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Has anyone had any problems with thermoflex plus sticking to 50/50 hoodies? I have a med sized order ready for production and although I have done some vinyl on hoodies have seen fine edges not stick properly. Usually a re-press fixes the problem and out the door they go. I have never had a returned product which is nice. This is an expensive order and want to be on the lookout for any problems.
I've never tried it with 50/50, but it sticks extremely well to 90/10 Experiment with both hot peel and cold peel if it doesn't stick with one method, yes I don't care what the recommend LOL.
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Dave, I looked at the directions from Thermoflex Plus(Specialty Materials) and they show that it is available for Blends so I don't think you will have a problem using it on Hooded sweatshirts. I have done both 100% and 50/50 with no problems. I switched to Gorilla Grip about 5 months ago due to the fact that it can be used on blends, 100%, polyester and nylon. The rolls are also 19" by 5,10yds and the price is close to the Thermoflex, now I don't have to stock as much vinyl. Hope this helps you, good luck.
Yeah I have to use a thick backer board and higher pressure to make sure all the edges take. The thermal lined ones are the worst for me, but the thin fleece ones press great.
I use a teflon pillow for the front of the hoodies. It helps get the pressure past all the seams and layers.
I try to tweek the designs to remove thin lines and sharp points if possible.
I've noticed after a few washes, you can feel the sharp points standing up when you rub your hand across the vinyl. A slightly rounded point sticks better.
I use a sports film from Twill USa (5 yard is about 26.00) and have not had any problems with it sticking to 50/50 or 100% cottom and have used it up to 13 oz hoodies.
What is the trick for getting pass the bulge on the front of a hooded sweatshirt that also has pockets. Any trick to getting the presser just right for in the middle. I have a 16x20 heat press.
What is the trick for getting pass the bulge on the front of a hooded sweatshirt that also has pockets. Any trick to getting the presser just right for in the middle. I have a 16x20 heat press.
You need a telfon pillow to insert on the inside I think.
You need a telfon pillow to insert on the inside I think.
Correct on the teflon pillow.
I ended up getting all the sizes imprintables sells. They help you with sleeves, tote bags and hoods, and help you work around zippers, hoodie pockets etc.
Heatpress vinyl on hoodies? 
Experiment with both hot peel and cold peel if it doesn't stick with one method, yes I don't care what the recommend LOL.
