DTF transfer size guide - Find your perfect fit for custom apparel
Do you want to create custom apparel with vibrant and long-lasting DTF transfers? Remember that achieving a professional and appealing result highly depends on the print size. All types of garments, ranging from t-shirts to hoodies, will be considered in this guide, which acts as a comprehensive manual towards perfect design alignment.
DTF Print Size Chart: Recommendations for Your Custom Designs
Our recommended DTF print size chart is listed below. This chart presents a suggested measurement per garment size. You can adjust these recommendations based on your unique design and desired visual impact.
Unisex T-Shirts
| Shirt Size | Standard Width | Suggested Design Width |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 18 inches | 9.5 - 10.5 inches |
| Medium | 20 inches | 10 - 11 inches |
| Large | 22 inches | 10.5 - 11.5 inches |
| X-Large | 24 inches | 11 - 12 inches |
| 2X-Large | 26 inches | 12.5 - 13.5 inches |
| 3X-Large | 28 inches | 13 - 14 inches |
| 4X-Large | 30 inches | 13.5 - 14.5 inches |
Youth/Kids
| Shirt Size | Standard Width | Suggested Design Width |
|---|---|---|
| X-Small | 16 inches | 8.5 - 9 inches |
| Small | 17 inches | 9 - 9.5 inches |
| Medium | 18 inches | 9.5 - 10 inches |
| Large | 19 inches | 10 - 10.5 inches |
| X-Large | 20 inches | 10.5 - 11 inches |
Recommended DTF Print Size for T-Shirts
DTF printing and custom clothing would not be the same without t-shirts. Their unparalleled popularity speaks of this. Every aspect, from eye-catching chest graphics and logos to vast back prints and full t-shirt designs, will benefit from the right size. This section aims at balancing aesthetic proportions of an appeal across all t-shirt sizes.
Full Front
Size:
12" width
14" height
Front Chest
Size:
12" width
8" height
Left Chest
Size:
4" width
4" height
Short Sleeve
Size:
3.5" width
3.5" height
Long Sleeve
Size:
3.5" width
15" height
Wrist
Size:
2" width
2" height
Full Back
Size:
12" width
14" height
Upper Back
Size:
12" width
8" height
Back Collar
Size:
3" width
3" height
Recommended DTF Print Size for Polos, Tank Tops & Sweatpants
Polo shirts are cousins of t-shirts and have basic similarities, but tank tops and sweatpants do not. This section addresses sizing issues relating to logos on sweatshirts and polos as well as large portrayals on windbreakers and tank tops.
Left Chest
Size:
4" width
4" height
Sleeve
Size:
3.5" width
3.5" height
Back Neckline
Size:
2.5" width
2.5" height
Full Chest
Size:
11" width
14" height
Left Chest
Size:
3.5" width
3.5" height
Full Back
Size:
11" width
16" height
Front Hip
Size:
3" width
3" height
Full Leg
Size:
4" width
20" height
Back Pocket
Size:
3" width
3" height
Recommended DTF Print Size for Hoodies
Hoodies serve as a wonderful surface area for bold DTF prints, but the hood and pockets can affect the optimal print dimensions and placement. In this section, we aim to assist you in determining the best proportions for your design to ensure it translates well on a hoodie, be it worn casually or as a statement piece.
Full Front
Size:
12" width
11" height
Front Chest
Size:
12" width
8" height
Left Chest
Size:
4" width
4" height
Sleeve
Size:
3.5" width
15" height
Wrist
Size:
2.5" width
2.5" height
Full Back
Size:
12" width
16" height
Recommended DTF Print Size for Hats
Unlike other apparel, hats have a specific difficulty owing to the rounded shape and restricted print areas. Pasting logos on baseball caps, designs on beanies or even writing texts on trucker hats all come with considerable size limitations. In this section, we provide common measurements for various hat styles to help aid the sizing of your DTF transfers.
Baseball Cap: Front
Size:
4" width
1.75" height
Baseball Cap: Back
Size:
2" width
1" height
Fitted Hat: Front
Size:
4" width
1.75" height
Fitted Hat: Back
Size:
2" width
1" height
Trucker Hat: Front
Size:
6.25" width
2.5" height
Bucket Hat: Front
Size:
5" width
2" height
Beanie: Front
Size:
5" width
1.75" height
Visor: Front
Size:
4" width
1" height
UV DTF Sticker Size Guide: Recommendations for Your Products
You can customize various solid products with our UV DTF stickers, which work great for adding flair. Unlike fabric printing, with UV DTF stickers, the size will completely depend on the item you want to personalize. Below are some basic guidelines to help you scale your designs for mugs, bottles, promotional goods and others.
Full Wrap Designs
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