Printed In-House in Tempe, AZ · Shipped Nationwide
DTG Printing Services: Full-Color Direct-to-Garment Shirts
Direct-to-garment (DTG) printing puts your full-color artwork straight onto the shirt, so photos, gradients and fine detail print exactly as designed. No screens, no per-color setup, and a soft print you can barely feel. Printed, cured and checked in our Tempe shop and shipped anywhere in the US.
1981
Printing apparel in Tempe since
In-House
Printed, cured & checked in our shop
Full Color
Photos, gradients, unlimited colors
7–10 Days
Fast turnaround, depending on order size
What Is DTG Printing?
DTG works like an inkjet printer for fabric. The garment is pre-treated, loaded on the press and printed with CMYK plus white water-based inks that soak into the fibers. The print is then heat-cured so it lasts wash after wash.
The result is a soft, breathable print that feels like part of the shirt. DTG looks best on 100% cotton and high-cotton blends, and because there are no screens to burn, every shirt in an order can even be different.
Cotton tees ready for direct-to-garment printing in our Tempe shop.
When DTG Is the Right Choice
DTG shines when your design has a lot of color or detail, or when every shirt needs to be a little different.
Small Runs & One-Offs
No screens or per-color setup, so short runs, samples and single shirts make sense.
Full-Color Artwork
Photos, gradients, watercolor effects and designs with many colors print exactly as designed.
Personalized Shirts
Names, photos and variations on every shirt for teams, families, events and gifts.
Soft Hand-Feel
Water-based inks soak into cotton for a print you can barely feel.
Fast Turnaround
Most orders are ready in 7–10 business days, depending on order size.
Not Sure? Ask Us
For big runs with a few spot colors, screen printing costs less per shirt. For polyester, hats and hard-to-print spots, DTF printing is usually better. We recommend the best method on your quote.
DTG vs DTF vs Screen Printing
All three methods are done in-house at Precision Graphics. Here is how they compare.
| DTG | DTF | Screen printing | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Small runs, full-color art, personalized shirts | Full color on almost any fabric, hats and bags | Larger runs with 1–4 spot colors |
| Colors | Unlimited | Unlimited | Priced per color |
| Feel | Softest, printed into the fabric | Smooth, flexible layer on top | Classic, durable ink |
| Fabrics | Cotton and high-cotton blends | Cotton, polyester, blends, nylon | Most fabrics |
| Setup | None | None | One screen per color |
| Learn more | You are here | DTF printing | Screen printing |
What We DTG Print
DTG works best on cotton garments. Popular items for direct-to-garment printing:
T-shirtsLong sleeve shirtsHoodies & sweatshirtsTank topsTote bagsKids & youth teesEvent & reunion shirtsBrand & band merch
How DTG Ordering Works
Send Your Art
Request a quote or call 480-967-7015 with your design, garment and quantities.
Approve a Proof
We check your file and send a digital proof showing size, placement and colors.
We Print In-House
Every garment is pre-treated, printed and heat-cured in our Tempe shop.
Pick Up or Ship
Pick up at 1715 W 4th St, Tempe, or we ship your order anywhere in the US.
Art Tips for the Best DTG Print
High Resolution
Send a 300 dpi PNG at print size for sharp edges and clean detail.
Transparent Background
Remove the background so only your design prints, especially on dark shirts.
Bright on Light
Colors pop most on white and light shirts; we add a white underbase on darks.
DTG Printing FAQ
What is DTG printing?
DTG (direct-to-garment) printing uses water-based inks to print your design straight onto the fabric, like an inkjet printer for shirts. It is ideal for full-color designs, photos and small runs because there are no screens to set up.
Is DTG good for small orders?
Yes. With no screens or per-color setup, DTG is built for small runs, samples and one-off shirts, and every shirt in an order can be different.
How long do DTG prints last?
A properly cured DTG print lasts the life of a typical tee. Wash inside out in cold water and tumble dry low for the best results.
Can you DTG print on polyester?
DTG looks best on cotton and high-cotton blends. For polyester and performance wear we usually recommend DTF printing, which we also do in-house.
DTG or screen printing for 100 shirts?
For designs with one to three colors, screen printing is usually more affordable at that quantity. For full-color or photo artwork, DTG or DTF can be the better choice. We price both on request.
How fast is DTG printing?
Fast turnaround: most orders are ready in 7–10 business days, depending on order size. Have a deadline? Tell us your date and we'll plan around it.
Do you offer DTG printing near me in the Phoenix area?
Yes. Our shop at 1715 W 4th St in Tempe serves Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Chandler and Gilbert with local pickup, Monday to Friday 8 to 5.
Do you ship DTG orders outside Arizona?
Yes. We print every DTG order in Tempe and ship nationwide.
More Ways We Decorate
Precision Graphics does every major decoration method in-house:
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Precision Graphics · 1715 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ 85281 · Mon–Fri 8–5 · Shipping nationwide
