Bold and consistent
Screen-printed transfers
Best to discuss for clean shapes, solid colours and designs with up to five colours, particularly for coordinated group orders.
SVP Southend · Printing guides
How heat transfers work
A design is printed onto a carrier, then applied to a suitable garment or accessory using controlled heat and pressure. It’s a flexible way to bring group artwork to life—from a simple club mark to a colourful event design.
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The essentials
From design to finished garment
Unlike printing directly onto the fabric, a heat transfer is prepared first and then pressed into place. We check the artwork, garment fabric and intended position before recommending a method.
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Share your idea
Tell us what you’re printing, how many pieces you need and where the design should sit.
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Check the artwork
We review clarity, colours and approximate print size, then confirm what works for the material.
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Prepare the transfer
The design is produced on a carrier ready to be applied to the approved garment.
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Press and finish
Heat and pressure bond the design to the fabric. We check the finish before the order is ready.
Finding the right look
Three ways to bring a design to life
The examples below show the kinds of artwork each method can suit. They are illustrative images, not finished SVP work or a guarantee of the exact finish.
Colour and nuance
Full-colour transfers
A useful option for multiple colours, gradients and designs with photographic or fine tonal detail.
Flexible detail
DTF transfers
A versatile route for intricate designs and smaller runs. Suitability still depends on the fabric and print position.
Not sure? Choose “Help me choose” in the quote form. We can also discuss specialist sublimated garments by enquiry.
Have a design or just an idea? Tell us what you need and we’ll advise on a suitable method.
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A few details help us advise you
Let us know the garment type and material if you know it, the number of items, the size and position of the print, and when you need the order. You can supply your own suitable garments or ask us to include them in the quote.
Ready when you are
Tell us about your print project
Have artwork ready, or need a little help? Send the details you know. We will send an initial response within two working days, excluding weekends and bank holidays. A tailored quote may take longer depending on your requirements.