How to wash a DTF printed t-shirt
To wash a DTF printed t-shirt, turn it inside out, wash cold to 30°C with mild detergent, avoid bleach and softener, and dry in shade or on low heat. Never iron directly on the print.
Last updated 24 October 2026 · by the Die Bees® team
Part of our guide to proudly South African clothing.
These are general care steps for printed cotton. Always check the care label in your garment first; the label wins.
Washing
- Turn the t-shirt inside out.
- Wash cold, up to 30°C, on a normal or gentle cycle.
- Use mild detergent. Skip bleach and fabric softener.
- Wash with similar colours.
Drying and ironing
- Dry in the shade or on a low tumble setting.
- If you iron, do it inside out, or place a cloth between the iron and the print.
About our prints
Die Bees tees are printed with DTF technology and the product pages describe the design as durable. See the full range in Die Bees DTF printed t-shirts.
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Questions people ask
Can I tumble dry a printed t-shirt?
Low heat is safer than high. Check your care label first.
Is DTF printing durable?
Die Bees describes its DTF prints as durable.