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Is your DTF process feeling more like frustration than magic? A peeling corner or a faded print can ruin a perfect shirt, but the good news is that most failures are preventable. Whether you're dealing with adhesion issues or struggling to get that professional finish, the solution is often simpler than you think.

In this guide, we break down the top 5 mistakes people make with DTF transfers—from skipping the critical pre-press to peeling too early—and provide the exact steps to fix them. Stop wasting garments and start pressing with confidence using our ultimate troubleshooting checklist.

In the world of custom apparel and merchandise, your heat press is the heart of your operation. It’s the final, critical step that turns a printed design into a finished product. But even with the best designs, inconsistent press settings can lead to wasted materials, frustrated customers, and lost profits. Achieving that perfect, vibrant, and durable press every time comes down to a simple formula: the right temperature, time, and pressure.

If you’ve ever dealt with a DTF transfer that peeled off or a custom sublimation transfer that looked faded and blurry, this guide is for you. We’ve created the ultimate cheat sheet for mastering your heat press settings for both DTF and sublimation. Bookmark this page, print it out, and hang it near your press to ensure flawless results every time.