

DTF West Coast Color Chart
Crack the Color Code with the DTF Print Color Chart from DTF West Coast
When creating custom shirts, getting the right color is super important. Whether you're trying to match a specific logo, recreate a cool design, or simply want it to look exactly as you imagined, you need to see how it'll print before you commit. That's where our DTF print color chart comes into play.
At DTF West Coast, we have created a professional-level printable DTF color chart, allowing you to see real results using our premium inks, films, and powders. It's more than just a color sheet; it's a valuable tool to ensure your DTF transfers are accurate and precise.
What's a DTF Print Color Chart
A DTF color chart for custom prints is essentially a guide that shows you what different colors actually look like when printed using DTF (Direct-to-Film) technology. Unlike seeing colors on your computer, which can appear differently depending on your screen, this chart shows you the actual ink on film, printed on fabric. It's essential for professionals aiming to achieve consistent printing results.
Our color chart has:
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Tons of colors
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CMYK mixes, gradients, and grayscale samples
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Printed on the PET film, we usually use our ink and adhesive
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Instructions for pressing and comparing
With this chart, you can make better choices about colors in your artwork and miss the unfortunate surprises.
Who Needs DTF Print Color Chart
Our DTF print color chart for heat transfers is an absolute essential if you want to use DTF transfers for shirts, bags, or other merch. Whether you're working at home or managing a large print operation, this chart makes designing and obtaining approvals easier. It’s a must-have if you deal with color matching for DTF prints.
1. Designers and Artists
If you create designs for tees, hoodies, or bags, this chart will be your best friend. It'll help you:
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Match colors exactly
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Not use colors that don't print well or look weird on fabric
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See how shadows, lines, or fades turn out
This is particularly helpful if your designs feature subtle colors, skin tones, or fine details. When creating gang sheet layouts, it ensures visual consistency across complex print jobs.
2. Clothing Brands and Custom Shops
If your business needs to look consistent, like if you have specific brand colors or repeat orders, this premium DTF transfer color chart gives you:
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A reference for your designs
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Good feeling that your print turns out how you expect
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Something real to show customers
It's a smart way to look professional and stay consistent, especially when building branded apparel collections.
3. Print Shops and DTF Services
Offering DTF transfers? Give your customers more control with a DTF ink color testing chart for shirts that:
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Lets customers pick from real examples
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Speeds up approvals
- Causes fewer reprints and confusion
Use it in-house or give it to customers when they start or as a sample. It’s the perfect companion for print quality assurance.
Why Order DTF Print Color Chart Online
Using the DTF color guide for professionals enhances your work, whether you're just starting out or you're a seasoned print expert. Here's why it is important:
1. Color Matching
Seeing colors on a screen isn't always what it appears to be. With a real color chart:
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What you see is what you get.
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No more guessing between your screen and the final print.
- Change your designs before printing and save time and money.
This is particularly helpful when matching logos, company colors, or skin tones, which is crucial for accurate DTF press alignment.
2. Fewer Mistakes and Wasted Material
Messed up expectations? A color chart lets you:
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Show customers how it'll look
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Avoid wasted prints or bad jobs
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Not to waste a lot of film, ink, and clothes
It makes your work easier and makes customers happier. Especially when working with bulk DTF order previews.
3. Better Designs
With the DTF print color chart for heat transfers, you can design with confidence, knowing how colors look on film and fabric. You'll:
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Know how colors change on dark or light clothes
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See better fades and lines
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Design faster
If you have a small shop, there is less trial and error. Large printers typically yield predictable outcomes, especially when producing prints for clients.
4. Training
If you have a team, are training new staff, or are working with clients, a DTF color reference chart serves as a guide. Everyone will have the same expectations, regardless of where they're working, which is critical for DTF workflow training kits.
Why Choose DTF West Coast
At DTF West Coast, we believe color control is key, which is why we've created our DTF print color chart to accurately reflect our print quality. Here's what makes ours good:
1. Standard Workflow
The colors on our chart are real transfers printed using the same stuff we always use. What you see is what you'll get in your print job. You're matching real colors, especially valuable when showcasing professional DTF print previews.
2. Use Everyday
Our color chart is made on the PET film and can be cut and put in binders. It's tough, easy to use, and designed for repeated use. Additionally, we provide you with clear instructions and a DTF color guide for professionals, allowing you to test it properly.
3. Colors
In addition to CMYK colors, we include:
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Fades
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Light and dark backgrounds
- Neutral tones and skin colors
This demonstrates how colors mix and how small details come together, which is perfect for previewing realistic fabric tones.
How to Buy DTF color chart in the USA
Getting it is super easy:
- Go to our Color Chart Page
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Pick the digital file or the chart
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Add to cart and check out
- We'll ship your chart to your doorstep
Good prints start with planning, and nothing helps more than a print color chart. Whether you're a designer or DTF provider, the chart is a must-have. Order your DTF color chart today! And don’t forget to try our Gang Sheet Builder and DTF Sample Pack to fully unleash the power of DTF West Coast printing!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What constitutes a DTF print color chart?
Printed on PET film, a DTF print color chart serves as a genuine reference, illustrating how different colors appear when pressed. It helps you check real-world ink outcomes before printing designs, ensuring color accuracy, especially important for DTF transfer, where color accuracy in brand colors, gradients, and faint tones is crucial.
2. Who can use the DTF Color Chart?
Using a printable DTF color chart helps graphic designers, apparel companies, and print shops the most. For those looking for exact color output, it’s ideal. The chart supports custom DTF printing projects, whether you're designing for clients or running mass production, reducing reprints and increasing consumer happiness.
3. How to Use the DTF Color Chart?
To use it, heat press the provided film onto cloth using standard settings: 300–320°F, 12–15 seconds, medium pressure. This shows how colors appear on your fabric under your setup. The chart also works as a visual reference for DTF colors compared to your digital artwork.
4. What are the Advantages of a DTF Print Color Chart?
A DTF color chart enhances design accuracy, reduces waste, and boosts customer confidence. It allows you to match brand colors, anticipate gradients, and avoid surprises, which is ideal for maintaining DTF film color consistency across different runs and materials, ensuring professional, repeatable outcomes every time you print.
5. Why should I buy DTF West Coast's premium DTF transfer color chart?
Our premium manufacturing inks, films, and adhesives help to create DTF West Coast’s chart. It reflects not only general print outcomes but also our quality and consistency. Built by pros, for pros, it’s a color reference chart that’s reliable, updated, and made for daily, pro-level use.
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Say goodbye to complex printing. Our ready-to-press DTF transfers save you time while giving your designs rich color, fine detail, and long-lasting results. Just press and go.
Product details
1. Material Compatibility
Our DTF transfers adhere perfectly to cotton, polyester, blends, canvas, and more. No need for pre-treatment — just press and go.
2. Application Instructions
Press at 300–320°F (150–160°C) for 9–10 seconds using highest pressure.
Peel immediately while hot — our transfers are designed for hot peel application.
For optimal durability, apply a second press with a cover sheet (like parchment paper or Teflon) for 5 seconds.
3. Durability & Washability
DTF prints are fade-resistant, stretchable, and machine-washable. They hold up well after 50+ washes when proper care instructions are followed (cold wash, inside-out, low heat drying).
4. Artwork & File Requirements
For custom transfers, we recommend 300 DPI PNG files with transparent background. Ensure colors are set in RGB. Avoid low-resolution images to maintain print quality.
FAQs
Please read our FAQs page to find out more.
1. What is DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing?
DTF is a printing method where designs are printed on a special film and then transferred onto fabric using heat and pressure. It works on cotton, polyester, blends, and more — without the need for weeding or pretreatment.
2. Are your transfers ready to press?
Yes! All our DTF transfers arrive pre-printed and ready to press. Just place the transfer on your garment, use a heat press, peel, and you're done.
3. What fabrics can I use your DTF transfers on?
Our transfers work on a wide variety of fabrics including 100% cotton, polyester, cotton/poly blends, canvas, and more.
4. How should I care for garments with DTF prints?
Wash inside-out in cold water and tumble dry on low or hang dry. Avoid bleach and do not iron directly on the print for long-lasting results.
5. Do you offer custom designs or accept my own artwork?
Yes! You can upload your own design or artwork when ordering. Make sure the file meets our quality guidelines for the best print result.