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Custom DTF Printing in Irvine, California

Irvine businesses and organizations choose DTF printing from French Press Custom when they need full-color prints on fabrics that screen printing and DTG can't handle. Polyester polos, nylon jackets, spandex athletic wear - DTF works on all of them with zero dye migration and vibrant color. We're a master-planned city with top employers, UC Irvine, and the Irvine Spectrum, serving Orange County with 4,355+ five-star reviews.

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5 orders delivered to Irvine addresses since 2017, per our invoicing records.

Local to Irvine

Serving Irvine From Right Next Door

Irvine is about 30 minutes south on the 5 and the 405. Between university Greek life and clubs, the corporate teams of the Irvine Business Complex and the Spectrum area, the fitness studios and youth sports around the Great Park, and schools across the city's villages, Irvine concentrates more team-sized apparel demand per square mile than almost anywhere in Orange County.

Qualifying Irvine orders get free local delivery, with pickup a 30-minute drive up the 405.

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DTF Printing

What Is DTF Printing?

Everything you need to know about dtf printing services for Irvine businesses and organizations.

DTF (direct-to-film) printing creates full-color transfers on PET film that are then heat-pressed onto any fabric type. Unlike screen printing or DTG, DTF works on cotton, polyester, nylon, spandex, and every blend in between - with zero dye migration on synthetics. The adhesive layer creates a durable, flexible print with vibrant colors.

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Why French Press Custom

Why Irvine Businesses Choose Us

Serving the Orange County region with premium dtf printing since 2010.

Works on ANY fabric - cotton, polyester, nylon, spandex, blends

Full-color CMYK + white ink with no color limits

Zero dye migration on polyester and synthetics

No pre-treatment required (unlike DTG)

Gang sheets for maximum cost efficiency

Transfers can be stored and pressed on demand

Transparent Pricing

DTF Printing Pricing for Irvine

No hidden fees - here's what to expect. Request a free quote for exact pricing on your project.

Quantity	Per piece (per transfer)
12-49 pieces	$4.50/pc
50-99 pieces	$3.85/pc
100-249 pieces	$3.00/pc
250+ pieces	$2.20/pc

Minimum 12 pieces. Prices are per piece, decoration only. Blank garment is additional and priced from live wholesale catalogs.

One-time setup: $15.00 per print location per order. Unlimited colors, no per-color charge.

Price is per transfer, one print location, standard size. Oversized transfers and extra locations are priced separately.

DTF pricing depends on transfer size and quantity. Gang sheets lower the cost per transfer on multi-design orders. Minimum 12 pieces for production orders.

Prices exclude CA sales tax (10.5%), which applies to the blank garment only.

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Common Questions

DTF Printing FAQ - Irvine

Answers to the most common questions about dtf printing for Irvine businesses and organizations.

Where can I get DTF transfers printed near Irvine?

French Press Custom produces full-color DTF (direct-to-film) transfers at our Santa Fe Springs facility, just 30 minutes from Irvine. We print and apply DTF transfers on cotton, polyester, nylon, and every blend - perfect for Irvine businesses needing mixed-fabric branding.

What's the difference between DTF and screen printing for Irvine orders?

For Irvine orders, both methods have strengths. Screen printing is more cost-effective for large runs (100+ pieces) in 1-3 colors. DTF is better for full-color designs, small quantities, and mixed-fabric orders. DTF works on polyester and nylon where screen printing can struggle. Both are available at our facility 30 minutes from Irvine - we'll recommend the best method for your project.

What is DTF printing?

DTF (direct-to-film) printing creates a full-color transfer on a special film using CMYK + white ink, then applies it to the garment with a heat press. The biggest advantage: DTF works on ANY fabric - cotton, polyester, nylon, spandex, blends, and more. It produces vibrant, full-color prints with excellent durability and no dye migration on dark polyester.

Is DTF printing durable?

DTF transfers are extremely durable. The adhesive powder bonds permanently to the fabric under heat and pressure, creating a flexible print that stretches with the garment without cracking. DTF prints withstand 50+ washes and are resistant to fading. They also have zero dye migration on polyester, which is a common problem with other print methods.

What are the advantages of DTF over DTG?

DTF has three main advantages over DTG: (1) Fabric versatility - DTF works on any fabric including polyester and nylon, while DTG only works on cotton. (2) No pre-treatment - DTG requires pre-treating the garment, DTF doesn't. (3) Consistency - DTF transfers look identical on every fabric and color. DTG still wins for the softest hand feel on cotton and for the most photographic detail.

Can you rush dtf printing in Irvine?

Yes. Rush windows by method: screen printing and embroidery in 3-5 days, DTG and DTF in 2-3 days, heat transfer vinyl in 24-48 hours, quoted per project. Pickup in Santa Fe Springs as soon as the job is done, or local delivery to Irvine. See our rush printing page for details.

Customer Reviews

What Orange County Customers Say

4,355+ five-star reviews and counting. Here's what businesses near Irvine say about our dtf printing.

“Screen printing wasn't an option on poly, and DTG doesn't work on it either. DTF was perfect - vibrant colors, no cracking, and they delivered on time.”

Frank C.

Diamond Bar, CA

“Nobody else could print our gradient logo on nylon. French Press nailed it with DTF - the quality is unreal.”

Brittany H.

Torrance, CA

“Having the same design look perfect on cotton, polyester, AND tri-blend was incredible. Every piece matched exactly.”

Tyler R.

Anaheim, CA

Our Location

Directions from Irvine to French Press Custom

Just 30 minutes (25 miles) from Irvine - free local delivery on qualifying orders.

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DTF Printing Articles & Guides

Helpful resources for Irvine businesses planning dtf printing projects.

DTF Printing Explained: Everything You Need to Know in 2026

What is DTF printing? Learn how Direct-to-Film printing works, its advantages over screen printing and DTG, costs, and when to use it for custom apparel.

Screen Printing vs DTF: Differences and When to Use Each

Screen printing vs DTF side by side: cost, durability, detail and best use cases, so you can pick the right method for your apparel.

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Corporate swag employees actually wear: how companies choose blank t-shirts, how to give employees a merch budget through a company store, how to avoid wasted branded apparel, and how to budget per person.

Serving Irvine

Businesses We Serve in Irvine

About 30 minutes south via the 5 and 405, we serve Irvine's tech and business corridor from the Irvine Business Complex to the Spectrum Center and the research parks near UCI. Student organizations, corporate teams, school spirit wear, and the fitness studios around the Great Park all come to us for premium custom apparel.

Irvine Spectrum Center

Irvine Business Complex

Great Park neighborhoods

University Research Park near UCI

Schools, hospitals, employers and small businesses across Irvine order from us. The Irvine delivery count above comes straight from our invoicing records.

Irvine School Spirit Wear

We print spirit wear for schools, PTAs and booster clubs across Irvine and the Orange County area. Online stores, exact color matching, and built-in fundraising for every program.

Learn about school spirit wear programs

Ready to Get Started?

Get a free quote for your dtf printing project in Irvine. We're just 30 minutes away. No minimums on DTG, 24-piece minimum on screen printing.

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Custom DTF Printing in Irvine, California

Quantity

Per piece (per transfer)

12-49 pieces

$4.50/pc

50-99 pieces

$3.85/pc

100-249 pieces

$3.00/pc

250+ pieces

$2.20/pc

Businesses We Serve in Irvine

Custom DTF Printing in Irvine, California

Serving Irvine From Right Next Door

What Is DTF Printing?

Why Irvine Businesses Choose Us

DTF Printing Pricing for Irvine

DTF Printing FAQ - Irvine

What Orange County Customers Say

Directions from Irvine to French Press Custom

DTF Printing Articles & Guides

DTF Printing Explained: Everything You Need to Know in 2026

Screen Printing vs DTF: Differences and When to Use Each

Corporate Swag Employees Actually Want to Wear: A Buying Guide

Businesses We Serve in Irvine

Irvine School Spirit Wear

DTF Printing Near Irvine

Other Services in Irvine

Ready to Get Started?

Custom DTF Printing in Irvine, California

Serving Irvine From Right Next Door

What Is DTF Printing?

Why Irvine Businesses Choose Us

DTF Printing Pricing for Irvine

DTF Printing FAQ - Irvine

What Orange County Customers Say

Directions from Irvine to French Press Custom

DTF Printing Articles & Guides

DTF Printing Explained: Everything You Need to Know in 2026

Screen Printing vs DTF: Differences and When to Use Each

Corporate Swag Employees Actually Want to Wear: A Buying Guide

Businesses We Serve in Irvine

Irvine School Spirit Wear

DTF Printing Near Irvine

Other Services in Irvine

Ready to Get Started?