Frequently Asked Questions

Fabric Types and Printing Options


  • What fabrics do you print to?

    Digital Fabrics prints on a wide range of natural and polyester fabrics suitable for fashion, interiors, events, signage, and creative projects. Fabrics include cotton, linen, polyester, and more, all printed to order using eco-friendly digital methods. View our fabric range.
  • Can you print on cushion cover/ t-shirt/tote bag

    We print fabric by the metre and do not print on ready-made items like cushions, t-shirts or tote bags. However, we offer custom product manufacturing, where fabric first printed then cut and made into a range of custom products. View our custom products range.
  • Do you accept customer supplied fabrics?

    Yes, we accept customer-supplied fabrics subject to testing and suitability for our printing process. Read more about supplying your own fabric here.
  • Are there limits to how wide or long the print can be?

    The only limitation is the fabric width. We are limited to a maximum print width around 145cm on most stocked fabrics as printable width is determent by the actual fabric width. You can print as many metres or custom lengths as you like there are no limitation to this.
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    Ordering and Minimums

     

  • What is the minimum amount I can order?

    Minimum order starts from just 1 metre for custom printed fabrics or 1 item for custom product printing.
  • What digital files are accepted for printing?

    For online orders we accept JPEG files in RGB colour mode. For premium One On One services we accept JPEG, EPS, TIFF, and PDF files in RGB or CMYK. See more about artwork requirements here.
  • How do I upload my design files?

    You can upload your design files directly via our online Fabric Uploaders tool for easy ordering and preview. For premium One On One services we accept  files via Google Drive or WeTransfer.
  • Can you help me prepare or fix my artwork?

    Yes, our design team can assist in developing or reworking artwork to make sure it is print-ready. Quote available on request, please contact us for more information.
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    Printing Process and Quality

     

  • What printing methods do you use?

    We use eco-friendly digital printing processes including dye-sublimation and direct-to-fabric printing to ensure vibrant, durable results.
  • Do you offer colour matching, and how accurate is it?

    Our colour matching service is available on request. We can match colours to Pantone colours or physical swatches, but not to computer screens for, to ensure accuracy. The result accuracy is usually pretty close to the reference considering the difference in print bases.
  • What kinds of designs can I print?

    We can print any style of artwork including seamless repeats, panels, photographic prints, banners, swimwear mark-ups, and placement prints. We print artworks generated in Adobe Photoshop  and Illustrator, Canva, photograph or simply scanned handmade art. If your file is in a correct digital format we can print it. You are limited only by your project’s needs and imagination.
  • What if I’m not happy with the print quality?

    If there is a print flaw we always reprint it as no additional cost and handle complaints or reprints according to our terms and conditions. Standard flaws in printing are due to low quality artwork, incorrect artwork setup or unclear specification. Please contact us for support if you are dissatisfied with your print quality.
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    Turnaround and Shipping

  • What is your standard turnaround time?

      Custom fabric print production typically takes 5 working days plus shipping.  Custom product manufacturing, such as scarves, cushions, tea towels, tablecloths etc, is 10 business days plus delivery.
  • Can I get express or rush printing?

    Yes, express printing options are available for eligible orders. Turnaround for express order is 1-3 working days and for custom products 3-5 working days. If Ordering Online, simply choose the Express Option at the checkout for the Express turnaround or contact us for details and conditions.
  • Where do you ship, and what are the delivery options?

    We ship Australia-wide including Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Cairns, Darwin, and internationally to New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, Europe, and the US. Various shipping options are available, more information on our Shipping Information page.
  • What areas do you service?

    We print and make all orders in Sydney in Marrickville and ship all over Australia and the world.
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    Additional Products and Services

  • Do you print only fabric, or finished products too?

    We print custom fabric by the metre and also offer on-demand printed and made custom products such as custom cushion covers, tea towels, banners, scarves, tote bags etc.
  • Can you make custom cushions, curtains, or other items?

    Yes, we provide custom sewing and finishing services for cushion covers, curtains, tablecloths, and similar products.
  • What finishing services like sewing or labelling do you offer?

    We offer finishing such as sewing of cushion covers, tea towels, banners, scarves, bandanas etc. For bulk and commercial orders you can supply your own branded lables.
  • What other services can you provide?

    On top of our standard printing services, we can also assist you with textile & graphic design, finishing services such as cutting, hemming, overlocking and sewing of cushions, tea towels, pillow cases, tote bags, scarves etc. Ask us for a quote here.
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    Care and Maintenance

  • How should I care for my printed fabric?

    Care instructions depend on fabric type; generally, gentle washing and avoiding harsh chemicals preserve print vibrancy. Always check our Print Care before washing your printed fabric.
  • Will the print fade or bleed after washing?

    Our printing uses durable, high-quality inks designed to resist fading and bleeding. Polyester fabrics won’t fade or bleed during washing, however natural fabrics may fade with washing. We recommend ordering fabric samples and conducting a wash test to assess colourfastness before committing to a full print run.
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    Business and Bulk Orders

  • Do you offer discounts on large or wholesale orders?

    Yes, special pricing is available for bulk orders along with flexible production options including white-label manufacturing.
  • Can you handle big commercial projects?

    We have the capacity and experience to handle large-scale commercial orders, with reliable turnaround and quality assurance.
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