Building a DTF Garment Wash-Test Record

A useful wash-test record identifies the exact garment, transfer process and care conditions. Avoid claiming a fixed wash life unless that claim is supported by a defined test.

Keep paired samples Prepare comparable garments using the same approved production setup. Retain one unwashed sample as a visual reference. Record artwork coverage, fabric composition, film and powder lots, curing and pressing settings. Photograph the starting condition consistently.

Define acceptance before testing Agree what cracking, edge lift, color change and distortion are acceptable for the intended product. Follow the garment and transfer supplier’s care instructions and record each test stage. An internal check is useful for process decisions but is not automatically an accredited laboratory result.