One of the best ways businesses can make a good impression is by ordering custom garments. People are more likely to trust a tradesman that arrives wearing clothing with the branding on it. In addition, if they go to a shop, a salon, or even a restaurant or bar, seeing staff wearing custom clothing is fantastic. A great option here is to choose heat transfer foil. We want to have a closer look at it today, including how it works and how to get the best results. Then, if you need foiling services, you can rely on us.
What is it?
More people are familiar with heat transfer foil today because of Cricut. It has become a fantastic tool for anyone who loves crafting, allowing them to cut complex designs with ease. One thing you can use it for is to cut foil and vinyl. You can then stick it to garments, packaging, and much more.
What you do with heat transfer foil is first print the design on to a piece of transfer paper. You then place it adhesive side down on the product. Next, you put the foil on top. When you apply heat and pressure with a press, the adhesive adheres to the substrate and the foil sticks to the transfer paper. What you end up with is the foil design on the product.
The great thing here is everyone can be creative. There are lots of different foils to choose from, including metallic, patterns, holographic, and more. So, there are almost limitless options. Plus, you can do lots of different things with the designs, even fine details in some cases.
Things to think about
If you do choose foiling services to create custom garments, there are a few crucial things to consider. Firstly, look at the type of fabric. Because you are using heat and pressure, you don’t want to choose any fabrics that you could damage. So, typically avoid nylon or spandex. You can get the best results with natural fibres like cotton and some synthetics. The best thing to do is test a piece of the fabric before you commit to foil.
After you apply the foil, you need to take care of the garments. What you don’t want is to end up with the design peeling or cracking. You’ll need to be careful with how you wash and store them. Don’t use high heat settings on the washing machine or tumble dryer. Stay away from fabric softener and harsh cleaning products. Avoid folding the print.
Whether you want custom garments for everyday business use, launches, special events, or anything else, heat transfer foil is a great choice. Just make sure you choose the right fabric and foil. Then, be careful with aftercare to ensure they last.
Do you want expert foiling services?
We have a lot of experience with foiling. In fact we can add foils to a massive range of different products, including various sheet materials. We stand out because we have access to so many types of foil, including products from the best manufacturers in the world. This even includes sustainable options, exterior foils, and protective ones.
So, if you want to talk about foiling services, you should contact us. We’re happy to help, giving every client the best advice and recommendations.