Monthly Archives: February 2024

Film and Finishes

Hot Peel or Cold Peel? How Modern DTF Film Gives You Both

Posted on 23/02/202405/10/2026 by David Seth

23
Feb

Hot peel and cold peel are when you lift the carrier, not two different films you have to buy. On our Hot Insta Peel, cotton and most fabrics peel the moment the press opens: 160°C, 8 seconds, firm. Polyester is a cold peel: 120°C for 30 seconds, firm, then a 10-second second press at 120°C. Specialty finishes always peel cold. A household iron is only for iron-on film.

Continue reading →

Posted in Film and Finishes

About DTF Transfers Australia

Based in Brisbane (Coorparoo), DTF Transfers Australia supplies ready-to-press DTF transfers for decorators and makers across Australia — gang sheets, cut sheets, specialty finishes and Iron-On DTF.

About Our Authors

David Seth
David Seth started screen printing T-shirts as a hobby before moving into commercial printing around 2005. He opened The Custom T Shirt Shop in August 2010 and later grew the brand into T Shirts Australia, alongside DTF Transfers Australia. With more than 21 years in apparel decoration, he keeps a close eye on new print technology and writes practical guides grounded in day-to-day workshop experience.

Amanda Cook
Amanda Cook focuses on the website, customer service, and design — helping customers work out what they need from custom T-shirts and DTF transfers. Newer to the apparel printing industry, she brings practical knowledge from earlier roles and a clear eye for how people actually order, choose artwork, and get support.

Fredrick Seth
Fredrick Seth works on the production side of the T-shirt and DTF business — how to produce the best quality prints available day to day. He focuses on equipment and engineering changes, plus new print technology that can expand and improve what customers get from custom T-shirts, apparel, and DTF transfers.

Dave Warham
Dave Warham is the team’s technical specialist for web and online work. He advises on the website and broader online presence, and is a valuable voice when it comes to practical guidance for T-shirt and DTF websites.

Login