The benefits of having a completely customized T shirt for you and your friends or co-workers are many, from encouraging fun and creativity to building a team-like atmosphere. One of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to create your own custom t-shirts is to invest in heat transfers for T shirts. While we may be spoiled for choice when it comes to choosing a company to create custom T shirt transfers, not all are equal. From poor quality prints to discolored or peeling logos and images, a bit of homework is necessary to ensure that you’re getting the highest quality craftsmanship at the best price.
Ask About Experience
Crafting quality T shirt heat transfers takes knowledge and practice. In order to ensure that you’re going to get the best final product possible, you’ll want to ask the company about how long they’ve been in business, what types of T shirt heat transfers they have done in the past, and you may also want to ask about why they have gotten involved in the industry.
Ask for Samples and References
Whenever possible, pay a visit to the company to check out their operation and ask for samples. By taking a close look at their product, you’ll have a good understanding of what to expect. It’s also a good idea to ask for a few references from other clients and to give them a call. Ask them about how happy they are with the product. Specifically ask them things like its current over-all condition, if the T shirt faded after being washed, etc.
Ask About Design Options
A large part about having a customized T shirt is having the ability to craft whatever designs you wish. The custom heat transfer design company of your choosing should have nearly limitless options including:
- Color options (including metallic shades)
- Glow in the dark options
- High contract and high visibility
- Sizing options
Ask About Turn-Around Time
There’s nothing worse than showing up to a team event without having your team uniform on and ready to go because the heat transfer shirt company that couldn’t deliver your order on time. When you place an order with a T shirt transfers company, you should expect fast service. Look for a company that from the get-go makes it easy to check out your options, request a customized quote, and place an order. Ask the company about their turn-around time, and if you’re having the transfers shipped, be sure to confirm the shipping company, receive a tracking number, and select the shipping service necessary so that you will be able to receive your custom tees on time.
