Are you considering ordering DTF gang sheets?
The Smarter Way of DTF Printing | More for Less
When I first started printing custom apparel, I was always looking for a faster, cheaper way to print more designs at once without sacrificing quality. Juggling multiple small orders was inefficient and costly. That’s exactly why we created our gang sheet builder—to make DTF printing simple, affordable, and high-quality for everyone from growing brands to DIY hobbyists.
By printing multiple designs on a single sheet, you can dramatically cut costs and save precious time. This method allows creators and print shops to maximize every inch of their transfer film. Combine that efficiency with our award-winning quality, no minimum orders, and fast shipping, and you have a powerful tool to grow your business.
What Are DTF Gang Sheets?
A DTF gang sheet is a large transfer sheet that contains multiple different designs arranged together. Instead of printing each design individually, you “gang” them up to print simultaneously. This process is a game-changer for Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing, allowing for incredible efficiency.
The main difference between a single design transfer and a custom DTF gang sheet is volume and variety. A single transfer is just that—one image on one sheet. A gang sheet, however, lets you fill a sheet of a desired size with as many images as you can fit. You can upload multiple images, including logos, text, and complex graphics, all onto one transfer sheet. For the best results, you should use high-resolution file types like PNG or vector files.
Why Use a Custom Gang Sheet?
The primary benefit of using a custom gang sheet is cost savings. By printing multiple designs at once, the cost per design drops significantly, giving you access to wholesale prices even on smaller batches. It also reduces material waste, as you utilize the entire surface area of the transfer film. This efficiency translates to a faster turnaround, helping you get products to your customers sooner.
Small businesses, DIY crafters, and established print shops all benefit from this approach. For small businesses, it means producing a variety of designs without a large upfront investment. For crafters, it’s a way to print multiple project ideas at once. For larger print shops, it streamlines production for orders with multiple graphics. With no setup fees, same-day shipping on orders placed by noon EST, and a simple application process, using your own gang sheet is one of the smartest moves you can make for your brand.
How Our Gang Sheet Builder Makes It Easy
We designed our gang sheet builder to be powerful yet incredibly easy to use. You don’t need any special design software to create your own sheet. The process is straightforward and takes just a few minutes.
Here’s how it works:
- Choose Your Sheet Size: Select the length of the gang sheet you need.
- Upload Your Images: Upload multiple high-resolution PNG files with transparent backgrounds.
- Arrange Your Designs: Drag, drop, resize, and rotate your images to fit them perfectly on the sheet. Our tool helps you see exactly how it will print.
- Preview and Checkout: Once you’re happy with the layout, you can preview the final arrangement and proceed to checkout.
Our builder ensures your images maintain their fine detail and print quality. It’s designed to give you full control over your DTF printing projects, so you can create with confidence.
Tips for the Best Print Quality
Your finished product is only as good as the files you start with. To ensure the best print quality for your DTF transfers, follow these simple tips:
- Use High-Resolution Images: Always upload high-resolution files (300 DPI is recommended). Low-quality uploads will result in blurry or pixelated prints. Vector files are also excellent for ensuring sharp lines and fine detail.
- Ensure Transparent Backgrounds: For standalone graphics, make sure your PNG files have a transparent background. Otherwise, you’ll end up with a solid colored box around your design.
- Check Color Accuracy: We use advanced CMYK+W printing technology to produce vibrant, full-color designs. However, it’s always a good idea to ensure your files are saved in a CMYK color profile for the most accurate results.
- Follow Pressing Instructions: For a perfect application, use a quality heat press. Follow our recommended heat press settings for different materials and always use parchment paper over the transfer to protect your garment and the press.
DTF vs. Traditional Printing Methods
DTF transfers have quickly become a favorite in the custom apparel world, and for good reason. When compared to traditional methods like screen printing, vinyl, and sublimation, DTF offers several key advantages.
Unlike screen printing, DTF requires no complex screen setup, making it ideal for small runs and multi-color designs. Compared to heat transfer vinyl (HTV), DTF is faster for complex images and provides a much softer feel. While sublimation is limited to polyester fabrics, DTF transfers can be applied to almost any material, including cotton, polyester blends, leather, canvas, and even wood. This versatility opens up a world of creative possibilities for your finished product.
Quick Ordering & Fast Shipping
We’ve streamlined our ordering process to be as fast and simple as possible. From your computer to our printer, it only takes a few steps. Simply upload your designs, build your sheet, preview your order, and head to checkout. Our team handles the rest.
We pride ourselves on our rapid turnaround time. Orders placed by noon EST are typically shipped the same day. Plus, we offer free UPS Ground shipping on all orders over $50, adding even more value. Our goal is to be a reliable partner for your business, providing the quality products you need, right when you need them. We even have a loyalty program to reward our repeat customers, because we believe in growing together.
Start Creating Your Own Custom DTF Gang Sheet
Ready to take your custom printing to the next level? Stop wasting time and money on single prints and start maximizing your efficiency. See for yourself how easy it is to create professional-level designs at a fraction of the cost.
Upload your designs, build your own DTF gang sheet, and we’ll handle the rest—with same-day shipping and award-winning quality you can count on.
