Step by Step Instructions
Instructions, temperature and time guides, tips, and tricks to help you apply your U-Press transfer sheets.
Easy DTF Application Process
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Place your garment
Place your garment on the heat press and ensure that there are no wrinkles
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Press to preheat
With your press set to the correct temperature and pressure, press the garment for 5 seconds.
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Place transfer sheet
Place the transfer sheet on the garment, ensuring that it is properly centered and oriented.
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Press the transfer
Pressure should be Medium/Heavy.
Cotton: 305-325°F for 10-20 seconds
Polyester: 275-285°F for 5-10 seconds
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Peel the transfer sheet
Our transfers can be peeled HOT or COLD. Hot peel must be done fast and with not hesitation, like ripping off a bandage. Cold peel by letting transfer cool and gently peeling. If there is any pull up, let it cool and try a different angle.
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Cover with parchment
Place parchment paper or top sheet onto the garment, fully covering the design.
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Press the design
Press the design for five seconds or more at the correct temperature and pressure.
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Voila!
Your design is now on the garment. That sure was easy!

How to get the most out of your U-Press DTF transfer sheets
- If the transfer fails to adhere to the garment, feel free to re-press it. Additional re-presses will not harm the transfer.
- If applying to a 50/50 blend, use the instructions for Polyester instead of Cotton, as the temperature is lower and will prevent scorching.
- For better washability, increase finishing time, temperature, and pressure.
- Avoid placing transfer near seams, collars, or pockets due to the uneven pressure created in these areas. A heat pillow can be placed under the substrate to mitigate this.
- Always preheat polyester and nylon for 10 seconds before pressing to avoid shrinkage and promote adhesion.
- Always place the transfer media in the center of the heat press.
- Select a less-stretchy fabric (not Lycra or Spandex) to prevent design from cracking when stretching fabric.
Sublimation Application
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Step 1
Preheat your heat press (standard settings below)
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Step 2
Prepare your substrate: make sure the fabric or item is lint-free and clean.
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Step 3
Align your transfer face down on the item. Tape it in place if needed to prevent shifting.
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Step 4
Cover with blowout paper to avoid ink transfer onto the press.

General Heat Press Settings
Item | Temp | Time | Pressure
Polyester Shirts | 385–400°F | 45–60 sec | Medium
Sublimation Mugs | 375–400°F | 180 sec | Medium
Metal or Hardboard Blanks | 400°F | 60 sec | Medium