Screen Printing or DTF? Why You Should Use Both!

Explore how screen printing and DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing can work together to transform your print shop. Screen printing is the reliable choice for large runs, bold designs, and durable prints, while DTF opens up new possibilities for full-color designs and short runs without the need for extensive setup. DTF handles tricky fabrics like polyester with ease and even allows for prints on specialty items like hats and bags.

Using both methods side by side allows you to take on a wider variety of jobs, improve efficiency, and give your customers more options. Whether it’s a high-volume order with simple graphics or a small batch with detailed designs, screen printing and DTF make your shop more versatile and ready to handle any project.

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0:00 Introduction and Location
0:13 Transition from Screen Printing to DTF
1:05 Colin’s Screen Printing Experience
2:07 Ryan’s Screen Printing Journey
3:01 Screen Printers' Struggles with Quality and Techniques
4:03 The Evolution of Printing Technology
4:38 Comparing Screen Printing and Digital Printing
5:38 A Look Back at Transfers in the 90s
6:30 Early Experiences with Transfer Prints
7:27 Improvements in Transfers Over Time
9:06 DTF's Introduction and Growth
10:17 The Meaning Behind DTF
11:26 Overview of the Omni DTF Printer
12:25 Breaking Down the Decoration Process
13:05 Screen Printing vs. DTF for Basic Prints
14:40 Barrier to Entry for New Printers
15:13 Pressing a Black Shirt with DTF
17:39 Comparing DTF to Traditional White Ink Screen Prints
19:46 Setup Time for Screen Printing
22:25 Evaluating DTF White Prints on Different Fabrics
26:02 Timeline and Cost Comparison of Screen Printing and DTF
29:46 Combining Screen Printing and DTF for Maximum Efficiency
30:23 Full-Color Prints: DTF vs. Simulated Process
32:09 Understanding DTF Film and Adhesive Powder
38:20 Pressing Detailed DTF Prints
40:19 Comparing DTF to Screen Printed Simulated Process Prints
42:49 Setup Time for a Six-Color Screen Print
45:30 The Possibilities DTF Opens for Print Shops
47:32 DTF on Polyester and Other Tricky Fabrics
49:15 How DTF Fits into Smaller, Detailed Print Jobs
52:05 Final Thoughts on Screen Printing and DTF

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