Custom UV DTF Stickers and Transfers Printed in South Africa
What Are UV DTF Stickers?
UV DTF (Ultraviolet Direct to Film) is a printing process where your design is printed onto a special film using UV-cured inks, then transferred directly onto a hard surface — no heat press, no special tools.
The result is a full-colour, slightly raised print that applied to the surface on an item.
What Surfaces Does It Work On?
UV DTF stickers adhere well to smooth, non-porous hard surfaces including:
- Glass and ceramic
- Metal and stainless steel
- Acrylic and perspex
- Hard plastic
- Coated wood
- Phone cases, mugs, tumblers, bottles and more
⚠ Not suitable for fabric, soft surfaces, or heavily textured surfaces.
Common Uses
- Corporate gifts and branded merchandise
- Product labelling and packaging decoration
- Promotional items and event giveaways
- Custom crafts and personalised gifts
- Logo branding on bottles, mugs and trophies
Artwork Requirements
- PNG — transparent background, 300 DPI minimum
- Submit your sheet at 280mm x 1000mm
- Leave a 5 mm border around all edges — designs too close to the edge will get cut off when printed.
- Use CMYK colour mode — convert text to outlines if submitting vector files
- Gradients with semi transparent pixels will not print correctly.
You can arrange multiple designs on a single sheet to maximise your print area.
How to Apply Your UV DTF Sticker
1
Clean the surface
Wash with soap and water. Dry completely before applying. Do not use alcohol-based cleaners — they will damage the adhesive and resin.
2
Cut out your design
Cut around your design, leaving a small border. Peel the backing film to expose the adhesive side.
3
Position and press
Place the design onto the surface. Press firmly from the centre outward using your fingers or a squeegee for 20–30 seconds. Make sure all edges are fully bonded.
4
Peel the top film
Slowly peel back the clear transfer film at a low angle. If any part lifts, press it back down and wait a few seconds before trying again.
5
Final press
Once the film is removed, press over the design once more with your fingers to ensure full adhesion. The bond strengthens fully within 24 hours.
Care & Limitations
- Clean applied stickers with soap and water only — no alcohol-based products
- Not dishwasher safe
- Apply once only — repositioning weakens the adhesive
- Use within one month of receiving your order for best adhesion
- Store flat, away from heat and direct sunlight
For best results, apply to smooth surfaces in a clean, dry environment at room temperature.
