This guide explains what drives the cost of DTF and screen printing, from screens, setup and color count to ink, film, powder, labor, equipment, maintenance and spoilage, and gives you simple formulas to calculate your own cost per piece and break-even quantity.

This guide compares UV DTF and direct UV flatbed printing for hard-surface products, covering equipment costs, production speed, material versatility, and per-unit ROI. It explains when each technology fits best, from curved-item startups to high-volume flat production, and points to specific Mimaki printer models suited to each use case.