Create Your Own DTF Transfers and press them yourself!
Get your designs looking fresh and bright with WearLab’s DTF Builder! It’s super easy to use - combine multiple designs on one sheet, save time and materials, and get pro-quality results every time. Perfect for one-offs, teams, or just letting your creativity run wild.
A Few Things to Keep in Mind:
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Let’s not get in trouble with trademarks! We can’t print trademarked or watermarked images without written permission. Flick us any permissions before submitting your files. Orders with only trademarked images? We’ll remove them and refund your order. Artists deserve bank, yo!
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Backgrounds matter: Remove anything you don’t want printed - the printer will faithfully reproduce your file. So please make sure you remove that white background if you don't want it printed.
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Image Guidelines: Make sure your artwork meets our specs; we can’t fix designs that don’t.
Start building your gang sheets today and see your ideas come to life!
Who This Is For
This product is designed for you if you:
• Own a heat press
• Run a small clothing brand or side hustle
• Sell at markets or online
• Create merch for sports clubs, dance studios or teams
• Want professional results without bulk orders
If you’re tired of vinyl, long lead times, overseas risk or paying setup fees every time you test a design — this is your solution.
Why WearLab DTF by the Metre
• Sold by the metre — order exactly what you need
• No minimums, no setup fees
• Commercial-quality DTF prints
• Printed in New Zealand
• Fast turnaround
• Hot or cold peel
• Works on cotton, poly and blends
Higher margins start with smarter printing.
How It Works
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Create your gang sheet
Upload your artwork laid out to your preferred width and length. -
Choose how many metres you need
Order 1 metre to test or multiple metres for production runs. -
We print and ship
Your DTF is printed in NZ and sent ready to press. -
You press on demand
Press garments when orders come in. No stock sitting idle.
How Much Can I Print Per Metre?
This depends on your design size, but as a guide:
• Small logos: multiple prints per metre
• Adult chest prints: several tees per metre
• Kids and left-chest logos go even further
Ordering by the metre lets you control costs and maximise profit per garment.
Pressing Instructions
You will receive full pressing instructions with your order.
General guidelines:
• Heat press required
• 130–150°C
• Medium to firm pressure
• Press 10–15 seconds
• Hot or cold peel depending on preference
• Repress with cotton or canvas for durability
Always test first on your garment.
What You’ll Receive
• High-quality DTF print by the metre
• Ready-to-press film
• Consistent colour and stretch
• Commercial finish suitable for resale
This is not hobby-grade DTF. This is made for selling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a heat press?
Yes. A heat press is required. Hand irons are not suitable.
Is there a minimum order?
No. Order 1 metre or 10 metres — it’s your choice.
Are there setup fees?
No setup fees. Ever.
Can I order multiple designs on one metre?
Yes. Gang sheets are encouraged.
Is this suitable for resale?
Absolutely. This is commercial-quality DTF designed for businesses.
What fabrics does it work on?
Cotton, polyester and blends.
Why Order DTF This Way?
Ordering by the metre means:
• Lower upfront costs
• Less waste
• Faster testing
• Higher margins
• More control
Sell first. Print smart. Scale confidently.