Types of Print

DTF printing

Film transfer pressed onto the garment — sharp detail and vibrant colour on almost any fabric.

Best for Small runs, full-colour logos and graphics

Plastisol (screen) printing

Classic screen printing with good opacity on light and dark garments. The most popular method worldwide.

Best for Large runs, bold logos

Watch out Print can't be ironed over

Embroidery

Stitched logos with a premium, textured feel — lasts as long as the garment.

Best for Logos on polos and hoodies, corporate wear

Watch out Halftone or photographic images can't be embroidered

Sublimation

Dye becomes part of the fabric — vibrant colour, no development cost, and you can't feel the ink.

Best for Sportswear and event tees

Watch out Only on 100% polyester garments

Direct to garment (DTG)

Inkjet printing straight onto the textile.

Best for One-offs and samples

Watch out Still evolving — colours can lack vibrancy

Pigment printing

Water-based print for white or light garments; can be ironed over.

Best for Soft-feel prints on light colours

Watch out Not for dark garments

White opaque water-base

An older water-based method for dark garments; can be ironed over.

Best for Budget prints on dark colours

Watch out Poor opacity

Discharge printing

A colour-removing agent replaces the dye with your design — very soft hand-feel.

Best for Vintage, soft prints on dyed fabric

High-density printing

Layers of ink build depth for a raised, 3D graphic.

Best for Statement logos with texture

Foil printing

Adds shine with gold, silver or brass foil.

Best for Premium and festive designs

Metallic & shimmer inks

Silver, gold, glitter and shimmer effects with excellent durability.

Best for Eye-catching special effects

Rubberized (puff) printing

A rubber-based ink that swells when heated for a raised finish.

Best for Textured, playful graphics

Plastic printing

Water-based print for white or light garments that leaves a thin film; can be ironed over.

Best for Light garments

Watch out Not for dark garments

Laser / digital on dark garments

Digital transfer for dark garments.

Best for Small quantities and urgent jobs

Watch out Expensive — not for large volumes

Laser / digital opaque on light garments

Brilliant reproduction with a fast turnaround.

Best for Single-day events

Watch out Fades with each wash

Litho transfer (sticker) printing

Printed transfer ideal for halftone designs, economical at scale.

Best for Halftones in large volumes

Watch out Can't be ironed; edges may fray after washes

Rotary printing

Designs printed around a cylinder for continuous repeats.

Best for All-over repeat patterns