Lazertran Products
Lazertran Iron on Inkjet Transfer Paper for Light Coloured Textiles (also available for dark textiles)
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Instructions for using Lazertran Inkjet Textile Transfer paper for white cloth
This special paper allows you to transfer images using your computers inkjet printer. It must not be used with laser printers.
Printing
Print in mirror image mode onto the white side of the transfer paper.
Printer driver settings
Transfer paper mode, if available, if not, use normal paper mode using best quality. We recommend allowing the printout to dry for about 30 minutes before continuing to apply to fabric. Do not worry that the image may appear a little pale as the colours will be restored to their original brightness after application.
Preparation and ironing
- Switch on your iron and pre-heat. Place the paper with the image side down onto the fabric which must be wrinkle free and pre-ironed
- Place a smooth cloth, for example 2 or 3 kitchen towels or a folded pillow case between the fabric and a solid flat surface such as a table top.
- Iron the image onto the fabric by applying consistent circular pressure distributing the heat evenly
- Concentrate on using the centre of the iron during transfer, paying particular attention to the edges of the image. Do not use steam. Heat for 60 - 90 seconds for small images and 90 - 120 seconds for larger images
- Let the transfer cool then peel off the backing paper from one corner using steady firm pressure. If the image starts to pull away from the cloth iron a little more or increase the irons temperature
To transfer more than one image apply them all but do not remove the backing sheets until you have finished applying all the images.
A heat press can also be used. Set the temperature to 160 degrees C and press for approx. 40 seconds.
Wash at max 40 degrees C turning the garment inside out. Do not bleach and do not tumble dry.
Protect the image with kitchen parchment paper when ironing.
See how this can be used in our projects. Also have a look at how other artists use this in their work in our galleries.
