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A heat press bonds a design to a shirt using heat, time and pressure. It gives cleaner, more durable results than an iron and works with heat-transfer vinyl, DTF transfers, sublimation and plastisol transfers.
Here is how to make a shirt with a heat press, including the settings that matter most.
| Material | Temp | Time | Peel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat-transfer vinyl (HTV) | ~305°F | 10–15 sec | Warm/cold (per vinyl) |
| DTF transfer | ~300–320°F | 10–15 sec | Cold |
| Sublimation (poly) | ~385–400°F | 45–60 sec | Warm |
| Plastisol transfer | ~350°F | 6–10 sec | Hot/cold (per transfer) |
1. Pre-press the blank shirt for 3–5 seconds to remove moisture and wrinkles.
2. Position your transfer or vinyl design where you want it (use a ruler for centering).
3. Press at the correct temperature, time and firm pressure. Use a cover sheet if your material needs one.
4. Peel hot or cold as the material requires, then re-press a few seconds to set. Always test one shirt first.
It depends on the material: heat-transfer vinyl around 305°F, DTF around 300–320°F, and sublimation around 385–400°F. Always follow the instructions for your specific transfer.
Typically 10–15 seconds for HTV and DTF, and 45–60 seconds for sublimation. Firm, even pressure matters as much as time.
An iron works for small iron-on and HTV projects, but a heat press gives more even heat and pressure for durable, professional results.
HTV and DTF work on both; sublimation requires polyester. Use the correct temperature so you do not scorch the fabric.
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