DTF Printing & Screen Printing in Groton, Ct
R&B Apparel Plus is your trusted local partner for high-quality DTF printing and screen printing in Groton, CT, serving the broader Eastern CT region. We turn blank garments into clean, bold, professional apparel that people actually want to wear. Whether you’re ordering for a business, school, team, fundraiser, or event — we’ll help you choose the right printing method so it looks great and lasts.
what we print.
Both DTF and screen printing are awesome — they just shine in different situations. Here’s what we commonly print:
- T-Shirts & Hoodies: Perfect for staff shirts, team gear, spirit wear, clubs, and events.
- Sweatshirts & Crewnecks: Great for colder months, fundraisers, and premium merch.
- Uniforms & Workwear: Durable prints for construction, trades, restaurants, delivery teams, and more.
- Bags, Totes & Promo Gear: Add your logo to tote bags, backpacks, and giveaways for mobile branding.
- School & Team Apparel: Names, numbers, mascots, and full-color designs — great for boosters and spirit programs.
- More Options: Long sleeves, performance shirts, baby onesies, aprons, and specialty items (ask us — we probably have a solution).
Contact Us.
DTF Printing (Direct-to-Film)
Full-color artwork and logos
Detailed designs and gradients
Small to medium order quantities
Personalization (names, numbers, variations)
Fast turnaround needs
Screen Printing
Bulk orders and team apparel
Simple logos with fewer colors
Front/back prints
Reorders of the same design
| DTF vs Screen Printing — Quick Comparison | ||
|---|---|---|
| Print Suitability Guide | Best Suited For | Notes |
| Full-color & detailed artwork | DTF Printing | Ideal for gradients, photos, and intricate designs. |
| Simple logos (1–3 colors) | Screen Printing | Clean look and very cost-effective in bulk. |
| Small or mixed orders | DTF Printing | Perfect when designs vary or quantities are lower. |
| Large quantity orders | Screen Printing | Best price per shirt at higher volumes. |
| Performance & blended fabrics | DTF Printing (Often) | Fabric type matters — we’ll confirm the best option. |
| Repeating the same design | Screen Printing | Easy to reproduce consistently for future orders. |
Which one should you choose?
