Ironing Instructions

Your DTF transfer is a full-color design printed on a special film. A heat press gives the most reliable result, but a household iron can work too. Follow these steps for a design that looks great and lasts.

Before you start

• Use a garment that is cotton, polyester or a blend. Avoid nylon, waterproof, and heavily textured fabrics.
• Wash and dry the garment first without fabric softener, so it is clean and shrinking is done.
• Work on a firm, flat, heat-safe surface. A table with a folded towel works. Do not use an ironing board, which is too soft.
• Leave the transfer on its backing sheet until you are ready to press.

Heat press (best results)

1. Set the press to 300–325°F (150–165°C) with medium to firm pressure.
2. Press the garment for 3–5 seconds to flatten it and remove moisture.
3. Place the transfer design side down (the shiny film side up) where you want it. Check that it is straight and centered.
4. Cover with a sheet of parchment paper or a Teflon sheet and press for 10–15 seconds.
5. Let the transfer cool completely, then peel the film away slowly in one smooth motion, starting from a corner. If any part lifts with the film, lay the film back down and press for 5 more seconds, then let it cool and try again.
6. Cover the design with parchment paper and press once more for 5–10 seconds to lock it in.

Household iron

1. Set the iron to the cotton setting with the steam turned off. Let it heat fully.
2. Iron the garment for a few seconds to flatten it and remove moisture.
3. Place the transfer design side down on the garment and cover it with parchment paper or a thin cotton cloth.
4. Press down firmly with the whole iron for 15–20 seconds, using your body weight. Do not slide the iron back and forth. For a large design, press one section at a time and overlap the sections slightly.
5. Let it cool completely before you peel the film off. Peel slowly from a corner. If a spot did not stick, lay the film back down and press that spot again.
6. Cover the design with parchment paper and press for 10 seconds to finish it.

Caring for your finished item

• Wait 24 hours before the first wash.
• Wash inside out in cold or warm water on a gentle cycle. Do not use bleach.
• Tumble dry on low, or hang to dry. High heat can wear the design faster.
• Do not iron directly on the design. If you need to iron the garment, turn it inside out.
• Do not dry clean.

Troubleshooting

• The edges lift or peel: the transfer needed more heat, pressure or time. Cover it and press again for 10–15 seconds.
• The design looks shiny or flat: that is normal from the film. A final press with parchment paper gives a softer, matte finish.
• The transfer will not release from the film: it was probably peeled while still warm. Let it cool all the way, then peel.
• Scorch marks or shiny fabric: the heat was too high or no cover sheet was used. Always press through parchment paper.

Still stuck? Email info@wear-it-loud.com with your order number and a photo and we will help. Not sure what size to order? See our Transfer Sizes guide.