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DTF T-shirt & Hoodie Printing

DTF printing on custom T-shirts, hoodies, bags and more. Sharp graphics, vibrant colour and a long-lasting finish — from small batches to full branded runs.

Made at our studio in Matosinhos, Porto.

From€8.001 pc · VAT incl.

At a glance

Method
DTF / HTV
Cotton, polyester, blends
Garments
10+ types
Bring your own, or we source
Min. order
5 pcs
Or a single piece, at the studio

Why DTF

Direct
to film.

  • Full colour

    No colour limits. Gradients, photos and fine detail, all reproduced with precision.

  • Any fabric

    Cotton, polyester, blends, denim, nylon — DTF works on almost any textile.

  • Flexible

    The transfer stretches with the fabric, so it suits sportswear and fitted garments.

  • Durable

    Resists washing, fading and cracking — made to last as long as the garment itself.

Applications

Print it
on anything.

  • T-shirts

    Your design on the most versatile canvas there is — front, back or both.

  • Hoodies

    Chest prints, back graphics, sleeve details — every surface, in full colour.

  • Tote bags

    Cotton canvas meets sharp DTF. Practical, printable and hard to ignore.

  • Sportswear

    The print moves with the body — ideal for athletic and fitted wear.

Why not the rest

DTF vs
the others.

FeatureDTFScreen printVinyl / HTV
Full colour and gradientsYesNoLimited
Works on any fabricYesMostlyMostly
Fine detail and small textYesLimitedLimited
Stretches with the fabricYesDependsLimited

Good questions

Before
you order.

What file format should I send?

A PNG with a transparent background is ideal. We also accept PDF, AI and PSD. The higher the resolution, the sharper the result — 300 dpi at print size, minimum.

Can you print on a garment I already own?

Yes. Bring your clothing to the studio in Matosinhos and we’ll apply the design. Please message us first — we need a little time to prepare the print.

What is the largest print?

Up to 60 × 100 cm in a single print. For bigger designs we can split the image into parts and line them up — message us about your project.

How long does it take?

It depends on the job and on our workload, so we confirm the timing with your quote. Rush orders are possible — get in touch and we’ll do our best.

Do you check the file before printing?

Always. We check every file for resolution, colour profile and dimensions, and you approve it before anything is printed.

Care guide

Make it
last.

  • Wash cold

    Machine wash at 30°C at most, on a gentle cycle. Cool water protects the colours and the bond.

  • Inside out

    Always wash and dry inside out, to protect the print from friction.

  • Air dry

    Air drying is best. If you use a dryer, keep it on low heat.

  • Iron carefully

    Iron inside out, or with a cloth between the iron and the print. Never iron the design directly.

Please don’t

  • Bleach it or use harsh detergents
  • Dry-clean it
  • Iron directly on the print
  • Use high heat in the dryer

In the studio

Made here,
by hand.

  • Pressed
  • Packed
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How it works

From file
to your hands.

  1. 01

    Send Your File

    Share your print-ready file on WhatsApp, Telegram or by email. We check it for free.

  2. 02

    Get a Quote

    We confirm price, paper and finish. You approve before anything goes to print.

  3. 03

    We Print

    Produced on professional equipment with colour-accurate profiles, and quality-checked before it leaves the studio.

  4. 04

    Pick Up or Deliver

    Collect in Matosinhos, or we’ll ship anywhere in Portugal and the EU. Packaged with care.

Ready to
print your merch?

Send your file on WhatsApp or Telegram. We’ll come back with a quote — no forms, no fuss.