Grow Your Brand Without the Risk
Heat Transfer Printing Services That Lower Your Startup Costs
With FM, getting into decorated apparel is simple and affordable. You don’t need large orders or costly equipment, only a heat press. Our heat transfer printing services let you order exactly what you need, when you need it, without sitting on unsold inventory. It’s the easiest way to launch new designs or test new products while keeping costs low and margins strong.
Choose From a Wide Range of Transfers
Flexible Heat Transfer Printing for Every Style
From bold, full-color artwork to specialty heat transfer finishes like puff and silicone, we give you options that make your designs stand out. Our heat transfer printing catalog includes one-color, two-color, and full-color screen printed transfers as well as DTF transfers, each crafted to press cleanly onto a wide range of fabrics. Whatever the look or feel you’re going for, we have the right transfer for the job.
Service That Keeps You Moving
Fast, Reliable Heat Transfer Printing Every Time
Your business can’t afford delays, and neither can we. That’s why our heat transfer printing process is built for speed, most orders ship quickly, with free shipping available on qualifying totals. Each transfer is produced in our state-of-the-art, solar-powered facility and quality-checked before it leaves our floor, so you get durable, press-ready results right when you need them. Start your order today and get free shipping on qualifying totals.
Types of Heat Transfer Printing We Offer
FM Expressions offers two main categories of heat transfer printing, screen print transfers and DTF transfers, plus specialty formulas like Puff and Silicone designed to give your designs unique textures and finishes. Each option is built for different applications, artwork styles, and garment types.
Screen Print Transfers
Our most popular and versatile option. Plastisol-based transfers that deliver the bold, professional quality of direct screen printing without setup costs or long press runs. Available in one color, two color, and full color, with formula options like Athletic, Vintage, Fashion, Performance, and Nonwoven to match your fabric and finish needs. We also offer specialty finishes through our screen print formulas.
DTF Transfers
Digitally printed transfers that capture full-color artwork, gradients, and fine details. Ideal for small runs and complex graphics, DTF applies at lower temperatures, works on both cotton and polyester, and delivers excellent opacity and durability.
Puff Formula (Puff Screen Print Heat Transfers)
A specialty formula that creates a raised, dimensional texture for bold logos and trendy graphics. Puff applies in just 7 seconds, comes in 16 stock colors, and reliably adheres to cotton and cotton-poly blends.
Silicone Formula (Silicone Screen Print Heat Transfers)
A premium specialty formula with a soft, velvety texture and superior stretch. Designed for performance apparel and heat-sensitive fabrics, silicone transfers apply at just 280°F, move with the garment, and give logos a high-end, durable finish.
Backed by Decades of Experience
Quality Heat Transfer Printing You Can Trust
With more than 40 years of screen printing expertise and a state-of-the-art facility powered by solar energy, FM delivers transfers that perform. Every order is checked for accuracy, durability, and consistency, so you know exactly what you’re getting: heat transfer printing that looks sharp, lasts long, and helps your business earn repeat customers.
Trusted by Decorators Nationwide
When to Choose Our Heat Transfer Printing Services
FM’s heat transfer printing is designed for decorators, brands, and entrepreneurs who need a balance of speed, quality, and flexibility. With no minimums, same-day service on select products, and over 40 years of print expertise, we make it easy to grow your apparel line or fulfill large-scale orders without investing in expensive equipment. Our transfers press in seconds, hold up wash after wash, and ship fast, often free, so you can focus on selling, not stressing.
Service Strengths:
- Durability: Built with advanced inks and application methods for long-lasting wear
- Speed: Transfers apply in 7 seconds and ship quickly from our U.S. facility
- Cost Efficiency: Low startup costs, no inventory risk, and bulk pricing advantages
- Versatility: Options from spot color to full-color, plus specialty finishes like puff and silicone
Test Before You Commit
Free Samples for Heat Transfer Printing
We make it easy to see and feel the quality of our work before placing a large order. With free sample packs, you can test different transfer types, compare finishes, and experience how our heat transfer printing applies to your products.
It’s a risk-free way to explore options and find the perfect fit for your business.
Request Free SampleHeat Transfer Printing Backed by 40+ Years of Expertise
Heat transfer printing has been at the core of FM Expressions since the beginning. For more than four decades, we’ve specialized in creating transfers that deliver the same bold, professional look as screen printing, without setup costs, long press runs, or wasted inventory.
Perfect for Any Order Size
Our heat transfer printing services are built for consistency at scale. From numbering sports jerseys to producing spirit wear and retail collections, decorators and business owners trust FM to deliver transfers that look sharp, apply cleanly, and perform every time.
Quality You Can Rely On
Unlike quick-fade methods, our plastisol-based transfers are made to last. Bold colors, crisp edges, and flexible finishes keep your designs looking fresh through practices, game days, and dozens of wash cycles, so your customers stay impressed long after the first wear.
Production That Keeps You Ahead
With one of the most advanced, solar-powered print facilities in the U.S., FM can produce tens of thousands of transfers daily. Whether you need a handful of samples, seasonal orders, or nationwide bulk programs, we deliver at speed and scale, always with the same attention to detail.
Sustainability Built Into Every Order
Eco-Friendly Heat Transfer Printing Powered by Solar
At FM, sustainability isn’t an afterthought, it’s part of how we print every transfer. Our Virginia facility runs on over 2,500 solar panels, offsetting hundreds of tons of carbon each year while producing more than 200,000 transfers daily. When you choose FM’s heat transfer printing, you’re not only getting high-quality apparel decoration, you’re also supporting cleaner, greener production.
Heat Transfer Printing FAQs
What is heat transfer printing and how does it work?
Heat transfer printing is a process where your design is printed onto a special transfer sheet and then applied to fabric using heat and pressure. At FM Expressions, we use professional-grade inks and presses so your transfers bond permanently to the garment, creating durable, high-quality prints.
How long do heat transfer prints last?
With proper application, our heat transfer printing results are built to last. Our heat transfer printing results are long-lasting and wash-tested. With proper application, designs stay vibrant and flexible through repeated wear and washing, without cracking, peeling, or fading, making them ideal for team uniforms, retail apparel, and promotional gear.
What materials are best for heat transfer printing?
Heat transfer printing works on cotton, polyester, blends, and many performance fabrics. Our transfers are versatile enough to decorate t-shirts, hoodies, tote bags, and even specialty items like jerseys or outerwear. If you’re unsure, our team will guide you on the right transfer type for your fabric.
Is heat transfer printing cost-effective for small businesses?
Yes, heat transfer printing is one of the most affordable decoration methods for startups and growing brands. With no minimum order requirements, low setup costs, and fast production, you can create custom apparel without investing in expensive screen printing equipment or sitting on unsold inventory.
How fast can I get custom heat transfer prints from FM Expressions?
Most orders ship quickly, with same-day service available on select products. Plus, we offer free shipping on qualifying orders, so your heat transfer printing projects arrive press-ready and on time, whether you need a small batch or thousands of transfers.