VINTAGE WASH
Retro Transfer with Bleed-Through Look
Vintage Wash transfers provide a unique bleed-through look that will mimic your favorite old worn-in t-shirts. Available with or without adhesive powder, this is the softest feel you an achieve with a screen printed transfer!
Softest Feel, Unique Look
Vintage Wash offers a unique bleed-through look that provides the softest feel available from a screen printed transfer.
➤ Offers a vintage, bleed-through look
➤ Ink is designed to be transparent and shirt color will show through, therefore appearing different on various color garments
➤ Available with or without adhesive powder (MP or HHP)
➤ Distressed pattern NOT included; you must specify if you want your artwork distressed
➤ Available in 83 stock ink colors - view here
➤ Six sheet minimum
➤ See standard turnaround times here
✪ Consult with a Sales Team Member if you need help deciding if Vintage Wash is the right choice for your project
For Best Use On
100% cotton, most 100% polyester, cotton/poly blends, mesh, canvas, Lycra®, spandex, knit rayon
Gang Sheet Options
➤ Mini Gang 7” x 10.5”
➤ Small Gang 10.5” x 12”
➤ Large Gang 12.5” x 14.5”
➤ Oversize Gang 12.5” x 17.5”
➤ Mega Gang 16.5” x 27” (single color artwork only)
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We love Howard Custom Transfers!! Having used other transfer companies in the past, I can honestly say they stand in a league of their own. Incredible customer service, quick turnaround and so helpful with any problem we might have.”
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Vintage Wash APPLICATION GUIDE
These instructions are a general guideline or starting point.
Download PDF instructions here.
Pre-Press
Proof & Test Print
Proof your order before application to sellable goods or garments. Test print one of the extra transfers provided with your order. To conduct multiple tests, cut the extra transfer into 2 or 4 pieces.
Pre-Heat
Pre-heat garment 3-5 seconds to remove any excess moisture.
Application
Cover sheets are not recommended. If you use a cover sheet, you must adjust your settings to accommodate for the loss of heat.
Non-Heat Sensitive Fabrics
➤ Temp: 350°F
➤ Dwell: 10-12 seconds
➤ Pressure: firm
➤ Peel: hot
Heat Sensitive Fabrics
➤ Temp: 310°F
➤ Dwell: 18-20 seconds
➤ Pressure: firm
➤ Peel: hot
TIPS & TECHNIQUES
Flat Surface
Avoid obstructions such as zippers, seams, or buttons which will cause inconsistent pressure.
Wash/Care Instructions
Machine wash garment inside out using warm water and mild detergent. Do not bleach. Do not iron on decoration.
Shelf Life
When properly stored, this product is guaranteed up to six months from the date of production.
✪ Having trouble with application? Find our comprehensive Ultimate Trouble Shooting Guide here.
Vintage Wash Art Requirements
➤ Vector artwork is preferred. All non-vector artwork may be subject to an art charge. Vector files will be evaluated to determine if they are print ready. What is vector artwork?
➤ PLEASE SEND YOUR ARTWORK AT THE SIZE YOU WOULD LIKE IT PRINTED. If not, you must indicate the exact size you would like it changed to.
➤ Please use spot colors when creating your artwork. Only use white in your design if it represents white ink and your design is shown on a colored background.
➤ All fonts in vector artwork need to be converted to curves (CorelDRAW®) or outlines (Illustrator®). Once your text is converted and sent to us, it can no longer be edited.
➤ All lines need to be a minimum weight of 1 pt. All negative spaces need to be a minimum thickness equivalent to 2 pts.
Minimum line weight and negative space requirements for Vintage Wash.
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