Pressing Instructions

** A HEAT GUN WILL TELL YOU IF YOUR PRESS IS ACCURATE **

PRESSURE TEST:  https://www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2018/02/heat-press-pressure-test-paper-or.html

Every Heat Press is different, temps and pressure are not always accurate or even so adjusting for your individual press is necessary, we highly recommend a heat gun. WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY PRESSING ISSUES DUE TO INACCURATE TEMPERATURE OR PRESSURE.

LOW HEAT FORMULA

  • 335 degrees;
  • HEAVY PRESSURE 8-9 PSI.
  • Pre press for 7 seconds to remove wrinkles and moisture;
  • Press for 7 seconds; HOT PEEL.
  • No teflon, covers, pillows; you MAY need to make an exception if you have seems that are causing a pressure resistance.

CHENILLE PATCHES

  • 320 Degrees
  • Cover with teflon
  • Pre press for 7 seconds to remove wrinkles and moisture;
  • Press for 20 seconds, turn inside out and press underneath the patch for 20 seconds to ensure good adhesion

  • **May add liquid stitch for an extra layer of adhesion.

 LEATHER HAT PATCHES

Our patches are 100% leather and are shipped to you with no adhesive backing attached. For attaching leather patches we highly recommend Liquid Stitch brand fabric adhesive. This can be found at most craft stores, Amazon, and Walmart stores. Simply follow the directions and your patches will be securely attached. 

ColorBomb CONFETTI

  • 350-375 degrees;
  • Cover with teflon or kraft paper.
  • HEAVY PRESSURE 8-9 PSI.
  • Press for 7-12 seconds; HOT PEEL.

HIGH HEAT FORMULA

** Recommended for 100% Cotton Shirts, if polyester is present thread the shirt or place parchment paper inside to prevent any transferring through the shirt ** HIGH POLYESTER material is NOT recommended for these transfers. 

These REQUIRE AN ACCURATE PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE, they are a much softer transfer, but are not as user friendly as the low heat formula. YOU MUST USE A HEAT GUN TO TEST THE ACCURACY OF YOUR PRESS PRIOR TO PRESSING.

  • 350 degrees; 
  • IF YOUR USING A BUDGET PRESS (UNDER $600) we recommend increasing your heat by 10-20 degrees.
  • HEAVY PRESSURE 8-9 PSI. 
  • Pre press for 7 seconds to remove wrinkles and moisture;
  • Press for 7-12 seconds; HOT PEEL.
  • No teflon, covers, pillows; you MAY need to make an exception AND USE A PRESSING PILLOW if you have problems obtaining a high enough pressure setting.
  • PEEL SLOWLY, IF IT IS STICKING INCREASE YOUR HEAT AND PRESS IT AGAIN UNTIL IT PEELS EASILY. IF THE PRINT IS DULL IT WAS PRESSED TOO HOT, IF IT IS STICKING YOUR HEAT IS NOT HIGH ENOUGH.

DTF TRANSFER FORMULA

  • 320 degrees; 
  • HEAVY PRESSURE 8-9 PSI. 
  • Pre press for 7 seconds to remove wrinkles and moisture;
  • Press for 15-20 seconds; LET COOL THEN PEEL
  • Press again for 8 seconds, with a parchment paper covering the design for protection (you don' have to cool again before removing the covering on the repress)

1/2 COLOR FORMULA

Recommended for 100% Cotton. If using a polyester mix, thread the shirt or place parchment paper inside the shirt to prevent dye migration. High Polyester count materials are NOT recommended

These REQUIRE AN ACCURATE PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE, they are a much softer transfer, but are not as user friendly as the low heat formula. YOU MUST USE A HEAT GUN TO TEST THE ACCURACY OF YOUR PRESS PRIOR TO PRESSING.

  • 375/385 degrees
  • IF YOUR USING A BUDGET PRESS (UNDER $600) we recommend increasing your heat by 10-20 degrees.
  • HEAVY PRESSURE 8-9 PSI. 
  • Pre press for 7 seconds to remove wrinkles and moisture;
  • Press for 7-12 seconds; HOT PEEL.
  • No teflon, covers, pillows; you MAY need to make an exception AND USE A PRESSING PILLOW if you have problems obtaining a high enough pressure setting.
  • PEEL SLOWLY, IF IT IS STICKING INCREASE YOUR HEAT AND PRESS IT AGAIN UNTIL IT PEELS EASILY. IF THE PRINT IS DULL IT WAS PRESSED TOO HOT, IF IT IS STICKING YOUR HEAT IS NOT HIGH ENOUGH.

SUBLIMATION

Please do your research and understand how the process of sublimation works. It requires a polyester material and light colored material. Depending on your shirt material you may need to adjust your heat, some fabrics scorch easier than others.

  • 385-400 degrees;
  • Pre press for 7 seconds;
  • Press for 45-60 seconds.
  • Cover with parchment paper, thread shirt or place parchment paper inside shirt to prevent dye migration.