DTG – DIRECT TO GARMENT

DTG printing is a technique for printing directly onto clothing – primarily cotton T-shirts and sweatshirts – using a special inkjet printer. A DTG printer works similarly to a home printer, but uses fabric as the substrate instead of paper.

What makes DTG printing unique?

• direct-to-fabric printing – ink penetrates the fabric structure
• eco-friendly
• ideal for multi-color graphics – ideal for printing photos, tonal transitions, and shaded element
• no need to prepare a matrix – can print from just one piece
• soft to the touch – the print is not “thick” like with foil or screen printing

Advantages of DTG printing

• excellent quality, high resolution
• personalization possible – printing single pieces
• eco-friendly water-based inks
• no color restrictions

Disadvantages of DTG printing

• works best on 100% cotton
• less durable than screen printing when washed frequently
• less cost-effective for large quantities

COMPARISON: DTG VS. SCREEN PRINTING VS. DTF