Compare how cotton, polyester, blends, fleece, and stretchy or textured fabrics perform with DTF printing, and learn what affects print quality and durability.
Compare fabrics for embroidery, including cotton, twill, polyester, fleece, and structured headwear, and learn how fabric stability, stretch, and texture affect stitching quality.
Compare our sublimation fabric families by composition, construction, weight, stretch, and durability to understand their differences and choose the right material for your product.
General Care Instructions:
1. Washing:
- Machine wash cold with like colors.
- Use a gentle cycle.
- Turn garments inside out to protect prints and embroidery.
- Avoid bleach and fabric softeners.
2. Drying:
- Tumble dry on low heat or hang dry.
- Avoid high heat to prevent shrinkage and damage to prints and embroidery.
3. Ironing:
- Iron inside out on low heat.
- Do not iron directly on prints, embroidery, or films.
4. Special Care for Specific Methods:
- Sublimated Products: Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to prevent fading.
- Screen Printed Products: Do not dry clean as it may damage the print.
- Embroidered Products: Use a pressing cloth if ironing directly over embroidery to avoid flattening the stitches.
- Direct to Garment (DTG): Wash before first use to remove any pre-treatment residues.
- Direct to Film (DTF): Handle with care to avoid peeling of the film print.
By following these care instructions, you can ensure the longevity and vibrancy of your custom garments.