Which FOREVER DTF Film Should You Choose?

Why Add Special DTF Films to Your Production?

Standard DTF is now widely commoditised.

👉🏼 Direct consequences:

• uniform output across the market
• price-based competition
• difficulty justifying a premium offering

FOREVER special DTF films address this problem.

They allow you to:

• offer distinctive visual effects
• increase your selling price without changing your equipment
• build a clear premium offering

👉🏼 And most importantly: they integrate into your existing workflow

The 3 FOREVER Films You Need to Know

Each film serves a specific purpose.
The choice should not be technical — it should be commercial.

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1. FOREVER DTF Effect: Maximum Customisation with Foil

FOREVER DTF Effect is a special film that allows you to add metallic, holographic or textured effects to your textile prints, with complete freedom of placement.

Unlike standard glitter or metallic films, this film uses a two-step process and only transfers the black areas of the design.

DISCOVER

What is FOREVER DTF Effect?

The FOREVER DTF Effect film works on a two-phase principle:

1. Transfer of a black pattern onto the textile
2. Application of a hot stamping foil over those areas

Only the black areas of the design receive the final effect.

The result is a colour metallic print, without screen printing or vinyl.

This process is used for:

• wedding garments
• fashion collections
• limited editions
• projects requiring a specific finish

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Step 1: Preparing Your Artwork

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Step 2: Printing

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Step 3: First Press — Transferring the Black Pattern

Parameter type	Temp	Time	Pressure
Cotton	160–170 °C / 320–338 °F	30 seconds	Heavy (3 bar / 43 PSI)

Allow to cool completely, then cold peel.

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Step 4: Second Press (Foil)

Place a hot stamping foil sheet (colour/effect of your choice) over the black pattern.
Cover with a protective sheet (e.g. baking paper).
Press again.

Parameter type	Temp	Time	Pressure
Foil transfer	160 °C / 320 °F	40 seconds	Heavy (3 bar / 43 PSI)

Allow to cool and peel the foil cold to reveal the final effect.

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Care Instructions

• Wash inside out (max 40°C)
• No fabric softener
• No tumble dryer
• Iron inside out

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Usage Tips

• Use multiple foil colours on the same design to achieve multicolour effects.
• Try hot stamping foil on text for wedding, luxury or festive collections.
• Offer foil upgrade packs to your customers as a premium add-on.

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For Resellers and Printers

FOREVER DTF Effect film concretely illustrates what DTF can achieve beyond standard prints.

Its use requires:

• no cutting
• no weeding
• no special ink

Only the application of a hot stamping foil is needed to achieve the final effect.

To support client presentations, it is recommended to provide:

• metallic foil sample books
• printed samples

These materials allow clients to visualise the different possible finishes and guide their choice.

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DTF Effect Video Tutorial

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2. FOREVER DTF Metallic: Metallic Effect with No Extra Steps

FOREVER DTF Metallic is a special film that delivers a metallic effect directly on your prints, with no hot stamping foil and no additional steps.

Unlike FOREVER DTF Effect, this film works in a single pressing phase and integrates the metallic finish directly into the substrate.

What is FOREVER DTF Metallic?

FOREVER DTF Metallic is a transfer film that brings a metallic effect to textile prints.

It is compatible with:

• standard DTF inks
• DTF hot-melt powder

⚠️ Important note:

White ink must be disabled.
A white underbase will prevent the metallic effect from appearing correctly.

This film is suited for:

• textile branding
• streetwear
• graphic visuals
• prints requiring a direct metallic finish

DISCOVER

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Step 1: Setting Up Your Design

4-colour black design:

Use CMYK black (100C / 100M / 100Y / 100K) — this ensures deep, rich tones that transfer cleanly and allow the metallic base to shine through.

White ink:
Disable white ink in the RIP. A white underbase will block the metallic effect.

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Design Guidelines

• Minimum font size: 17 pt
• Minimum spacing: 6 mm
• Avoid ultra-fine details that may be lost during transfer.

Step 2: Printing on the Metallic Film

• Printable side: Print on the coated / rough side
• Glove use: Wear latex gloves to avoid grease or fingerprints that could affect the metallic shine.
• Print settings: Use your standard RIP settings — just make sure white is disabled.

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Powdering and Curing

• Apply standard DTF hot-melt powder

Curing:

• Oven: max 135°C
• Shaker: max 100°C

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Step 3: Heat Press Application

FOREVER DTF Metallic is a cold peel film.

👉🏼 Allow the textile to cool completely before peeling.

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Press Settings

Fabric	Press Temp	Time	Pressure	Cover press
Cotton	120°C / 248°F	30 seconds	Maximum pressure	15 seconds (fixed)
Polyester	120°C / 248°F	30 seconds	Maximum pressure	15 seconds (fixed)

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Care Instructions

• Wash inside out (max 40°C)
• Avoid fabric softeners and liquid detergents
• No tumble dryer — air dry ✅
• Iron inside out or with a protective sheet

Tips for Optimising the Metallic Effect

• Use solid CMYK black fills to maximise shine — full coverage areas perform better than fine lines.
• Avoid gradients and photographic visuals — opt for graphic designs.
• Highlight the product's key advantage: the metallic effect is built directly into the film, with no added material.

For Distributors and Resellers

Metallic effect films can sometimes seem complex to use — but not this one.

This film works with:

• standard DTF inks
• standard hot-melt powder

It can be applied to:

• light-coloured textiles
• dark-coloured textiles

Its metallic finish, visible from the very first application, makes it easy to introduce this type of effect into your offering.

To support presentations:

• provide printed samples
• show the actual shine in real conditions

These materials allow clients to see the result concretely and understand its impact.

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3. FOREVER DTF Glitter: Built-In Glitter Effect

Want to add sparkle to your prints without compromising quality or ease of use?

FOREVER DTF Glitter lets you add a glitter effect directly to your prints while keeping a workflow similar to standard DTF.

This film is designed for glitter transfers without any additional steps, following a classic production workflow.

DISCOVER

What is FOREVER DTF Glitter?

FOREVER DTF Glitter is a transfer film that integrates glitter directly into the final print, delivering a visible sparkling effect on the textile.

It is suited for fashion, children's clothing, seasonal collections and visual marking applications.

Unlike solutions requiring foil layering or vinyl cutting, the glitter is built directly into the film — keeping the application process identical to standard DTF, with no extra steps.

Step 1: Preparing Your Design

File setup:
Create your artwork using standard CMYK colours. No specific modifications or additional layers are required — this film is used just like a standard DTF film.

Design tip:
Favour bold colours and high-contrast elements. The glitter effect shows best on strong visuals, while very fine lines or subtle gradients may be less visible.

White ink:
The white underbase must be enabled. Unlike Effect or Metallic films, the glitter film works with white ink.

Step 2: Printing on the Glitter Film

Printable side: Print on the coated / rough / glitter side

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Handling

Use latex gloves to avoid fingerprints.

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Print Settings

Use standard RIP settings (CMYK + white).

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Powdering and Curing

• Apply standard DTF hot-melt powder

Curing:

• Oven: max 135°C
• Shaker: max 100°C

Step 3: Heat Press Settings

FOREVER DTF Glitter is a hot/cold peel film.

👉🏼 Allow to cool slightly before peeling.

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Press Settings

Fabric	Press Temp	Time	Pressure	Cover press
Cotton	150°C / 302°F	10–15 seconds	Medium (2 bar / 29 PSI)	30 seconds at medium-high level
Polyester	135°C / 275°F	10 seconds	Medium (2 bar / 29 PSI)	30 seconds at medium-high level

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Fixing Tip

👉🏼 Apply a second press after peeling to improve wash durability.

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Care Instructions

• Turn garment inside out before washing
• Cold wash (max 40°C)
• Avoid fabric softeners and liquid detergents
• No tumble dryer — air dry ✅
• Iron inside out or with a protective sheet

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Pro Tips

• This film delivers quality glitter prints while keeping a production workflow close to standard DTF.
• The glitter effect is achieved with no extra steps and offers a strong visual result with good durability over time.
• The finish can appear even more intense after the first wash — a useful selling point when presenting finished products to clients.

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Conclusion: Which Film Should You Choose?

FOREVER special DTF films do not all serve the same purpose.

👉🏼 The choice depends first and foremost on the finish you want and your commercial positioning.

• FOREVER DTF Effect enables advanced customisation with foil application, suited to specific projects and distinctive finishes.
• FOREVER DTF Metallic delivers a direct metallic effect with no extra steps and a simplified process.
• FOREVER DTF Glitter integrates a glitter effect with a workflow identical to standard DTF.

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Key Takeaways

• Each film remains compatible with a standard DTF process
• Differences lie in the final finish and application settings
• Adding these films expands your production capabilities without changing your equipment

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💬 A question about which film suits your production?

👉🏼 Contact the DigitalSys team for personalised guidance.

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