A little know-how. A great first press.
DTF pressing instructions
Get S2 Transfers’ settings and step-by-step instructions for your equipment. Choose your press below, then follow the preparation, pressing, peeling and finishing steps for your next project.
Choose your pressing guide
Start with your equipment
What are you pressing with?
These instructions are for S2 fabric DTF transfers. Each tool needs its own temperature, time and pressure approach.
Heat press
Set your temperature, time and pressure, then press with even contact. Includes S2’s lower-temperature polyester guidance.
285–300°F · 8–12 sec
Medium pressure · Check fabric notes
EasyPress or Autopress
Use the tabs in the guide to select EasyPress 2/3 with manual pressure or Autopress with automatic pressure.
315–325°F · 12–15 sec
Pressure depends on your machine
Household iron
No heat press? Learn how to use a firm surface, no steam and very firm pressure. Understand the limitations before you start.
Cotton / High · 15–20 sec per section
Results vary · Finish every section
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