Pressing Instructions

A commercial heat press is required for screen print transfers. We do not recommend the Cricut easy press, it does not produce enough pressure for transfers to adhere properly. You should always check the temperature of your press with an infrared thermometer before you begin pressing. It is common for heat presses to run hotter or colder than the digital temperature actually shows on your press. In this case, you may need to adjust your temperature to make the proper accommodations.
  

Single Color Screen Prints

Pre-press garment to remove moisture.

Temp: 325-350 degrees Fahrenheit

Pressure: heavy (this is the most important piece, if it’s not sticking, you need more pressure!)

Time: 10-20 seconds

Peel: Always peel HOT Do not cover with anything (Teflon).

If you need to repress, we recommend protecting the print with parchment paper or teflon.

 

Clear Film Screen Prints

Pre-press garment to remove moisture.

Temp: 325-350 degrees Fahrenheit

Pressure: heavy (this is the most important piece, if it’s not sticking, you need more pressure!)

Time: 10-20 seconds

Peel: Always peel HOT Do not cover with anything (Teflon).

If you need to repress, we recommend protecting the print with parchment paper or teflon.

 

Puff Screen Prints

Pre-press garment to remove moisture.

Temp: 350 degrees Fahrenheit

Pressure: heavy (this is the most important piece, if it’s not sticking, you need more pressure!)

Time: 7 seconds

Peel: Always peel HOT Do not cover with anything (Teflon).

If you need to repress, we recommend protecting the print with parchment paper or teflon.

Patches 

Pre-press garment to remove moisture 

Temp: 350 degrees Fahrenheit 

Pressure: HEAVY 

Cover with parchment paper or teflon 

Time: 10 seconds 

Turn garment inside out, press additional 10sec (no covering needed)