DTF ARTWORK GUIDELINES

DTF Artwork Requirements & Printing Policy

Lone Raven Clothing Co.

PLEASE READ ALL ARTWORK REQUIREMENTS BEFORE PLACING YOUR ORDER.

At Lone Raven Clothing Co., we strive to provide high-quality DTF transfers. To ensure the best possible results, all artwork must meet the requirements outlined below.

We print artwork exactly as it is submitted. Customers are responsible for ensuring their files are properly formatted, sized, and ready for printing. We do not automatically edit, enhance, resize, or remove backgrounds from submitted artwork.

Lone Raven Clothing Co. is not responsible for print quality issues resulting from artwork that does not meet these requirements.

ARTWORK REQUIREMENTS

  • Preferred File Format: Transparent PNG at 300 DPI.

  • Accepted File Types: PNG, PDF, PSD, and AI.

  • Resolution: All artwork should be created at 300 DPI at the intended print size for optimal results.

  • Sizing: Artwork must be submitted at the exact size you wish to have printed. Individual transfers will be sized according to the longest dimension selected.

  • Transparent Background: All unwanted backgrounds must be removed before submitting your artwork.

  • White Ink: Our DTF printers print white ink. If your design contains a white background, box, or unwanted white pixels, those elements will print.

  • Fine Lines: Outlines should be at least 0.02 points wide. Extremely thin lines may not hold adhesive or transfer properly.

IMPORTANT: We do not inspect or correct every artwork file before printing. Please double-check your design before submitting your order.

Lone Raven Clothing Co. reserves the right to cancel orders that do not meet our artwork or sizing requirements.

COLOR DISCLAIMER

Please understand that colors may vary between your digital artwork and the finished printed transfer.

Most design software uses RGB color mode, while printing involves color conversion. Differences in screen settings, color profiles, and printing processes can affect the final appearance.

Lone Raven Clothing Co. does not guarantee exact color matching.

Customers are responsible for verifying their artwork colors before placing an order.

SMALL TEXT & FINE DETAILS

Extremely small lettering and fine details may not print or transfer correctly.

  • Text and details smaller than 0.35 inches may lose clarity.

  • Very thin lines may not properly hold adhesive.

  • Fine details may lift or fail to adhere during pressing.

For best results, we recommend thickening fine lines, adding strokes, and avoiding extremely small design elements.

We are not responsible for transfer issues caused by artwork that falls below the recommended minimum requirements.

TRANSPARENCY, SHADOWS & GRADIENTS

DTF printing may not accurately reproduce certain design effects, including:

  • Semi-transparent or see-through elements

  • Soft drop shadows

  • Faded edges

  • Certain gradients and transparency effects

We recommend using solid colors and removing unwanted transparency effects whenever possible.

These effects may print differently than they appear on your screen.

IMAGE QUALITY

High-quality artwork is essential for producing clean, professional transfers.

Low-resolution images may result in:

  • Blurry or pixelated prints

  • Rough or jagged edges

  • Unwanted white outlines

  • Poor detail reproduction

Simply changing a low-resolution file to 300 DPI does not improve the original image quality.

Please inspect all artwork carefully before uploading.

COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARK POLICY

By submitting artwork to Lone Raven Clothing Co., you confirm that you own the necessary rights or have permission to reproduce the design.

We reserve the right to refuse or cancel orders containing artwork that may violate copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property laws.

RETURNS, REFUNDS & EXCHANGES

Because all DTF transfers are custom printed according to the specifications provided by the customer, all custom orders are final sale.

We do not offer refunds, returns, or exchanges for issues resulting from customer-submitted artwork, including:

  • Incorrect sizing or dimensions

  • Low-resolution or pixelated artwork

  • Unwanted backgrounds or white borders

  • Color variations

  • Fine details that do not print or transfer properly

  • Transparency or shadow effects

  • Other artwork preparation errors

If you believe there was a printing or production error on our part, please contact us so we can review the issue.

BEFORE YOU PLACE YOUR ORDER

Please confirm that:

  • Your artwork is high resolution and print-ready.

  • Your file is sized correctly.

  • All unwanted backgrounds have been removed.

  • Your design contains no unwanted white areas.

  • Fine details and lettering meet the recommended requirements.

  • Your gang sheet fits within the purchased dimensions.

  • You have reviewed and understand our color and printing policies.

By placing an order with Lone Raven Clothing Co., you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these artwork requirements and printing policies.

Thank you for choosing Lone Raven Clothing Co. We appreciate your business and look forward to printing for you!