At AllDayShirts.com, we understand the importance of selecting the right material for your specific decoration method. While we are a distributor of blank apparel and accessories, we've gathered some recommendations to help you choose the best product for your needs. Please note that these are general guidelines, and individual results may vary depending on the equipment and techniques used. If you don’t find the specific information you're looking for, be sure to visit our homepage or contact us directly.
DECORATION METHODS
Here are some popular decoration techniques and the fabrics they are best suited for:
1. Direct to Film (DTF) Transfers
- Best For: Versatile across various fabric types
- Recommended Fabrics: 100% Cotton, Cotton/Poly blends, Performance Polyester
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Popular Styles:
- Gildan G500 (100% Cotton)
- Gildan G185 (50/50 Cotton/Poly)
- Bella + Canvas 3001C (Cotton/Poly Blend)
- We sell our own DTF Transfers here -> https://www.alldayshirts.com/dtf.html
2. Sublimation
- Best For: 100% Polyester fabrics/Ceramics
- Recommended Fabrics: High-performance polyester fabrics
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Popular Styles:
- Jerzees 21M (100% Polyester)
- A4 N3142/N3402 (100% Polyester Performance Shirt)
- 21108-8 - Ceramic mugs
- 81003 - Ceramic Ornament
3. Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) / Heat Press
- Best For: Cotton, Polyester, and Blends
- Recommended Fabrics: 100% Cotton, 50/50 Blends, and Polyester
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Popular Styles:
- Gildan G640 (100% Cotton)
- Jerzees 562 (50/50 Blend)
- A4 N3402 (100% Polyester)
- We even sell our own HTV Vinyl -> https://www.alldayshirts.com/htvvinyl.html
4. Direct-to-Garment (DTG) Printing
- Best For: High-quality results on 100% Cotton
- Recommended Fabrics: Primarily 100% Cotton
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Popular Styles:
- Next Level 3600 (100% Cotton)
- Bella + Canvas 3001C (Cotton/Poly Blend)
5. Screen Printing
- Best For: Various fabric types; ideal for large orders
- Recommended Fabrics: 100% Cotton, Cotton/Poly Blends
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Popular Styles:
- Shaka Wear SHMHSS (100% Cotton)
- Gildan G185 (50/50 Blend)
- Gildan G180 (50/50 Blend)