Metallic Screen Printed Transfers are tailored for decorators and brands looking for bold, eye-catching metallic prints with a true screen printed feel, not a stiff vinyl patch. These transfers provide high opacity metallic coverage so the shine stays bright on light or dark garments, allowing logos, lettering, and graphics to really stand out on retail lines, team uniforms, and promotional apparel, while the finish lies smoothly on the garment with a soft touch and professional metallic look that holds up through routine wear and washing.
Suited to everyday shop production, Metallic Screen Printed Transfers press evenly between 300°F and 330°F and perform well on cotton, polyester, blends, and most other fabric types that can handle this range. With a 12″ x 17.5″ max print size, free shipping, and fast 2–4 business day turnaround when artwork is print-ready, these metallic plastisol transfers are a strong solution for metallic accents, full metallic prints, sleeve hits, chest logos, and premium branding across streetwear, spirit wear, and custom merch.
Key Features
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- Metallic screen-print plastisol heat transfers
- High opacity for bold metallic prints
- True screen printed look and feel
- Max size: 12″ x 17.5″ (single design or gang sheet)
- Works on cotton, polyester, blends, and most other fabrics
- Application: 300°F–330°F
- Heat press required (for best, even pressure)
- Free shipping included
- Ships within 2–4 business days with print-ready artwork
- 6 Minimum
Pricing
Standard Pricing
| Colors |
6–11 |
12–17 |
18–23 |
24–35 |
36–47 |
48–59 |
60–71 |
72–89 |
90–107 |
108–143 |
144–179 |
180–215 |
216–251 |
| 1 Color |
$9.96 |
$6.85 |
$5.08 |
$4.38 |
$3.71 |
$3.06 |
$2.79 |
$2.58 |
$2.49 |
$2.24 |
$1.99 |
$1.84 |
$1.69 |
| 2 Color |
$19.74 |
$13.58 |
$10.07 |
$8.69 |
$7.34 |
$6.06 |
$5.53 |
$5.11 |
$4.94 |
$4.44 |
$3.95 |
$3.65 |
$3.36 |
Transparent Glossy Clear Film Pricing
| Colors |
6–11 |
12–17 |
18–23 |
24–35 |
36–47 |
48–59 |
60–71 |
72–89 |
90–107 |
108–143 |
144–179 |
180–215 |
216–251 |
| 1 Color |
$10.71 |
$7.60 |
$5.83 |
$5.13 |
$4.41 |
$3.76 |
$3.49 |
$3.23 |
$3.14 |
$2.89 |
$2.59 |
$2.44 |
$2.29 |
| 2 Color |
$20.49 |
$14.33 |
$10.82 |
$9.44 |
$8.04 |
$6.76 |
$6.23 |
$5.76 |
$5.59 |
$5.09 |
$4.55 |
$4.25 |
$3.96 |
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Application & Care
Application & Care
Temperature
300°F – 330°F
Time
12 Seconds
Pressure
40 PSI / Firm Pressure
Peel Method
Hot Peel
Press Settings
| Setting |
Value |
| Press Temperature |
300°F – 330°F |
| Press Time |
12 Seconds |
| Pressure |
40 PSI / Firm Pressure |
| Peel Method |
Hot Peel |
| Press Type |
Traditional Heat Press |
Step-by-Step Application
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Prepare Your Heat Press. Set the heat press to 300–330°F with 40 PSI / firm pressure. Use a traditional heat press. Do not use a Teflon sheet or any kind of cover.
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Pre-Press the Garment. Position the garment and pre-press for 5 seconds to remove surface moisture and wrinkles before applying the transfer.
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Position the Transfer. Place the transfer printed side down where you want the design. Avoid seams, zippers, and uneven surfaces unless the product is specifically designed for those areas.
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Apply Heat & Pressure. Press for 12 seconds at 40 PSI / firm pressure. Maintain the recommended pressure for the full pressing time.
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Peel the Carrier Hot. Peel the transfer paper immediately while hot. Do not wait for the transfer to cool.
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Inspect the Transfer. Check that the design is fully bonded, including edges and fine details, before continuing production.
Important Precautions
- Always perform a test press before starting full production. We are not responsible for damaged garments.
- Must use a traditional heat press capable of maintaining the required temperature and even pressure.
- Do not use a Teflon sheet or any kind of cover.
- Do not apply transfers over seams, zippers, or uneven surfaces unless specifically permitted.
- Confirm that your garment material is compatible with the selected transfer and application temperature.
- Peel hot immediately. Peeling too late may affect adhesion.
Care Instructions
- Wash Cold Inside Out.
- Best if Hang Dry or No Heat if Must Tumble Dry Low Heat.
- Do Not Bleach.
- Do Not Iron Imprint/Transfer.
- Do Not Dry Clean.
- Best Not to use fabric softener.
Always perform a test press before full production to verify adhesion, application settings, and garment compatibility.
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Shipping & Turnaround
Shipping & Turnaround
Production Time
Most orders with single-color, vector-ready artwork are produced in 2–4 business days.
Orders with non-vector artwork usually add one extra business day. If the file is low quality or the artwork is complex, turnaround can take longer.
Multi-color orders and higher quantities may also require additional production time.
Shipping Options & Rates
Shipping from New Jersey. Available shipping methods and delivery times depend on the product, order quantity, and destination.
| Shipping Method |
Delivery Time |
| Free Standard Shipping |
2–5 business days |
| Priority Shipping |
1–3 business days |
| Order Cutoff |
Monday–Friday at 1:00 PM ET. Orders placed after 1:00 PM ET or on weekends begin processing the next business day. |
Final shipping options, eligibility, and charges are determined at checkout.
Free Shipping & Special Offers
Free shipping may be available on qualifying orders, depending on the product and applicable order requirements. Any eligible free-shipping offers and available shipping options will be displayed during checkout.
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Artwork Requirements
Artwork Requirements
Print-Ready Basics
For the best results, submit clean, print-ready artwork. Your design should be prepared at the intended printing size, with accurate colors, spelling, and layout.
- Upload artwork at the exact size you want printed.
- If resizing is needed, include the required width and height in your order notes.
- Submit artwork in the correct orientation, not mirrored.
- Use a transparent background unless the background is intended to print.
- Check spelling, alignment, and design details before uploading.
Accepted File Formats
Vector artwork is preferred for sharp edges, accurate sizing, and clean printing. High-resolution raster artwork is also accepted.
- Preferred Vector Files: PDF, AI, SVG, EPS
- Accepted Raster Files: PSD, PNG, TIFF, JPG
- Raster Resolution: At least 300 DPI at final print size.
- Canva Users: Export your artwork as PDF Print for the best available quality.
Color & Design Setup
Artwork should reflect the intended finished design. Color requirements vary depending on whether the selected product uses spot-color screen printing, full-color printing, or a specialty process.
- Spot-Color Printing: Use clean, solid colors and identify the intended ink colors.
- Full-Color Printing: Submit high-quality artwork containing the intended full-color design.
- White Ink: Include white as a printing color only when white ink is intended.
- Special Effects: Gradients, fades, shadows, and transparency may need adjustment for spot-color screen printing.
- Color Notes: Specify important color requirements in your order notes.
Minimum Detail & Text Requirements
For standard spot-color screen-printed transfers, artwork should meet the following minimum tolerances. Other printing processes may have different detail requirements.
| Requirement |
Minimum |
| Printed Line Thickness |
1 pt / 0.014 in |
| Negative Space |
2 pt / 0.028 in |
Convert all fonts to outlines or shapes before uploading. Very thin lines and small details may fill in or disappear during printing.
Before Uploading Your Artwork
- Review your design at its intended finished size.
- Convert fonts to outlines or shapes to avoid substitutions.
- Remove unwanted backgrounds, effects, and stray design elements.
- Check that your artwork meets the requirements for the selected transfer.
- Upload your artwork through the product configurator.
- Include any important sizing, color, or production notes.
Files created in basic design programs, screenshots, and low-resolution images may require additional artwork preparation before production.
For more information, visit our Artwork Requirements page.
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