Tow Step Opaque Backing Paper Info (#595)

General Use

This is a 2-step paper for use with any transfer paper. By applying another transfer paper (such as the ONE-STEP) paper to the Opaque backing paper you’ll be able to produce designs which can be applied to dark fabrics and garments.

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Application Instructions

  1. Opaque backing material is 11” X 17” or 27.7 cm X 42 cm and may be cut or trimmed to best fit the image to be applied to the backing. For best performance, keep product dirt and lint free.
  2. For application using standard heat transfer application machines, set temperature at 375 degrees and pressure between 45-50 lbs and pre-press garment for 4 seconds..
  3. Place the opaque backing on the platen of the heat press, fabric side up. Place the image ONE-STEP heat transfer face (imaged) side down on top of the Opaque backing.
  4. Heat press for 3 seconds and remove from machine. DO NOT REMOVE TRANSFER.
  5. LET COOL.
  6. Trim around the fused Opaque backing/heat transfer to achieve the desired shape. Very sharp scissors and rotary razor knives do the best job. Using a source of backlight will make trimming easier.
  7. Now you are ready to apply the fused Opaque backing/heat transfer to the garment.
  8. Remove paper backing protector from the Opaque backing material. BE CAREFUL . . .THE ADHESIVE IS NOW EXPOSED AND WILL STICK TOGETHER.
  9. Place the fused Opaque backing/heat transfer in the correct position on the garment, adhesive side down. If position must be changed, lift carefully from garment and reposition.
  10. Heat transfer for 6-8 seconds and peel hot.

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Garment Care/Washing

  • Always turn garment/textile inside out before washing.
  • Machine wash warm. Preferably hang dry.
  • Do not use harsh or bleaching materials.
  • Optional – Tumble dry with cool air setting
  • If garment needs ironing, DO NOT iron directly on the transfer
  • After washing we recommend turning the shirt inside out and ironing the image from the back.

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Tips & Notes

  • All copyright laws apply to the use of the 2-step paper.
  • Manufacturer and seller are not responsible for damage caused by misuse of paper.

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Storage & Handling

Humidity levels affect the performance of the inkjet printer and the paper. Best results are achieved at 50-70% relative humidity. Always keep the paper packed and sealed in the ZIPLOK bag until used. Return all unused paper to the bag and reseal. Caution: Dampness in the paper will cause poor reproduction quality.


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Recommended Printers

This paper doesn’t get printed from your printer so the type of printer you use does not make any difference.

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