You might know how to use a heat press machine, but do you know how to use it well? The heat press is an easy machine to learn, but like every machine, there are little tricks and quirky factors that determine the unit’s quality.
This section will go over different tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your heat transfer machine, so read on to learn about how to use your heat press in the best way possible:
To get the best result from the heat transfer machine, you need to make sure you straighten the garment during the loading process. The fabric shouldn’t be wrinkled at all if you want to get a clear, even image. Even if you carefully load a wrinkled garment, the design will come out crooked.
The best way to make sure your garment is straight is to align the material with the back of the heat press and then go to the section that will put the laser to your material. It is also important to stretch your material to make sure the design doesn’t come out with cracks in it.
Choose the Best Transfer Paper VinylThe transfer paper you are using should be a good match with the material and design of your heat press calender. There is a range of different transfer papers you can choose from, including inkjet and laser, and you need to get the right type for your specific heat press.
Also, remember to consider the color of your material, because the transfer paper for a white garment will look different from the transfer paper you’ll use for a green garment.
When possible, it’s best to test. You can use spare material or a piece of transfer paper to get a good idea of what your design will look like on the material you will actually be using.
