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The right print method depends on the product, material, artwork and quantity. Pod-Sourcing works with heat transfer, DTF (also called white-ink transfer), DTG, sublimation, UV printing, laser marking and laser CDR cutting. Each product page lists the method used for that item; send us the artwork and we will confirm the best option.
Prices are per piece. Click a product to choose colour, size and quantity.
| Method | How it works | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat transfer | A printed transfer is pressed onto the item with heat. | Full-colour designs on fabric and selected blanks. | Durability depends on the material; check the product page. |
| DTF (direct-to-film) | The design is printed on film (with a white ink base when needed) and transferred with heat. Also called white-ink transfer. | Detailed artwork on dark fabrics, cotton, polyester and blends. | Good for small runs; check the garment and film type on the product page. |
| DTG (direct-to-garment) | Ink is sprayed directly onto the fabric. | Cotton garments and small batches. | Usually best on 100% cotton; check the garment page. |
| Sublimation | Heat fuses the dye into a polyester or coated surface. | Polyester apparel, mugs and coated blanks. | No thick hand-feel; colours work best on light bases. |
| UV printing | UV-cured ink is printed onto a flat or rigid surface. | Acrylic, wood, phone cases and rigid blanks. | Good for hard surfaces; check the product page. |
| Laser marking | A laser marks the surface without ink. | Labels, tags, leather, wood and small details. | Permanent mark; the look depends on the material. |
| Laser CDR cutting | A laser cuts shapes from a vector file (CDR). | Acrylic and wood shapes, custom outlines. | Needs a vector file; not suitable for raster-only artwork. |
Start with the product: the material and surface decide which methods are possible. Then look at the artwork — fine detail, white ink on a dark base and vector cutting each point to a different process.
The product page lists the method used for that item. If you need a specific method, send the artwork and target product through the quote form and we will confirm before you pay.
We confirm the product, method, print area, colour and quantity before production. If you are unsure which method fits, order a sample first and check the finish yourself.
Plain products dispatch in 24–48 hours. Custom printing adds production time; shipping is quoted live at checkout.
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