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Digital t-shirt printing in Luxembourg
Digital printing is textile printing with no colour limits: photos, gradients and detailed illustrations, printed from a single item.
T-shirts, hoodies, tote bags… We print your designs with direct to garment printing in our workshop in Holzem. Ideal for a small run, a personalised gift or a colourful collection.
What is DTG printing?
Direct digital printing, known as DTG printing (Direct to Garment), works like an inkjet printer, but on fabric. The design is printed straight onto the garment in four-colour process: cyan, magenta, yellow and black.
By mixing these 4 colours, the printer reproduces every shade in your file. The ink soaks into the fibre: the result is sharp, with no texture you can feel.
Textile printing for small runs and one-off pieces
No screens to prepare: digital printing is cost-effective from the very first item. It is the ideal choice for custom t-shirts in small quantities, photo gifts, collections by designers and artists, or designs too colourful for screen printing.
T-shirt, hoodie and tote bag printing
Digital printing gives its best results on light-coloured fabrics with at least 50% cotton. These are the items we print most often:
Good to know: for dark or synthetic fabrics (polyester), we will recommend DTF transfers or sublimation instead, which give better results on these materials.
How does digital printing work?
- Your requestSend us your design, the items you need and the quantities.
- PreparationWe check the quality of your file and send you a proof to approve.
- PrintingYour design is printed straight onto the fabric in one pass, whatever the number of colours.
- Curing and deliveryThe ink is heat-cured, then your items are checked and delivered or ready for collection.
Digital printing prices: what affects the cost
With digital printing, the number of colours does not change the price. These are the factors that count:
| Factor | Effect on price |
|---|---|
| Design size | The main factor: the larger the printed area, the more ink and time it takes. |
| Number of positions | Each printed position (chest, back, sleeve…) is priced separately. |
| Quantity | No screen costs: the price per item stays stable, even for a single piece. |
| Chosen item | The price of the garment or bag is added, depending on the model and brand. |
Tip: beyond a few dozen items with a simple design (1 to 3 colours), screen printing often becomes cheaper. We will recommend the technique that best suits your budget.
Recommended digital printing sizes and positions
Here are the most common sizes. We adapt them to your design and the chosen item.
| Position | Recommended size | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|
| Left chest | 8 to 10 cm wide | Small design, discreet illustration |
| Front (large) | 25 to 30 cm wide | Photos, illustrations, collections |
| Back | 25 to 35 cm wide | Large detailed designs |
| Tote bag | 20 to 30 cm wide | Illustrations, shops, designers |
Advantages and limits of digital printing
Advantages
- Unlimited colours at no extra cost
- Reproduces photos, gradients and very fine details
- Cost-effective from a single item, no screen costs
- No texture: the print can't be felt
Limits
- Only for fabrics with at least 50% cotton
- Best results on light fabrics (white, natural, light grey)
- Colours slightly less vivid than screen printing
- Less cost-effective than screen printing on large runs
DTG printing, screen printing or DTF transfer: which to choose?
| DTG digital printing | Screen printing | DTF transfer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal quantity | From one item | Medium and large runs | From one item |
| Number of colours | Unlimited | Limited, one colour per screen | Unlimited |
| Photos and gradients | Yes | Less suitable | Yes |
| Dark fabrics | Less suitable | Yes | Yes |
| Feel | No texture | Soft ink | Thin film |
| Durability | Good | Very good | Very good |
Photo t-shirt printing
Family photo, pet portrait, watercolour illustration, colour gradient… Digital printing faithfully reproduces every shade of your picture, where screen printing would be limited in colours.
It is the ideal technique for a custom photo t-shirt, a personalised gift or an artistic creation.
Which file to send for digital printing?
A high-resolution PNG, PDF or JPG (ideally 300 dpi at print size). The design is printed as supplied: the sharper your file, the sharper the print. For clean edges, use a PNG with a transparent background.
Everything about digital textile printing
What is digital textile printing?
Digital textile printing (or DTG printing) prints a design straight onto the garment, like an inkjet printer. It uses the 4 process colours to reproduce every shade, including photos and gradients.
What does DTG mean?
DTG stands for "Direct to Garment": the design is printed directly onto the piece of clothing, with no transfer or screen.
Can you print a single t-shirt?
Yes. With no screens or costly preparation, digital printing is cost-effective from a single item. It is the ideal technique for a gift or a prototype.
How much does digital printing cost?
The price mainly depends on the design size, the number of positions and the chosen item. The number of colours makes no difference. Ask us for a quote: it is tailored to your project.
Which fabrics can be digitally printed?
Fabrics with at least 50% cotton, preferably light-coloured: t-shirts, hoodies, tote bags. For polyester or dark fabrics, DTF transfers or sublimation are better suited.
DTG vs DTF: what is the difference?
With DTG, the ink is printed directly into the fabric: no texture. With DTF, the design is printed on a film, then heat-applied to the fabric: it works on almost all materials and colours, with a thin film you can feel.
Is digital printing washable?
Yes, with a little care: wash the garment inside out at 30 °C, avoid the tumble dryer and iron inside out. It is slightly less durable than screen printing in the long run.
Which file should I send for digital printing?
A high-resolution PNG, PDF or JPG, ideally 300 dpi at print size. The design is printed as supplied: a sharp file means a sharp print.
How long does a digital printing order take?
Allow 5 to 10 working days after approval of your proof, depending on the quantity. If you need your items by a specific date, please mention it in your quote request.