I get emails daily from people asking me which DTF printer is best for home. My answer is always the same: are you going to be printing everyday? Because if you're not going to print every day - a DTF printer may not be worth it. BUT that doesn't mean you can't take advantage of the benefits of iron on DTF film transfers without all the maintenance.
DTF prints offer no-cut, no-weed full color transfers, allowing you to print transfers that can be applied to any color garment, be it dark or light.
Unlike sublimation, DTF printing isn't limited by the color or type of fabric making the transfers extremely versatile. However, the reason the transfers are so versatile is because DTF printers print white...and white ink congeals quickly causing clogged line when it's not circulated regularly through printing or use.
That means if you're more of a crafter or small business, where t-shirts aren't your main niche, a DTF printer may not be worth it for you.
Instead, buying iron on transfers is a really good alternative. So Fontsy, for example, now offers DTF transfer printing, allowing you to choose from stock transfers or upload your allowable images and designs.
In fact you can win $50 in transfers to So Fontsy right now by entering this giveaway!
Check out this video to help you decide if a DTF Printer is worth it or if ordering DTF transfers is a better option for you.
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