Textile finishing FAQ: print, embroidery & care | Evodruck

Question 1

Which textile finishing processes does Evodruck offer?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the garment, artwork and quantity, we use flex and flock films, digital flex, DTF transfers, screen-print transfers, sublimation and embroidery. No process is equally suitable for every fabric.Fabric, colour, coating, desired feel, detail, quantity and washing requirements all influence our recommendation.

Question 2

What is the difference between flex, digital flex and DTF?

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Classic flex uses a usually single-colour film that is contour-cut and heat-pressed onto the garment. It suits clear lettering, numbers and simple logos. Digital flex is a printed film that is also contour-cut.DTF transfers a full-colour design with an opaque white backing, allowing gradients and fine detail on many garment colours. All three create a noticeable transfer layer, and large solid areas can reduce breathability.

Question 3

When is flex printing particularly suitable?

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Flex works well for short runs, individual names and numbers, sports kits, workwear and designs with a few clearly separated colours. It provides strong coverage on dark garments.It is less suitable for photographic designs, soft gradients and extremely fine detail. Large solid areas also feel firmer than direct printing or embroidery.

Question 4

What is a screen-print transfer and when is it worthwhile?

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The design is printed in reverse onto a carrier and later applied to the garment with heat and pressure. This combines the opacity of screen printing with flexible application to different garments.It is especially useful for recurring artwork and medium to larger runs. Colours, fabric and washing requirements must be agreed before the transfers are produced.

Question 5

When is embroidery a better choice than printing?

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Embroidery looks premium, dimensional and highly durable. It is particularly suitable for polos, shirts, caps, jackets, towels and robust corporate or work clothing.Very small lettering, fine lines, photographs and smooth gradients cannot be reproduced exactly. The design is rebuilt as an embroidery file and adapted to the thread, fabric and finished size.

Question 6

Which textiles can be printed or embroidered?

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Many T-shirts, polos, sweatshirts, hoodies, shirts, jackets, bags, caps, towels and sports or work garments can be decorated. The exact fibre content, surface and treatment remain decisive.Cotton, polyester, blends, softshell and performance fabrics respond differently to heat, ink, pressure and needles. We therefore assess the specific item rather than approving every garment type generally.

Question 7

Can I supply my own garments for decoration?

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This is often possible after prior inspection. We need the product reference, material composition, quantity and ideally a sample. Unknown coatings, waterproofing or previous treatments can affect adhesion and heat-press behaviour.For sensitive or valuable customer-supplied garments, we recommend a test item. Responsibility for an unknown material reaction and the availability of replacements must be agreed before production.

Question 8

Which artwork files do you need for printing or embroidery?

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Vector files such as PDF, AI, EPS or SVG are ideal for cut films; fonts should be embedded or converted to outlines. High-resolution PNG, TIFF or PSD files with a clean background can also suit DTF and digital flex.For embroidery, we create a machine-readable stitch file from the logo. A JPG is not an embroidery file. Small or blurred artwork may need to be redrawn or simplified first.

Question 9

How fine can lettering, lines and small details be?

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The practical minimum depends on the process, fabric and artwork. Very small letters and thin lines are difficult to cut, weed and secure with flex. Embroidery also needs sufficient stroke width and open internal spaces.As a guide, lettering around 5 mm high and lines around 1.5 mm wide are often sensible for flex, but this is not a universal guarantee. We assess the design at its actual production size.

Question 10

Can you reproduce photographs, gradients and exact brand colours?

Accepted Answer

Photographs and gradients are better suited to DTF, digital flex or sublimation than single-colour flex. The achievable result depends on the process, garment colour, substrate and artwork quality.Screen colours are not colour-accurate references. For important brand colours, provide defined colour values or a physical sample. With threads and films, we select the closest available standard colour.

Question 11

Which print positions and design sizes are possible?

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Typical positions include chest, back, sleeve, trouser leg, bags and caps. The usable area depends on garment size, seams, pockets, zips, buttons and the machinery used.The same design does not always look equally proportioned on every clothing size. For mixed-size orders, we agree fixed reference points or graduated design sizes.

Question 12

Is there a minimum order quantity?

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Many processes are available from one piece, including flex, DTF, digital flex and embroidery. Artwork preparation, setup and machine time have a greater impact on a one-off item, however.Screen-print transfers and recurring production runs generally become more economical at higher quantities. We compare volume and process for your project.

Question 13

What determines the price of textile decoration?

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The garment, quantity, process, artwork size, number of positions, colours, detail and personalisation all affect the price. Embroidery is also influenced by stitch count; film work by cutting and weeding time.For a reliable quotation, provide the garment or material, size breakdown, quantity, position, artwork file and deadline.

Question 14

Can names, numbers or different designs be personalised?

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Yes. Player names, numbers, departments, employees or variable designs can be assigned individually where the process allows. We need a clear list containing spelling, size, garment colour, clothing size and position.An allocation sheet or approved sample is checked before production. Corrections are difficult once a personalised garment has been decorated.

Question 15

Can I receive a sample before the full production run?

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A decorated sample can be useful for a new garment, demanding artwork or a substantial run. It shows the actual size, position, feel and interaction with the fabric more accurately than an on-screen visual.A sample requires its own setup and production work and is charged by agreement. It can prevent a costly decision across the final order.

Question 16

How long does production take, and can I reorder later?

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Lead time depends on garment availability, quantity, process, artwork preparation and production capacity. Mention a fixed event date when enquiring; a schedule becomes binding after file checks and approval.Reorders are normally possible while products and colours remain available. Textile, thread and film shades can vary slightly between manufacturing batches.

Question 17

How should I wash and care for decorated textiles?

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The garment care label and job-specific instructions always take priority. Unless agreed otherwise, we generally recommend turning the garment inside out, washing at 30 °C with mild detergent and avoiding bleach and fabric softener.Do not iron directly over print or embroideryDo not expose printed areas to prolonged high heatUse a tumble dryer only when both garment and decoration are explicitly approved for itWash new coloured garments separately for the first washes

Question 18

How durable are textile printing and embroidery?

Accepted Answer

With suitable materials, professional application and correct care, all processes are designed for their intended use. Embroidery is especially robust; quality transfers and direct prints can also provide a long service life.Abrasion, frequent washing, high temperatures, chemicals, unsuitable drying and heavy stretching all increase wear. A universal number of wash cycles would therefore be misleading.

Question 19

Are decorated garments suitable for industrial laundry?

Accepted Answer

Only when the garment, thread or transfer and application have been specifically selected for industrial laundering. Standard leisurewear and transfers are not automatically suitable for high temperatures, aggressive chemicals or tunnel finishers.Tell us the wash temperature, process and working environment before ordering so that we can select suitable workwear and decoration.

Question 20

Why can polyester colour migrate into a print?

Accepted Answer

Some polyester dyes are reactivated by heat during pressing and can migrate into light print colours. This is known as dye migration or bleeding and is particularly relevant to strongly coloured sportswear.Lower processing temperatures, barrier layers or specialist transfers may help. A test on the actual garment is the safest assessment for critical colours.

Question 21

What should I know about softshell, rain jackets and coated textiles?

Accepted Answer

Coatings, membranes and waterproofing can react to heat and pressure. Embroidery needles penetrate the material; transfers may affect the surface or water resistance. Pressure marks can also occur on some fabrics.We assess the garment and position and may recommend a test. A protective function can only be confirmed where the garment manufacturer and decoration method approve it.

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