Direct to Garment (DTG) Explained
The digital disruptor of the print world (bold claim, but we stand by it). Built for creators who want colour, detail, and full creative freedom – without the 100-unit buy-in. Think of it as the high-res printer of the apparel game: vibrant, photo-quality artwork printed straight into fabric.
Garment Pre-Treatment.
We start by applying a pre-treatment solution to the garment (super important for darker colours). This creates a smooth, ink-friendly surface that helps colours stay vibrant and crisp. It also stops designs from fading or bleeding after the first wash!
High-Def Print.
Once the pre-treatment is dry, the garment is carefully loaded into our DTG printer. It begins by laying down a white underbase (unless it's a white tee), which gives your design a bold foundation. Then, the CMYK inks are sprayed directly onto the fabric, layer by layer. Yep, just like a giant high-definition inkjet printer for apparel.
Heat Cure.
Printed items are then heat-cured in a conveyor dryer or with a heat press. This step bonds the ink to the fabric fibres, locking in the colours and ensuring your design can stand up to repeat wears and washes.
Quality Check.
Each piece goes through a hands-on check for alignment, clarity, colour accuracy, and finish. If it doesn’t meet our standards, it doesn’t leave the garage. Simple as that.
Ready to wear your work of art?
From one-off masterpieces to limited-run collabs, we’ve helped thousands of creators and boutique brands drop bold, detailed designs that look as sharp on fabric as they do on screen. Clean gradients, soft textures, and no minimum commitment... DTG is calling your name.
Performance Specs
Perfect for small batches, high detail, and full-colour brilliance, DTG delivers print quality that makes your designs pop — without locking you into big commitments.
Perfectly tuned to...
⭑ Creators, artists, illustrators
⭑ Boutique brands and side hustles
⭑ Etsy and Shopify store owners
⭑ One-off gifts or events
⭑ New product drops
⭑ Time-sensitive campaigns
Custom-built for...
⭑ Cotton tees
⭑ Hoodies and sweatshirts
⭑ Baby onesies
⭑ Tote bags
⭑ Lightweight crewnecks
⭑ Limited-run collabs
⭑ Full-colour artwork or photo prints
Why you'll love it...
⭑ Sharp detail + colour accuracy that captures every pixel
⭑ Unlimited colours with no design restrictions
⭑ Low or no minimums for flexible, small-batch runs
⭑ Soft-touch prints that feel as good as they look
⭑ Long-lasting quality that holds colour after 50+ washes
⭑ Quick turnarounds without screen setup delays
⭑ Eco-conscious with water-based inks and low waste
⭑ Print-on-demand friendly for consistent, easy reorders
Faqs
Absolutely! We provide digital mock-ups to ensure you’re happy with the design, placement, and colors before moving forward with production.
Turnaround times vary depending on the order size and printing method. Standard orders are typically ready in 7-10 business days after payment, but we offer rush services for quicker delivery when needed.
For DTF and DTG printing methods the minimum order is 10pcs.Due to the more complicated setup process, for screen printing the minimum order is 25pcs.
We specialize in Direct to Film (DTF), Direct to Garment (DTG), and screen printing, as well as embroidery services. Each method has its own unique advantages, and we can help you choose the best one for your project.
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Let’s ink that masterpiece into merch.
If you’re trialling designs, launching a test collection, building a POD store without the upfront inventory risk, or just need small-batch, high-detail, full-colour prints, DTG is your bestie.