Fabric Compatibility
Heat Transfers for Cotton
Cotton and cotton-blend garments. Transfer selection considers weave, weight and garment construction for reliable adhesion and wash durability.
Cotton × Transfer Technology Compatibility
How cotton works with each of our transfer technologies. This matrix is general guidance — final compatibility is confirmed through sampling and testing with your actual fabric.
| Fabric | Rhinestone | Silicone | Reflective | DTF | 3D / Raised | PU | Glitter | Flock | Specialty | Luminous | A-Grade Rhinestone | B-Grade Rhinestone | Custom Rhinestone | Multi-Color Rhinestone | Iron-On Rhinestone | Hot-Fix Rhinestone | 3D Thick Silicone | HD 3D Silicone | Thin Silicone | Multi-Color Silicone | Gradient Silicone | Metallic Silicone | Silver Reflective | Rainbow Reflective | Multi-Color Reflective | High-Gloss Reflective | Universal DTF | Polyester DTF | Cotton DTF | Metallic DTF | Gold Foil | Silver Foil | Hologram | Glow-in-Dark | Thermochromic | PU Matte/Glossy | Holographic Glitter | Multi-Color Flock |
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✓ Generally compatible · — Not typically recommended. Actual compatibility depends on fabric construction, finishes and testing results.
Recommended Transfers for Cotton
Technologies we most commonly recommend for cotton garments.
What We Consider for Cotton
- Weave and weight affect adhesion — heavier, denser weaves generally provide the most reliable bond
- Garments should be fully dry before application; cotton's moisture content can affect bonding
- Ring-spun and combed cotton provide smoother surfaces for fine-detail transfers
- Pre-shrunk garments are recommended to prevent transfer distortion after laundering
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