Veteran Owned • Joliet, IL
DTF Transfers Vibrant & Durable
Direct-to-film transfers for vivid, full-color designs on any fabric. No minimums, same day available. Perfect for custom shirts, apparel, and anything that needs a sharp, durable print.
The Top 5 Percent Difference
In-house manufacturing, experienced and professional. Here is why businesses and residents across Chicagoland choose us:
Top 5 Percent Will Handle Your DTF Transfers Needs, Same Day
Overview of Services:
Custom Shirts: DTF, screen print, embroidery, vinyl, no minimums
Turnaround: Same day available, typical 1-3 business days
Signs and Banners: Business signage, yard signs, banners
Vehicle Graphics: Wraps, lettering, magnets, DOT decals
Guarantee: Quality workmanship, satisfaction guaranteed
Founded in 2017, Top 5 Percent - Serving Joliet, Plainfield, Romeoville, Bolingbrook, Lockport, Shorewood, Channahon, Minooka, New Lenox, Mokena, Frankfort, Homer Glen, Lemont, Naperville, Aurora, Oswego, Yorkville, Crest Hill, and the greater Chicagoland area. Friendly, reliable service. (815) 349-8600
"Excellent customer service! Really good quality DTF prints! Love that its local... Thank you Ezra!"
— Monica P.
Full Color Transfers for Any Fabric
Direct-to-film (DTF) printing is one of the most versatile and accessible custom printing methods available today. A DTF transfer is a full-color printed film that is heat-pressed onto a garment, bonding permanently with the fabric fibers to create a vivid, durable print that works on cotton, polyester, blends, and virtually any fabric type. Unlike screen printing which requires separate screens for each color, or dye sublimation which only works on polyester, DTF printing handles full-color designs on any fabric with a single production step.
DTF transfers are especially popular for low-quantity orders where the cost and setup time of screen printing is not justified. We can produce a single custom DTF transfer for the same quality as a production run of one hundred, which makes DTF the ideal solution for one-off custom shirts, samples, prototypes, and any situation where you need a small number of high-quality custom prints quickly. Same-day production is available for most DTF transfer orders placed before noon.
We are a veteran owned print shop in Joliet, Illinois, serving the greater Will County area with premium DTF transfers and custom apparel printing. Call us at (815) 349 8600 to discuss your DTF project today.
The Right Solution for Small Runs and Samples
DTF transfers shine in situations where you need quality results without the minimums or setup time that other methods require. If you need five shirts for a team event, ten shirts for a small business promotion, or a single prototype of a new design before committing to a larger order, DTF delivers consistent, professional quality without any of the barriers that can make small custom apparel orders challenging. The full-color printing process handles photographic images, complex gradients, and detailed artwork just as well as simple logos and text.
You can also purchase DTF transfers separately and apply them yourself using a heat press if you have one. We produce transfers in any size and quantity for businesses and individuals who do their own heat pressing. This is popular with small apparel businesses, school clubs, and organizations that maintain their own garment decorating equipment and need a reliable source of high-quality pre-printed transfers to apply in-house.
We serve businesses, organizations, and individuals throughout Joliet, Shorewood, Plainfield, Crest Hill, and all of Will County with fast, high-quality DTF transfer printing. Call us at (815) 349 8600 or visit 121 Springfield Avenue in Joliet to discuss your DTF transfer order today.
Why DTF Transfers Are Changing the Way Custom Shirts Are Made
Direct-to-film printing has fundamentally changed the economics and accessibility of custom apparel production over the past several years. Before DTF became widely available, producing a single custom shirt or a small run of five to ten shirts required either the setup cost of screen printing or the limitations of direct-to-garment (DTG) printing — which requires pre-treatment of the garment and only works reliably on high-cotton fabrics. DTF eliminated both of these constraints, making high-quality full-color custom apparel available in any quantity on any fabric at an accessible price point.
No Fabric Type Restrictions
One of DTF's most significant technical advantages over competing print methods is that it works effectively on virtually any fabric. Cotton, polyester, nylon, blends, synthetic athletic fabrics, canvas, denim, and even some leather-like materials all accept DTF transfers successfully. This universal compatibility makes DTF the go-to method when you have a mixed order of garments in different fabric types, or when you need to print on a specific material that other methods cannot handle effectively.
Full Color With No Color Count Restrictions
DTF printing, like dye sublimation, has no color count limitations. A design with fifty colors or photographic-quality gradients prints exactly the same way as a design with two colors, at the same cost. This makes DTF ideal for complex logos, photographic artwork, detailed illustrations, and any design that uses the full color spectrum. Unlike screen printing where each additional color increases setup costs, DTF treats all designs equally regardless of complexity.
Durability That Holds Up in the Wash
When applied correctly with professional heat press equipment at the proper temperature and pressure, DTF transfers bond strongly with the fabric fibers and produce a print that holds up through regular laundering. Most properly applied DTF prints maintain their quality through fifty or more wash cycles — comparable to screen printing in everyday use conditions. We follow proper application protocols on every transfer we press to ensure maximum adhesion and print longevity on every garment.
Same-Day Availability
We offer same-day DTF production for most orders placed before noon, which makes us the right resource when you need custom shirts or apparel on short notice. We have served clients throughout Joliet and Will County who needed custom shirts for a same-day event, a last-minute gift, or an urgent business requirement. If you have a tight deadline, call us first thing and we will tell you exactly what is achievable given your timeline and quantity.
We are a veteran owned print shop at 121 Springfield Avenue in Joliet, Illinois. We produce DTF transfers and custom printed apparel for businesses, organizations, and individuals throughout Will County and the Chicagoland area with no minimum orders and fast turnaround.
Call us at (815) 349 8600 to discuss your DTF project today — same-day production available, all fabric types accepted, no minimums.
"Top 5 Percent came through in a clutch. I had a rush DTF order and needed the print ASAP and Ezra took care of me. Everything here was top tier: the service, the print and the establishment. They definitely have my business!"
— Brittney P.
The Top 5 Percent Difference
Why Choose Us?
Veteran Owned
Proudly serving our community with the same honor, dedication, and discipline we brought to service.
Premium Quality
Only the finest materials and equipment for lasting results you can be proud of.
Fast Turnaround
Quick production times without cutting corners. Rush orders available when you need it now.
Local Service
Based in Joliet, IL with hands-on service. Stop by our shop or order online with confidence.
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DTF Transfer Printing
Full-Color Prints on Any Fabric
Direct-to-film transfers deliver vibrant, durable prints on virtually any garment. See how Top 5 Percent uses DTF technology to produce detailed, full-color custom transfers in Joliet, IL.
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What Our Customers Say
Real Reviews, Real Results
"Top 5 Percent did an amazing job on our company shirts. The quality is outstanding and they delivered ahead of schedule!"
Maria R.
Business Owner
"Best signage company in Joliet. They made our storefront look incredible. Highly recommend to anyone needing custom signs!"
James T.
Restaurant Owner
"Love my vehicle graphics! Professional work and great customer service. Will definitely be back for more."
David P.
Contractor
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Veteran-owned since 2015, Top 5 Percent proudly serves Joliet, Plainfield, Romeoville, Bolingbrook, Lockport, Shorewood, Channahon, Minooka, New Lenox, Mokena, Frankfort, Homer Glen, Lemont, Woodridge, Naperville, Aurora, Oswego, Yorkville, Morris, Wilmington, Crest Hill, Elwood, Manhattan, Braidwood, and the greater Chicagoland area. Friendly, reliable service.
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