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Printing Methods

Precision printing methods built for business.

Screen printing and digital printing — both managed in-house with industry-leading quality and speed. We'll recommend the right method for your order so you get the best result every time.

  • 4Print methods
  • 7–14Day lead time
  • 2 Working DaysExpress available
Why Method Matters

The right method makes your brand look better.

Not every print job is the same. A 500-piece staff uniform run has different requirements to a 20-piece event tee. We'll guide you to the method that delivers the best result for your quantity, design complexity, garment type, and budget — every time. No upselling, no guesswork.

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Direct to Film (DTF)

Our own factories · Flagship method

DTF printing transfers vibrant, full-colour designs directly onto virtually any fabric using a heat-applied film. It delivers outstanding wash durability, razor-sharp colour accuracy, and works on light or dark garments without restriction. Our preferred method for bulk corporate orders.

  • Works on any fabric — cotton, polyester, blends, dark colours
  • Full colour prints with no colour count limits
  • Exceptional wash durability — print outlasts the garment
  • No minimum order quantity
  • Fastest turnaround of all our methods
  • Ideal for complex logos, gradients, and photographic designs
  1. 1. File prepArtwork optimised for film output
  2. 2. Film printDesign printed onto specialist transfer film
  3. 3. Powder coatHot-melt adhesive applied for bonding
  4. 4. Heat pressFilm transferred onto garment under heat

Strengths

  • Any colour, any fabric
  • No setup cost
  • Fast production
  • Excellent durability

Considerations

  • Slight texture on thick prints
  • Not suited to all-over coverage
02 ◈

Screen Printing

Via specialist partners · Classic craft method

Screen printing forces ink through a mesh stencil directly onto the garment. The result is bold, saturated colour with a tactile print quality that feels premium and lasts exceptionally well. The go-to for large uniform runs where cost-per-unit and vibrancy matter most.

  • Richest ink saturation — colours pop like no other method
  • Most cost-effective per unit at volume (20+ pieces)
  • Thick, tactile ink finish with a premium hand-feel
  • Exceptional durability — survives hundreds of washes
  • Perfect for bold, limited-colour corporate logos
  • Works best on light and mid-tone garments
  1. 1. Screen setupStencil burned for each colour layer
  2. 2. Ink mixingPantone-matched inks mixed to spec
  3. 3. Print runInk pulled across screen onto garment
  4. 4. Flash cureInk heat-cured for permanent bond

Strengths

  • Best cost at volume
  • Superior vibrancy
  • Long-lasting finish
  • Pantone colour matching

Considerations

  • 20+ unit minimum
  • Setup cost per colour
  • Limited colour count
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Direct to Garment (DTG)

Via specialist partners · Short-run specialist

DTG uses inkjet technology to print directly onto fabric, making it ideal for small quantities with full-colour, highly detailed artwork. No screens, no films, no setup costs — perfect for one-off pieces, complex photography-style prints, or test runs before committing to volume.

  • No minimum order — print as few as 1 piece
  • Unlimited colours and photographic-quality detail
  • No setup cost — economical for small runs
  • Fastest method for single items and samples
  • Ideal for complex gradients and photographic prints
  • Best on 100% cotton garments
  1. 1. Pre-treatGarment treated for ink adhesion
  2. 2. File prepArtwork optimised for direct print
  3. 3. Inkjet printWater-based inks applied directly
  4. 4. Heat cureCured in tunnel dryer to set inks

Strengths

  • No minimum order
  • Full colour, fine detail
  • No setup cost
  • Fast for samples

Considerations

  • Best on 100% cotton
  • Higher cost per unit at scale
  • Softer feel vs screen print
04 ✦

Embroidery

Via specialist partners · Premium finish

Embroidery stitches your logo or design directly into the fabric using thread, creating a raised, textured finish that conveys quality and professionalism. The premium choice for corporate polo shirts, caps, workwear and anything where durability and prestige matter.

  • Raised, textured finish that reads as high-end
  • Outlasts every other printing method
  • Perfect for polo shirts, caps, jackets, and workwear
  • Works on virtually any fabric weight
  • Professional appearance that elevates any uniform
  • Ideal for logos, badges, and monograms
  1. 1. DigitiseArtwork converted to stitch file
  2. 2. SampleTest stitch run for approval
  3. 3. Hoop & runGarment hooped, design stitched
  4. 4. Trim & QCThreads trimmed, quality checked

Strengths

  • Most durable method
  • Premium appearance
  • Any garment weight
  • Thread colour matching

Considerations

  • Not suited to fine detail
  • Higher cost per piece
  • Longer lead time
05 ◻

Print on Your Own Garment

Already have the garment you want? No problem — bring us your blanks and we'll handle the rest. Whether it's a premium fabric from your own supplier or a specific style we don't stock, we can apply DTF, screen printing, DTG, or embroidery directly onto what you supply. Drop us a message before you come in to confirm garment compatibility.

  • BYO garment
  • All methods
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Method comparison

MethodDTF PrintingScreen PrintingDTG PrintingEmbroidery
Quantity sweet spotAny quantity200+ pieces25–50 pieces100–250 pieces
Colour countUnlimited1–4 coloursUnlimitedUp to 8 thread colours
Wash durability★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆☆★★★★★
Standard lead time3–10 working days10–21 working days10–21 working days10–21 working days
Minimum order1 piece200 pieces200 pieces100 pieces
Setup costNonePer colour screenNoneDigitising fee
Best forBulk corporate, uniforms, full-colourBold logos, large runsSamples, small runs, photographyPolos, caps, premium workwear
Fabric compatibilityAll fabricsCotton & blendsBest on 100% cottonAll fabrics

* The above information is applicable to Print House and our specialist partners, and is not intended as a general reference for these print methods in general.

Why Print House

Why Print House methods win for your team

⚙ In-house quality control

Every order — regardless of method — is managed and quality-checked by our team before it leaves. We own the standard, not a third party.

⏱ Fast Hong Kong turnaround

Standard lead time of 3–10 working days. Express 2-working-day turnaround available for urgent corporate orders. We respect your deadlines.

◎ Logo accuracy guarantee

We send a digital proof for approval on every order, with specific logo dimensions that we will follow — no surprises. We are happy to make recommendations on logo sizes if you are unsure.

✿ Eco-conscious inks

Our DTF and DTG processes use water-based, OEKO-TEX certified inks — safe for prolonged skin contact and better for the environment.

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Not sure which method is right for your project?

Tell us about your order — quantity, design, garment type, and deadline — and we'll recommend the best method and get you a full quote within 24 hours.

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