour. Unlike screen printing where each additional colour adds cost and complexity, DTF prints any design with unlimited colours in a single pass.
Flexible for small & medium runs
DTF offers a practical middle ground — more cost effective than DTG on medium runs, and more flexible than screen printing for mixed garment orders. Ideal for runs of 10–100 units across multiple designs.
Strong durability
DTF prints hold up well when applied correctly. The adhesive layer bonds the design firmly to the fabric, resisting cracking, peeling and wash degradation with proper care — producing a long-lasting result.
Fast turnaround
DTF transfers can be produced quickly and applied efficiently. Without the screen setup time of screen printing, DTF is one of the fastest methods for getting a quality print onto a garment.
Order Quantities
Minimum order quantity
DTF printing is a flexible option for detailed designs, mixed garment types and smaller production runs.
It works well when you need vibrant artwork, flexible garment choice and a lower minimum than screen printing.
Who We Work With
DTF printing for brands, businesses and industries
DTF printing serves a wide range of clients across Nottingham and the UK. Its material flexibility and colour capability make it suitable for industries where other methods fall short.
Clothing brands
DTF is increasingly popular with clothing brands producing merch drops, seasonal collections and fashion pieces with complex, full colour artwork. Small runs are accessible without heavy screen setup costs.
- Merch drops & limited releases
- Full-colour fashion pieces
- Mixed garment collections
Gym & fitness brands
DTF works on performance fabrics and polyester blends that DTG cannot handle. Ideal for gym wear, activewear and fitness brands that need quality prints on technical materials.
- Activewear & performance garments
- Fitness brand clothing
- Branded gym gear
Workwear & trades
Branded workwear for businesses and trades across Nottingham. DTF prints hold up well on work garments and apply cleanly across a range of workwear fabrics including blended materials.
- Trade & construction clothing
- Mixed fabric workwear
- Business staff uniforms
Businesses & corporate
Promotional apparel and staff clothing for businesses of all sizes. DTF printing on branded clothing creates a consistent, professional look that is suitable for client-facing teams and events.
- Promotional branded clothing
- Staff & team apparel
- Corporate event garments
Events & campaigns
DTF is well suited to event merchandise and campaign clothing where designs change frequently, quantities are mixed and turnaround needs to be fast. Minimum order is 10 units.
- Event & festival merchandise
- Campaign clothing
- Promotional giveaways
Merch & print resellers
DTF is popular with print resellers and merch businesses that need flexible production across different garment types and designs without committing to large minimum orders per design.
- Print reseller production
- Mixed garment merch runs
- Small batch branded products
What We Print
DTF printing on garments and products
We offer DTF printing across a wide range of garments. Because DTF works on most fabric types, we can produce prints on garments that other methods cannot handle.
T-shirt printing
DTF t-shirt printing for full colour designs on cotton, polyester and blended fabrics. Great for detailed artwork, fashion pieces and promotional t-shirts across Nottingham.
Hoodie printing
Flexible printing for merch and clothing brands. DTF hoodies produce clean, vibrant prints and are particularly useful for brands using blended cotton-polyester garments.
Sweatshirts
Clean everyday garments with detailed DTF prints. Works well on both cotton and poly-cotton sweatshirts, making it a versatile option for brand collections and branded apparel.
Workwear
Durable DTF application on workwear fabrics. Unlike DTG, DTF works on mixed-fabric workwear, giving trade businesses more flexibility in their branded clothing choices.
Performance & activewear
DTF's key advantage over DTG — it works on polyester and synthetic fabrics. Ideal for gym wear, sports kit and performance apparel that other printing methods cannot print onto reliably.
Method Comparison
DTF vs screen printing vs DTG
Understanding how DTF compares to other printing methods helps you choose the right option for your project. Each method has a distinct place in the production toolkit.
Quick Comparison
Best for flexibility, full colour graphics and lower volume runs.
You are hereBest for bulk orders, strong durability and simple bold designs.
Explore screen printing DTG PrintingBest for very small runs and highly detailed artwork.
Explore DTG printingHow It Works
How DTF printing works
A five-stage process from artwork to finished garment — clean, efficient and quality-checked at every stage.
Design printed onto film
Your artwork is printed in reverse onto a specialist PET transfer film using pigment-based DTF inks at high resolution. This stage captures all colour detail and fine artwork elements.
Adhesive applied & cured
A fine layer of heat activated adhesive powder is applied evenly over the wet ink on the film. The film then passes through an oven to cure, melting the powder into the ink surface and creating the bond layer.
Transfer heat pressed
The transfer film is positioned on the garment and pressed using a heat press at the correct temperature and pressure. The adhesive layer activates, bonding the design to the fabric fibres.
Film peeled away
After pressing, the film is peeled away — either hot or cold peel depending on the transfer type — leaving the design cleanly bonded to the garment surface.
Quality checked
Each garment is inspected for print quality, adhesion, colour accuracy and placement before being packed for dispatch. We only ship orders that meet our quality standard.
Ready for delivery
Orders are packaged and dispatched from our Nottingham facility. We ship nationwide and offer local collection for Nottingham-based clients.
Print Quality
What good DTF printing looks like
Real production from our print facility. No stock images — every shot is a finished garment from a live order.
Transfer detail
Heat press application
Finished garment
Colour stack
Film print close up
Quality control
Project Print
Why choose Project Print for DTF printing
We are a dedicated production facility in Nottingham, not a generic platform. We offer DTF printing as part of a wider service that covers multiple methods — meaning we can always recommend the right approach for your project.
Trade Services
Trade DTF printing services
We offer trade DTF printing for designers, agencies, brands and resellers looking for flexible garment decoration with reliable turnaround.
Minimum order quantity for DTF printing is 10 units.
DTF is a strong choice for repeat client work, varied garment types and detailed full colour graphics.
Ready to work with us on trade?
Send your volumes and requirements for a dedicated trade quote.
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Printing methods comparison
DTF sits between screen printing for bulk and DTG for samples — it is the bridge between all printing methods. Here is how they compare.
High-volume garment printing for brands and events. Best from 25+ units with bold, durable results. Lower cost per unit at scale than DTF.
Best for: 25+ units, bulk apparel, events Explore screen printing → Custom embroidery for premium stitchingStitched logos on caps, jackets and uniforms. Premium finish that cannot be replicated with print — built for corporate wear and retail brands.
Best for: workwear, caps, premium brands Explore embroidery →Heat transfer printing for full colour designs, mixed materials and mid-range quantities. Works where screen printing and DTG have limitations.
Best for: mixed fabrics, 10–100 unitsDirect to garment for samples, one offs and short runs on cotton. No setup costs, ideal for testing designs before scaling.
Best for: 1–25 units, samples, prototypes Explore DTG printing →Near You
DTF printing near you
If you are searching for DTF printing Nottingham, custom DTF printing or DTF printing near me, we provide a reliable, high quality service across Nottingham and surrounding areas.
We are a real production facility based in Nottingham — not an outsourced marketplace or print-on-demand platform. That means direct communication, consistent quality and production you can rely on for every order.
We regularly handle DTF printing orders for businesses and brands across the region, from small boutique orders to ongoing production runs.
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The Bigger Picture
DTF printing for modern apparel production
DTF printing is one of the most flexible garment printing methods available today. It sits between DTG printing and screen printing Nottingham, offering a practical balance of quality, flexibility and accessibility that neither method provides alone.
For brands and businesses operating in a world where garment types vary, fabric compositions change and design complexity increases, DTF provides a solution that adapts to the requirements of modern apparel production. For larger bulk orders, screen printing is usually the most cost effective option. For premium stitched logos on workwear and caps, custom embroidery is the strongest choice.
DTF reproduces complex, full colour artwork with precision. Brands with intricate logos, graphic designs or photo-based prints benefit from DTF's ability to transfer high detail onto a wide range of fabrics.
DTF is accessible at low quantities without the setup costs of screen printing. Brands testing designs, resellers fulfilling mixed orders and businesses needing occasional branded clothing all benefit from this flexibility.
Unlike screen printing, DTF transfers can be produced in advance and applied to different garment types and colours as needed. This makes it ideal for mixed orders where sizes, styles and colours vary across a single run.
Common Questions
DTF printing FAQs
DTF stands for direct to film printing. The process involves printing your design onto a specialist transfer film, applying a heat activated adhesive, then pressing the transfer onto a garment. DTF works on most fabric types and produces full colour, high detail prints without the minimum order requirements or setup costs of screen printing.
Yes. Project Print provides DTF printing from our facility in Nottingham. We serve clients across Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, the East Midlands and offer nationwide delivery on all orders. We also offer local collection for Nottingham-based clients.
DTF prints are very durable when applied correctly. The adhesive layer bonds the design firmly to the fabric, making it resistant to cracking, peeling and fading with normal use. With correct wash care (inside out, 30–40°C, no tumble dry), DTF prints maintain their quality well. For heavy daily use or industrial washing, screen printing remains the most durable option.
The minimum order quantity for DTF printing is 10 units. Because there is no screen setup required, smaller quantities are accessible at reasonable cost. Contact us with your requirements for a quote tailored to your order size.
Standard DTF turnaround is 3–7 working days from artwork approval. Rush turnaround may be available for urgent orders — contact us with your deadline before placing your order and we will confirm what is achievable.
DTG (direct to garment) prints ink directly onto the fabric using an inkjet process. It works best on 100% cotton in light colours. DTF (direct to film) creates a transfer that is heat-pressed onto the garment and works on virtually any fabric type including polyester, blends and performance materials. DTF tends to produce more vibrant results on dark garments and works across a wider range of fabric types.
DTF printing works on most fabric types including 100% cotton, polyester, nylon, poly-cotton blends, performance fabrics and synthetic materials. This makes it significantly more versatile than DTG, which is restricted to cotton. If you have a specific garment type, contact us and we will confirm compatibility before production.
Yes. We offer trade DTF printing for designers, agencies, clothing brands and print resellers. Trade clients receive dedicated per-unit pricing, priority production and consistent quality across all orders. Contact us to discuss trade account terms for your volumes.
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For larger orders, screen printing is usually the best option. For premium branding, embroidery is the strongest option.
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