Stop! Don't buy thermal transfer paper yet! For a company selling
iron-on glue, that may sound like the most ridiculous thing. You want to sell any paper, but more importantly find the right heat transfer paper for the job.
If you are new to thermal transfer paper printing, this is exciting. Heat transfer paper is one of the most effective ways to create quality custom t-shirts and apparel. Also, it is very easy to use. Regardless of your background or experience level, you can start creating products with heat transfer paper. A design or photo is printed on iron-on transfer paper with an inkjet or laser printer, and the transfer paper is placed on top of it and heat and pressure are applied with a heat press*. that's it!
*A standard hand iron may suffice, but for best and consistent results we recommend using a high quality heat press.
Printing and Pressing on Heat Transfer Paper is pretty straightforward, but there are some important things to know before buying your first pack of HTP. Knowing these factors and understanding their impact can help you ensure you get the right paper and save potential hassles and costs. Before diving into the wider world of heat transfer paper, ask yourself a few questions.