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Viscose (Viscosa)

Definition

What is viscose?

A semi-synthetic fiber made from regenerated cellulose, derived from wood pulp or bamboo. Viscose is also known as rayon in the United States. In Spanish-speaking markets, the fabric is commonly referred to as 'tela viscosa.' Viscose drapes well, absorbs moisture, and has a soft, silky hand feel. DTF transfers can be applied to viscose and viscose-blend garments at lower temperatures (275–290°F) with lighter pressure to avoid damaging the delicate fibers.

Where viscose shows up on DTF Database

Guides on this site that cover viscose, followed by guides on the related terms soft-washed.

Viscose is a regenerated cellulose fiber made from wood pulp — a semi-synthetic material that is neither fully natural nor fully synthetic. A complete guide to what viscose is, how it compares to cotton, its properties (breathability, drape, stretch), and how to DTF print on viscose and viscose blends without scorching.

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T-shirt fit guide for custom apparel: how shirts should fit, classic vs fashion vs slim cuts, crew vs V-neck, heathered fabric, and sizing tips for DTF prints.

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Blank clothing product codes like Next Level 6410, Richardson 256, and Spyder tees identify garment styles. Decodes searched codes for DTF printers.

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Different types of t-shirts — from crewnecks to muscle tanks — affect transfer placement. Covers fits, necklines, sleeves, heather, and woven vs knit.

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