DTF, UV & printing equipment guides
Choosing a method, picking a machine, and running it well — written by the people who build and supply the kit.
Compare print methods
Four ways to get artwork onto a product, and what each one is actually best at.
| DTF | DTG | UV | UV DTF | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Any fabric, volume | Cotton apparel | Hard goods | Hard-good stickers |
| Ink | Water-based + powder | Water-based + pretreat | UV-curable + varnish | UV-curable |
| Cure / apply | Powder + heat, press | Cure on garment | Instant UV | Peel & stick |
Choosing a DTF printer
Which machine fits the work you actually take in, and how to pay for it.
Setting up and printing
From an empty bench to a pressed shirt that survives the wash.
Supplies and upkeep
What goes into the machine, and what keeps it printing.
Artwork & design
Getting the file right before it reaches the printer.
UV printing
For tumblers, cases, signage and promo — where ink cures instantly on hard surfaces.
Start & grow your shop
Turning a printer into a business that pays for itself.
