Iron-On DTF Transfers at Home – or Let Us Do the Hard Work!

At Soar Valley Press, we love making it easy for businesses, clubs, schools and creators to get their brand out into the world - whether that’s through a slick embroidered hoodie or a custom t-shirt you press on the kitchen table.

If you’ve never come across DTF (Direct to Film) transfers before, they’re a fantastic way to get vibrant, full-colour designs onto garments without the need for large-scale screen printing or expensive setup costs. They’re durable, flexible, and - here’s the best bit - you can even apply them yourself at home with nothing more than a household iron.

Yes, really.

So whether you’re a small business owner, a side hustler making your own merch, or someone who just wants a one-off personalised tee - here’s how it works.

What Is a DTF Transfer?

DTF stands for Direct to Film. It’s a relatively new printing technique that’s revolutionised custom garment decoration.

We print your design in-house onto a special film using our specialist DTF printer and inks.

Then, you can either:

• Apply it yourself using a domestic iron or heat press, or

• Let us do it for you, applied directly to premium workwear like t-shirts, polos, hoodies and more.

Once applied, the finish is soft to the touch, vibrant in colour, and – most importantly – built to last.

How to Apply Your DTF Transfer at Home

No fancy kit needed – just a standard household iron (steam turned off), baking paper, and a bit of elbow grease.

You’ll need:

• Your DTF transfer (we’ll send it to you ready to apply)

• A clean garment (cotton or poly-cotton works best)

• A household iron

• Baking paper or a Teflon sheet

• A firm surface – kitchen table is better than an ironing board

  
  

Step-by-step:

1️⃣ Preheat your iron to a high, dry setting (Cotton). No steam.

2️⃣ Position the transfer on your garment, design facing up.

3️⃣ Cover with baking paper or a Teflon sheet.

4️⃣ Press firmly in sections, 10–15 seconds at a time, until the whole design has been covered (around 30–40 seconds in total).

5️⃣ Let it cool completely, then peel the film.

6️⃣ Optional final press to seal the design – another 10–15 seconds.

🎯 That’s it – a professional finish from your own kitchen!

 Click here for the full printable guide (We can provide this as a printed insert with your order too.)

Or Let Us Do It for You…

Prefer a more “done-for-you” option?

We offer DTF-applied workwear, with no minimum order and fast turnaround. Ideal for:

• Branded uniforms

• Staff t-shirts and polos

• One-off event gear

• Creative or club apparel

• Hospitality and retail teams

And if you’re after something even more polished — we also offer embroidered workwear for that timeless stitched finish.

Whether you’re after a vibrant printed design or a classic embroidered logo, we’ve got you covered.

Why Choose Soar Valley Press?

We’re not just a print company — we’re your local creative partner. Our in-house team handles every step: from artwork setup and garment supply to embroidery and DTF printing. We’ve invested in the right kit to produce professional-quality results without the faff.

✅ No minimum orders

✅ In-house production for quality and speed

✅ Friendly advice from real humans (we love a good chat)

✅ Eco-conscious options available

✅ Showroom available to browse samples and materials

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you want to try your hand at applying your own DTF transfers at home – or you’d prefer to hand the job over to the experts – we’re here to help.

Get in touch today for:

• A quote on custom workwear

• Help preparing your artwork

• Or just a chat about what’s possible!

📞 0116 259 9955

📧 orders@soarvalleypress.co.uk

🌐 www.soarvalleypress.co.uk/workwear

P.S. Don’t forget, if you’ve used one of our iron-on DTF transfers at home, we’d love to see the result. Tag us on Instagram or drop us a photo. We’ll be the ones clapping behind the screen.