Is DTG Printing Good Quality?

Jaime Ghisays
2021-07-31T18:16:19-07:00

Does a DTG printer deliver high-quality products? Learn the benefits of a DTG printing system and if it is right for you.
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Direct to garment printing (DTG) is a faster, more efficient way to create printed shirts and other textiles in bulk. It is an alternative to screen printing, which is the long-standing method for printed apparel. How does the quality of DTG printing compare to screen printing?

The quality of DTG printing depends on a variety of factors from the intricacy of the design to the printing equipment used. Let’s explore the various aspects of DTG printing to help you determine if this is your best option.

DTG Printing Creates Detailed Designs

Many people question whether DTG printing can handle intricate or detailed designs. In fact, DTG printers can handle any type of design, including those with multiple colors and even photographs. A higher DPI (dots per inch) is possible with DTG printing, making it possible to print realistic-looking images.

Fabric Pretreatment Improves Printing Quality

DTG printing quality is improved when the fabric is pretreated. A pretreatment machine can handle this process quickly and seamlessly, preparing your garments for printing so that the image goes on smoothly and accurately. Pretreatment also helps the printed image to last longer through many wears and washes.

Colors Stay Vivid Over Time

DTG printing is just as effective for color images, even those with multi hued colors like photos. The colors have been proven to last when applied with quality printers and ink. Pretreatment also aids in the longevity of printed images. DTG printed images are not only high quality from the start, the quality stands the test of time.

DTG vs Screen Printing

The biggest debate in creating printed garments is between the quality of DTG vs screen printing. Screen printing may be able to create a vibrant, durable design, but the process is much more labor intensive. DTG creates equally colorful, vibrant designs, but the image may not last quite as long. However, DTG printers create garments automatically with no man power required.

Printing Quality Improves with Higher Quality Equipment

An important consideration when it comes to creating printed garments is the quality of your DTG printer. Printer quality directly affects the results. A high tech printer like the DTGTEX X5 can create clear, precise images with a wide range of colors on a variety of garment materials. This machine is also fast and efficient, using two printheads simultaneously.

Benefits of DTG Printing

There are many reasons businesses and organizations are choosing DTG printing for their apparel needs, including:

Speed. Create custom printed t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, shorts, and other garments in a short period of time. Automatic. A DTG printer works automatically, so no one has to work a manual printing press to create custom printed garments. Cost effective. Purchasing a DTG printer and ink can reduce your business costs by allowing you to create your own printed garments rather than ordering through a printing service. Good for photos. If the image you want to print is a photograph, especially a picture of a person, a DTG printer can create a realistic replication of the photo. Create a few garments quickly. When you need a small number of items in a short period of time, DTG printing is the best option. Unlimited color options. DTG printers can print in a virtually limitless range of colors, allowing you to print any design.

Ready to Get Started? Order a High Quality DTG Printer from All Print Heads

Are you ready to start creating custom apparel for your business or organization? The first step is to obtain a quality DTG printer like the DTGTEX X5 available from All Print Heads. Take advantage of our DTG printing bundle that includes DTGTEX Pretreat and the VASTEX LR-X1D-18 for your complete garment printing needs.

Visit All Print Heads today to order or schedule a free demo.