Issue

When an image distorts on a finished print, it often looks as though the image has been stretched.

Why Does Printed Image Distortion Occur?

• Tension of fabric and transfer paper is not set correctly on the heat press or calender.

Quick Printed Image Distortion Fixes

• Ensure tension is not too tight on stretch fabrics.

Note: This issue can be common with stretch fabrics.

• Run a tension test.

Print a circle and transfer the image to fabric through a heat press/calender. If the circle is oblong or egg-shaped, the tension is too high and needs adjustment.

• Ensure that transfer paper is not slipping on the fabric while running through the heat press/calender.

Consider using tack paper. If fabric does not stretch, add tension to fabric and transfer paper on the heat press/calender.