The artwork is siteed and plotter cut from coloured film, weeded to remove unwanted material and applied to the garment with a heat press.
The difference between flex and flock
Flex film has a smooth to matt surface. Flock has short fibres that create a velvety, slightly raised finish. Both use solid-colour shapes and work best with clean vector artwork.
Suitable artwork and uses
Clear, well-structured artwork cuts, weeds and applies more reliably.
- Names and numbers on team clothing
- Solid company and club logos
- Short lettering and readable symbols
- Low quantities and individual personalisation
- High-contrast artwork without gradients
Why vector artwork helps
A plotter follows cutting paths. Clean vectors reduce unnecessary nodes and provide crisp edges.
- Simplify and vectorise the artwork
- Choose film colour and surface
- Site and cut the design
- Weed excess film carefully
- Heat press and inspect adhesion
Frequently asked questions
Which lasts longer, flex or flock?
Both can be durable with a compatible garment, correct application and proper care. The choice mainly depends on the desired appearance and feel.
Can several colours be used?
Yes, using separate film layers. Production effort increases with each colour and added detail.
Why are tiny letters difficult?
Very fine lines and spaces are difficult to cut and weed and offer less bonding area.
Can customer-supplied clothing be decorated?
After inspection. Fabric, treatments, seams, pockets and heat sensitivity may limit the process.
Choose the right flex or flock finish
Send your logo, colour, garment, quantity and size. We will check technical feasibility.