DTG Printing
Direct to Garment Ink Into Fabric.
DTG printing jets water-based ink directly into the fabric fibres producing soft, breathable, full Colour prints with photographic detail. No screens, no minimums, no limits on colour or complexity. The closest thing to printing on paper, now on your garment.
Inkjet Printing Technology
Applied Directly to Fabric
DTG Direct to Garment uses a modified inkjet printing system to spray water-based CMYK inks directly onto the surface of the garment. The ink is absorbed into the fabric fibres and cured with heat becoming part of the fabric itself rather than sitting on top of it. The result is a print with photographic colour accuracy, smooth gradients, and an incredibly soft hand feel. DTG requires no screens, no colour limits, and no minimum order making it ideal for custom one-off pieces, sample production, and small-run personalised orders.
Photographic Colour Accuracy
Full CMYK printing with unlimited colours photographic images, gradients, and fine detail reproduced precisely.
Incredibly Soft Hand Feel
Ink absorbs into the fabric fibres the print feels soft and breathable, not plasticky or raised like screen print.
From 1 Piece No MOQ
No screens, no setup cost DTG is as economical to print 1 piece as 100. Perfect for samples and custom orders.
Key Advantages of DTG Printing
DTG is uniquely suited for designs and orders where other print methods fall short here is where it excels.
Photographic Print Quality
Reproduces photographs, realistic illustrations, and complex multi-colour artwork with the same fidelity as printing on paper ; no colour limit, no simplification needed.
Unlimited DetailSoftest Print Hand Feel
Because ink absorbs directly into the fabric fibres rather than sitting on top, DTG produces the softest, most breathable print finish the print feels like part of the garment.
Fabric-Soft FeelNo Setup Instant Production
Your artwork goes directly to the printer no screens, no plates, no colour separation setup. Faster turnaround, no setup cost, and complete flexibility to change designs between pieces.
Zero Setup CostNo Minimum Order Quantity
Print 1 piece or 1,000 the setup cost is the same (zero). DTG is the most economical method for single pieces, samples, personalised orders, and small custom runs.
From 1 PieceEco-Friendly Water-Based Inks
DTG uses water-based, OEKO-TEX compliant inks with low VOC emissionsa significantly more environmentally friendly process than plastisol screen printing or solvent-based methods.
Eco FriendlyPersonalisation Per Piece
Every single piece can have a unique name, number, or design without any additional cost per variation ideal for personalised team kits, custom gifts, and individual name printing.
Per-Piece CustomDTG Printing Is Best For
DTG shines where design complexity, small quantities, or a soft hand feel are the priority.
Photographic Designs
Realistic photos, portraits, and complex illustrations printed with full colour accuracy on cotton garments.
Complex Artwork
Designs with gradients, many colours, and intricate detail that would be costly or impossible to screen print.
Custom One-Off Pieces
Personalised gifts, one-of-a-kind garments, and single-piece custom orders with no minimum cost.
Sample Production
Pre-production samples of new designs before committing to bulk fast, cost-effective, accurate.
Personalised Name Printing
Individual player names or personalised text on each garment ; printed uniquely per piece at no extra setup cost.
Print-on-Demand
E-commerce print-on-demand fulfilment print only what is ordered, when it is ordered.
Eco-Conscious Brands
Brands with sustainability commitments DTG water-based inks are the most eco-friendly print option available.
Premium Cotton Garments
100% ring-spun cotton tees, hoodies, and organic cotton garments where a soft feel is a priority.
DTG vs Other Print Methods
Understand where DTG leads and where other methods may suit your needs better.
| Feature | DTG | Screen Printing | DTF | Sublimation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Fabric | 100% Cotton (best) | Cotton, poly, blends | Any fabric | 100% polyester only |
| Colour Limit | Unlimited | Up to 8+ per screen | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Minimum Order | 1 piece | 100+ pieces | 1+ pieces | 100+ pieces |
| Setup Cost | None | Per screen (fixed) | None | Per design file |
| Hand Feel | Softest fabric-like | Slightly raised | Smooth, slight raise | None part of fabric |
| Dark Fabric | ✓ Yes (white base) | ✓ Yes (white base) | ✓ Yes (white base) | ✗ Light only |
| Wash Durability | Good (30–50 washes) | Excellent (100+) | Very Good (50+) | Excellent (100+) |
| Eco-Friendliness | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent | ⭐⭐⭐ Moderate | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good |
Our DTG Printing Process
From your artwork file to a soft, vibrant, full-colour printed garment a precise, quality-controlled 5-stage process.
Artwork Preparation & Colour Profiling
Your design is colour-profiled specifically for DTG output converting to the correct colour space, checking resolution (minimum 300 DPI), and configuring the white base layer for dark-fabric printing.
- 300 DPI minimum resolution confirmed
- Colour profile converted for DTG output
- White base layer configured for dark fabrics
Garment Pre-Treatment
For dark or coloured fabrics, garments are pre-treated with a liquid pre-treatment solution preparing the cotton fibres to accept the white ink base and ensuring it bonds correctly and cures to a smooth, even surface.
- Pre-treatment applied evenly across print area
- Garment heat-pressed to activate pre-treatment
- Required for dark fabrics skipped on white or light garments
DTG Printing
The garment is loaded flat onto the DTG printer platen and the design is printed directly white ink base first (for dark fabrics), followed immediately by the full CMYK colour layer. The printer jets thousands of micro-droplets of water-based ink into the fabric fibres with precision.
- White base layer printed first (dark fabrics)
- CMYK colour layer printed on top
- High-resolution inkjet head photographic quality output
Heat Curing
The printed garment passes through a conveyor dryer or heat tunnel curing the water-based inks at the precise temperature required to bond them permanently to the fabric fibres. Proper curing is critical to achieving maximum wash durability.
- Conveyor dryer or heat press curing
- Precise temperature and dwell time controlled
- Ink permanently bonded to fabric fibres
Quality Inspection & Finishing
Every DTG-printed garment is inspected for colour accuracy, print sharpness, coverage consistency, and hand feel before packing. Any piece that does not meet our standards is reprinted before dispatch.
- Colour accuracy vs. approved design checked
- Print edge sharpness and coverage inspected
- Passed pieces folded, packed, and dispatched
How to Care for DTG Prints
DTG prints are durable when cared for correctly. Share these guidelines with your customers to maximise print longevity.
Wash Inside-Out
Always turn the garment inside-out before washing protects the print from abrasion against other garments.
Cold Wash Only
Machine wash in cold water (30°C max) on a gentle cycle ; hot water accelerates ink breakdown and fading.
No High-Heat Tumble Dry
Air dry or tumble dry on low heat only high dryer temperatures can cause ink to crack or lift.
Do Not Iron the Print
Never iron directly on the DTG print iron inside-out or use a pressing cloth if pressing is needed.
Mild Detergent Only
Use a mild, colour-safe detergent without bleach or fabric softener — harsh chemicals break down the ink bond.
Air Dry Preferred
Air drying flat or hanging is the gentlest method extends print life significantly vs. machine drying.
No Dry Cleaning
Dry cleaning solvents are incompatible with water-based DTG inks always wet wash only.
First Wash Inside-Out Alone
For the very first wash, wash inside-out alone this sets the ink and removes any residual pre-treatment solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our DTG printing service.
Photographic Detail.
Softest Feel. Zero Minimum.
DTG printing brings your most complex designs to life on cotton from 1 piece to bulk runs. Send us your artwork and we will quote within 24 hours. Worldwide delivery from Sialkot, Pakistan.