7 Reasons to Invest in a Heat Press

Taking the leap in investing in a heat press can be hard to make. Taking that leap is the right choice. There are seven main reasons why you should invest in a heat press and take your business to the next level.
1. It’s Not Just T-Shirts
While heat presses are often used for t-shirt’s they can be used for a multitude of different items. You can make keychains, cushions, phone cases, and more. This machine doesn’t only have one trick like other machines would. You can get a lot out of a heat press.

2. You Can Save Time
Heat pressing does not take a long time to learn and the preparation time for making products in much shorter. With this preparation and short learning comes fewer steps as well. Filling any big orders will take no time at all. The more adept you become at it, the faster the process becomes and before you know it you’ve filled several orders without too much fuss.

3. You Can Save Money
This method can be the most cost-effective tool you own. The heat press can pay for itself over time because of the low cost-per garment and you’ll only have to order a few items here and there to keep running. Additionally, your creations will look professional and well made, making them more desirable.

4. Temperature Control
Each fabric has its own ideal pressing temperature. Using other methods of heat transfer such as irons can’t tell you how hot it is getting. This can leave room for melting and some areas not getting hot enough to adequately adhere. A heat press allows for an even distribution of heat and lets you know just what temp you are pressing at. You can avoid messing up a design or shirt fabric.

5. Pressure is consistent
With a heat press you have control over how much pressure is put on the shirt and evenly. Without good and even pressure the design can fall off after months instead of years. Additionally you can even melt or scorch the shirt. Other methods won’t be able to tell you how much pressure you’re applying or for how long. You’d have to set a timer yourself that it otherwise built into a heat press. With good constant pressure, the finished product will look sharp and expertly made.

6. The Right Heat Press Will Last
There are cheaper heat presses that will get you by, but investing in the right heat press will be the best choice you can make. Cheaper heat presses can lose the ability to evenly distribute pressure and heat. This makes printing your design nearly impossible and leaves both you and your customer unsatisfied. Spending the extra money to get a higher-grade heat press can mean the difference between quality creations for only a year or for multiple years.

7. Easy to Use
Learning how to use a heat press can be relatively easy. You can watch a printing demonstration online or even find one at a show. Each heat press also comes with specific instructions on how to use it. Learning to use a heat press has a multitude of options to choose from and is quick and easy.

Saving money and time is essential to any business and can be found when buying a heat press. With more than just t-shirts available to make, a heat press has a multitude of options. The uptake is quick and final product looks professional and sharp. Taking the leap and making the investment in a heat press won’t disappoint.