How to Care for Printed Clothing to Keep It Looking New for Years?

High-quality prints on clothing ensure vibrant colors and durability over time. However, to prevent prints on t-shirts, hoodies, or tote bags from cracking and fading, proper washing and ironing are essential. Check out these **expert tips** on how to properly care for printed clothing to make it last longer!

How to Wash Printed Clothing?

Always wash clothes inside out – this reduces friction and protects the print.
Set the right washing temperature:
- Direct-to-Garment (DTG) printing – max. 30°C
- Screen printing, sublimation, embroidery, DTF, UV DTF – max. 40°C
Choose a gentle washing cycle – avoid spinning at more than 800 RPM.
Use the correct detergent:
- Colored clothes – detergent for colored fabrics.
- White clothes – detergent for white fabrics.
Avoid bleach and strong detergents that can damage the print.
Do not overload the washing machine to prevent excessive friction between garments.
Air dry naturally – avoid tumble dryers.

How to Iron Printed Clothing?

Iron clothes inside out – never directly over the print!
If ironing the print is necessary, use parchment paper or a thin cotton cloth.
Adjust ironing temperature – cotton requires a higher temperature, while polyester and synthetics should be ironed at a lower setting.
Use a steamer instead of an iron – this is a great alternative to prevent print damage while removing wrinkles.

Common Mistakes That Ruin Prints

Washing in hot water – causes print deformation and color fading.
Using a tumble dryer – excessive heat can crack the print.
Ironing directly on the print – may melt the ink and permanently damage the design.
Using harsh detergents and bleach – weakens the print and may cause distortion.

Avoiding these mistakes and following the **proper washing and ironing guidelines** will ensure that your printed clothing stays vibrant and intact even after multiple washes.

Custom Printed Clothing from Poliprint

At Poliprint, we offer top-quality custom prints on clothing and promotional items. We use advanced printing technologies, including:

DTG Printing – high-quality, direct-to-fabric prints.
DTF (Direct to Film) – durable and flexible prints on various materials.
Screen Printing – ideal for bulk production of corporate clothing.
Sublimation Printing – perfect for vibrant, full-color designs on polyester.
Embroidery – elegant and professional branding option.
UV DTF Printing – innovative method for branding garments and accessories.

Check out our custom promotional apparel collection and create unique branded clothing for your business!

Have Questions? Contact Us!

+48 453-040-701 Poland

biuro@poliprint.com.pl