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DTG Printing (Direct-to-Garment)

DTG (Direct-to-Garment) printing is a high-quality printing method where your artwork is printed directly onto the fabric, similar to how an inkjet printer works - but designed specifically for garments.

It’s a popular choice for full-colour designs, detailed artwork, and smaller print runs where screen printing isn’t ideal.

What Is DTG Printing?

DTG printing uses specialist garment printers to apply water-based inks directly into the fabric. The print is then cured with heat to lock in colour and durability.

Because the design is printed digitally:

  • There’s no screen setup
  • Full-colour artwork is easy
  • Small orders are more cost-effective than screen printing

When DTG Printing Is the Best Choice

DTG works best when:

  • You need high detail (fine lines, gradients, photo prints).
  • Your design uses multiple colours.
  • You are ordering small to medium quantities.
  • You want a soft, breathable print finish.
  • You want to print directly onto premium cotton garments.

DTG is commonly used for:

  • Event shirts
  • Promo tees
  • Corporate samples
  • Small business branded apparel

When DTG Printing Is NOT the Best Option

DTG may not be ideal when:

  • You are ordering very large quantities (60–100+).
  • The design is very simple and repeated.
  • You want the lowest cost per shirt at scale.

In these situations, screen printing often becomes more economical.

For fast turnaround on mixed fabric types or synthetic garments, DTF printing may be better suited.

DTG vs Other Printing Methods

DTG vs DTF

  • DTG prints directly onto cotton garments
  • DTF transfers the design from film onto more garment types (including blends)

DTG is often chosen for a softer, premium finish on cotton tees, while DTF is more versatile for urgent or multi-garment orders.

DTG vs Screen Printing

  • DTG has low setup cost, ideal for smaller runs
  • Screen printing becomes cheaper at higher quantities

DTG Pricing (How It Works)

DTG pricing is influenced by:

  • Garment type and brand
  • Number of print positions (front only vs. front + back)
  • Print size (small chest vs. large back print)
  • Quantity
  • Turnaround time (standard vs. urgent)

 

Real pricing tables and examples are available on DTG pricing pages.

Urgent DTG Printing

DTG can also be suitable for urgent orders depending on:

  • Garment availability
  • Artwork readiness
  • Production queue

Urgent printing generally costs more than standard turnaround pricing.

How to Order DTG Printed Shirts

To order DTG printed garments, you’ll usually need:

  1. Quantity of Tee shirts and size breakdown
  2. Garment type and style. Ex: AS Colour as the brand, Staple Tee as the style
  3. Print locations (front/back/sleeves)
  4. Print size in cm
  5. Required date
  6. Pickup or delivery preference
  7. Artwork files (high resolution / print-ready)

 

A step-by-step DTG ordering page will guide you through the exact workflow.

Helpful Links

For best results, view:

  • DTG Printing Prices (Standard Turnaround)
  • Urgent DTG Printing Prices
  • DTG After Care Instructions
  • DTG Pricing Calculator
  • DTG FAQs
  • DTG vs DTF Comparison
  • Printing Methods Overview
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