Starting a Print Business: Complete Guide
Thinking about turning custom printing into a side hustle or small business? This guide rounds up everything we've published on getting started: choosing a printing method, budgeting realistically, financing your equipment, and pricing your products for real profit.
START HERE: THE BASICS
How to Start a Custom Print Business: Step-by-Step Guide
New to all this? Start here for the full six-step roadmap from choosing a method to launching your first sale.
CHOOSING YOUR METHOD
DTF vs. DTG vs. UV/UVDTF: Which Should You Start With?
Not sure which printing method fits your product idea? This guide compares all three head-to-head for new business owners.
BUDGETING AND FINANCING
How Much Does It Cost to Start a Print Business? Full Startup Budget Breakdown
A full breakdown of printer, consumables, and blanks costs across all three methods.
Printer Financing 101: 0% APR, Leasing & Payment Plans Explained
Considering financing instead of paying cash upfront? Here's how 0% APR, business leasing, and Section 179 deductions actually work.
PRICING FOR PROFIT
How to Price Your Custom Prints for Profit (Shirts, Transfers & Stickers)
A full pricing framework with real margin examples for direct-to-consumer and wholesale orders.
RELATED PRINTING METHODS
Already know which method you want? Dive into our dedicated guides for DTF & UV DTF Printing, DTG Printing, and UV & UVDTF Printing.
SHOP PRINTING EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES
If you're ready to get started, DTG Pro carries DTF, DTG, and UV/UVDTF printers along with financing options for new businesses: