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DTF PRINTING PRICING EXAMPLES

DTF Printing Pricing Examples (Cost Comparison)

This page shows real completed DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing jobs, listed in ascending order by quantity.
The examples demonstrate how cost per shirt changes as quantities increase, while also being influenced by print size, print positions, and turnaround.

All pricing is provided as a guide only and is not a fixed price list.

Example 1 - 30 Shirts (Standard Turnaround)

Overview

  • Printing method: DTF
  • Garment: JBS Wear 1HT
  • Print positions: Front chest only (10cm × 10cm)
  • Turnaround: Standard (~2 weeks)
  • Order type: Pickup

Cost Summary

  • Total order: $700.20
  • Approx cost per shirt: $23.34

Example 2 - 100 Shirts (Urgent Turnaround)

Overview

  • Printing method: DTF
  • Garment: JBS Wear 1HT
  • Print positions: Front (10cm × 10cm) + X-Large Print on Back (35cm × 35cm)
  • Turnaround: Urgent
  • Shipping: Express (Brisbane → Melbourne)

Cost Summary

  • Total order: $3,021.30
  • Approx cost per shirt: $30.21
Higher cost per shirt reflects two print positions, extra large back print, and urgent production.

Example 3 - 163 Shirts (Urgent Bulk Order)

Overview

  • Printing method: DTF
  • Garment: AS Colour Block Oversized Tee (5052)
  • Print positions: Front (10cm × 10cm) + Large Back Print (30cm × 30cm)
  • Turnaround: Urgent
  • Order type: Pickup

Cost Summary

  • Total order: $4,022.92
  • Approx cost per shirt: $24.68

Cost Comparison & Percentage Savings

The table below compares cost per shirt and shows how pricing improves with quantity when other variables are reasonably comparable.

Quantity Cost per Shirt Change vs 30 Shirts Percentage Difference
30 $23.34 — —
100 $30.21 +$6.87 +29.4%
163 $24.68 −$5.53 (vs 100) −18.3%

Key Takeaways from the Pricing Ladder

  • DTF pricing does not decrease linearly with quantity
  • Print size, number of positions, and urgency can outweigh volume
  • Larger quantities can still deliver savings when complexity is controlled
  • DTF remains best for flexibility and urgency, not extreme bulk discounts

If lowest cost per shirt is the main priority at very high quantities, screen printing may be more suitable.

Next Steps

  • 👉 View the DTF Pricing Ladder
  • 👉 Use the DTF Pricing Calculator
  • 👉 Compare Screen Printing vs DTF
  • 👉 Request a personalised quote
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