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URGENT DTG PRINTING PAGE (SAME-DAY / RUSH)

Urgent DTG Printing (Rush / Priority Orders)

Urgent DTG (Direct-to-Garment) printing is designed for customers who need printed shirts quickly. DTG is one of the fastest methods for full-colour printing because artwork is printed digitally with minimal setup.

If you have a tight deadline for an event, corporate activation, promotional campaign, or urgent need, DTG can often be the most effective choice - depending on garment availability and production capacity.

When Urgent DTG Printing Is Commonly Needed

Urgent DTG orders are commonly placed for:

  • Events and pop-up activations
  • Corporate launches or team shirts
  • Sporting tours and travel groups
  • Last-minute staff uniforms
  • Birthday gifts
  • Memorial and tribute shirts (tight deadlines)
  • Schools and fundraising deadlines
  • Unexpected deadline changes

Why DTG Works Well for Urgent Printing

DTG is ideal for urgent jobs because:

  • No screens are required (unlike screen printing)
  • Full colour is printed in one pass
  • Artwork setup is faster
  • Printing is suited to small–medium runs

For urgent full-colour printing on cotton garments, DTG is one of the fastest and cleanest solutions.

What Impacts Urgent DTG Pricing and Turnaround Time

Urgent DTG printing depends on:

  • Quantity of shirts
  • Print positions (front only vs front + back. Avoid sleeves for urgent printing. Sleeves are printed using DTF and that can delay the printing)
  • Print size (small chest vs large back)
  • Artwork readiness
  • Garment availability and colour. Always check to see the colour of shirts you need are stocked in the print factory warehouse. Do not select garments that are not. These garments are marked as: (Same Day)
  • Pickup is faster vs shipping requirements (can delay you getting the printed shirts in time for very tight timeframes)

 

Urgent orders typically cost more due to priority production scheduling.

✅ Real Urgent DTG Pricing Example (Completed Job)

Example – 20 Shirts (Front + Back, Urgent)

Overview

  • Printing method: DTG
  • Garment: AS Colour Staple Tee
  • Print positions: Front (10cm x 10cm), Back (30cm x 30cm)
  • Turnaround: Urgent
  • Artwork: 2 logos (vector recreation)
  • Shipping: Express courier

 

Cost Breakdown

Item Details
Quantity 20 shirts
Print Cost (2 sides) $48.50 per shirt
Print total (inc GST) $970.00
Vector artwork cost (2 logos)           $66.00
Total cost $1,036.00
Express shipping $51.50

This example is for guidance only and not a fixed price offer.

How to Make Sure Your Urgent Order Isn’t Delayed

To avoid delays, prepare:

  1. Final artwork (high resolution / print-ready)
  2. Garment selection and colour
  3. Print locations (front/back)
  4. Print sizes in cm
  5. Confirm pickup or delivery
  6. Required date and deadline

If you are unsure whether your deadline is possible, request a quote urgently.

Urgent DTG vs Urgent DTF (Which Is Better?)

  • Urgent DTG: Best for premium cotton garments and a soft finish. DTG allows for same day printing.
  • Urgent DTF: Best for mixed garment types and larger transfers across different fabrics. DTF printing normally takes 2 weeks. DTF is faster than screen printing , however doesnt compare to DTG printing as you can select same day prints with DTG.

 

If speed is the priority and your garments are cotton, DTG is often the best choice.

Next Steps

  • 👉 View DTG Printing Prices (2-week turnaround)
  • 👉 Use the DTG Pricing Calculator
  • 👉 Compare DTG vs DTF
  • 👉 Request an urgent quote now
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