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Heat Transfer Vinyl
Heat transfer vinyl, also known as HTV or iron-on vinyl, is a popular way to personalise garments, accessories, and promotional products with names, logos, numbers and graphics. We supply a wide range of HTV for small businesses, print studios, and creators across the UK, with options suited to sportswear, workwear, schoolwear, fashion, bags, caps, and more.
Our heat transfer vinyl products are compatible with many major print and cut workflows, including leading Mimaki and Roland machines. This range is suitable for businesses producing personalised clothing, branded uniforms, teamwear, event merchandise, and promotional apparel at scale or on short runs.
If you need a reliable film for cotton, polyester, or blended garments, Xpres offers options for different performance needs, including softness, stretch, finish, and wash-after-wash durability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is heat transfer vinyl the same as iron-on vinyl?
Yes, heat transfer vinyl and iron-on vinyl are commonly used to describe the same type of material. “HTV” is the more widely used trade term, while “iron-on vinyl” is often used by hobby and craft buyers.
What can heat transfer vinyl be used on?
Heat transfer vinyl is widely used on t-shirts, hoodies, sportswear, workwear, school uniforms, caps, bags, and other fabric-based products. Xpres’s current page also highlights umbrellas as a suitable application depending on the product and material.
Which heat transfer vinyl should I choose?
The best heat transfer vinyl depends on the garment type, fabric composition, required finish, and how the finished product will be used. For example, stretch garments may need a more flexible film, while fashion or promotional work may benefit from glitter, metallic, flock, or other speciality finishes.
Is your HTV compatible with major print and cut machines?
Most of our heat transfer vinyl range is compatible with the majority of solvent printers, vinyl printers, and print and cut machines. If you're unsure of compatibility, feel free to contact our team and ask
Can beginners use heat transfer vinyl?
Yes, HTV is suitable for beginners as well as established garment decorators, provided the correct vinyl, settings, and application method are used. Beginner-focused HTV guides typically recommend choosing the correct cut setting, mirroring the design where required, carrying out a test cut, and following the recommended press time and temperature for the chosen film.