Halftone Service for DTF

A solid, full-coverage DTF print can feel heavy, stiff, and non-breathable, sometimes creating a “sweat patch” effect. The professional solution is halftoning—a technique that transforms your design to improve not only its appearance but also its feel and comfort.

 

Our experts will manually create a custom halftone pattern for your artwork. By converting parts of the design into tiny dots, we reduce the amount of ink applied to the garment. This allows the fabric to show through, resulting in a significantly softer, lighter, and more breathable print that drapes naturally with the shirt. It’s the perfect way to blend photos and gradients into the fabric for a clean, retail-quality finish.

 

Key Benefits of Halftoning:

• Softer, Lighter Feel: Less ink and adhesive means a more comfortable print, especially for large designs.
• Improved Breathability: The openings in the artwork allow air to pass through the fabric.
• Enhanced Flexibility: The design moves and stretches with the garment, preventing a stiff, “plastic” feel.
• Seamless Blend: Creates smooth, natural-looking transitions from your design to the shirt fabric.

 

This service is ideal for:

• Photographic or realistic images.
• Designs with gradients, glows, or subtle shading.
• Achieving a popular vintage or “worn-in” look.
• Any large design where a soft feel is critical.

 

Important: For an accurate halftone conversion, please tell us the exact model and color of the t-shirt you will be printing on (e.g., Gildan 64000 – Antique Cherry Red) in the Add Notes section before adding to cart.

 

Please note: This flat-rate service applies to a single image up to a maximum size of 12×17 inches and is not intended for entire gang sheets. We reserve the right to provide an adjusted quote or a full refund for orders where the artwork is exceptionally complex or the source file quality is too low to produce a professional, print-ready result. In such cases, we will always contact you first to discuss the options before proceeding.