Articles on: Logo Printing & Customization

How does logo printing work?

Logo printing is coordinated by us but done by brands in-house. You upload your logo during checkout, we work with the brand to confirm placement and pricing, you approve a preview, and the brand prints and ships your custom workwear.

The full process step-by-step

Step 1: Find a product that supports logo printing

Not all products support customization. Look for products with a "Customize" or "Add Logo" option on the product page.

Quick tip: Jackets, polos, t-shirts, and hoodies are the most commonly customizable products. Safety gear (helmets, gloves) may have restrictions due to CE certification requirements.

Step 2: Upload your logo during checkout

When you add a customizable product to your cart and proceed to checkout, you'll see an option to upload your logo.

What to upload:

High-resolution logo file (vector formats preferred: SVG, AI, EPS, or high-res PNG/JPG)
Color preferences if applicable
Placement notes (chest, back, sleeve—though brands may have limitations)

Good to know: Don't worry if you're not a designer. If you only have a low-res logo, upload what you have and mention it in the order notes. We'll reach out if the brand needs a better file.

Step 3: We coordinate with the brand

After you place your order, we forward your logo and customization details to the brand. The brand reviews:

Technical feasibility: Can the logo be printed on this product?
Placement options: Where can the logo go without affecting safety or aesthetics?
Pricing: What will the customization cost based on method, complexity, and quantity?
Timeline: How long will it take to produce?

Why brands review this: They know their products best. A logo that looks great embroidered on a polo might need a different method on a waterproof jacket. Brands ensure quality and safety aren't compromised.

Step 4: You receive a preview and pricing

Before any printing starts, we send you:

Digital preview: Mockup showing exactly where the logo will appear and how it will look
Final pricing: Total cost including logo printing (no surprise charges)
Estimated timeline: When your order will ship

At this point, you can:

✓ Approve and proceed with production
✗ Request changes (different placement, size adjustments)
✗ Cancel customization (you can still receive the plain product, or cancel entirely)

Quick tip: This approval step protects you. Once printing starts, customized items can't be returned (unless defective). Double-check sizing, colors, and placement before approving.

Step 5: Brand prints your logo

Once you approve, the brand starts production using one of these methods:

Embroidery (most common for workwear)

Logo is digitized (converted to machine-readable format)
Embroidery machine stitches logo onto product
Quality check to ensure placement and stitching are correct

Screen printing

Screens are created for each color
Ink is pressed through screens onto fabric
Cured (heat-set) to make it permanent

Heat transfer / Vinyl

Logo is cut from vinyl material
Heat-pressed onto product
Quick method, good for small runs

Direct-to-garment (DTG)

Logo is printed directly onto fabric using specialized printer
Works like a regular printer but for clothes
Best for complex multi-color logos

Good to know: You don't choose the method—brands recommend the best approach for each product based on fabric, durability needs, and logo complexity.

Step 6: Quality control

Before shipping, brands inspect:

Logo placement accuracy
Print/embroidery quality
No defects or misprints
Product meets original specifications

Why quality control matters: Customized items can't be easily returned, so brands are extra careful. If something doesn't meet their standards, they redo it before shipping.

Step 7: Brand ships directly to you

Your customized workwear ships directly from the brand's warehouse to your address—same as non-customized orders.

Tracking: You'll receive tracking info once it ships.

Timeline: Typical total timeline from order to delivery:

Logo approval: 1-3 business days
Production: 5-14 business days (varies by brand and method)
Shipping: 2-5 business days

Total: 8-22 business days for most custom orders.

Who does what

Understanding roles helps explain why the process works this way:

Who	What They Do
You	Upload logo, approve preview, receive final product
Droppe	Coordinate between you and brand, show pricing, facilitate approval
Brand	Review technical feasibility, create preview, print logo, ship product

Why brands print in-house: They know their products best, control quality, and ensure customization doesn't void safety certifications (critical for PPE).

What brands verify before printing

Brands check several things before printing your logo:

1. Logo file quality

Is the resolution high enough for printing?
Is the file format compatible with their equipment?
Are colors specified clearly?

2. Intellectual property

You've warranted that you own or have rights to use the logo
Brands want to avoid legal issues from printing trademarked logos without authorization

3. Safety compliance (for PPE)

Will logo placement affect reflective stripes or safety features?
Does customization maintain CE certification?
Are there specific regulations (e.g., flame-resistant workwear can't have certain inks)?

4. Technical compatibility

Will this logo work with the fabric type?
Is the placement physically possible given product construction (seams, pockets, zippers)?
What method works best for durability?

Good to know: If a brand finds an issue, they'll suggest alternatives. For example, if your logo is too detailed for embroidery, they might recommend screen printing or a simplified version.

What if I need changes after ordering?

Before production starts (during preview approval): Easy. Request changes via email or chat. We'll coordinate with the brand.

After you've approved and production started: Changes are difficult or impossible. Customized items are made specifically for you—stopping mid-production wastes materials.

After production is complete: No changes possible. Customized items can't be returned unless defective.

Quick tip: Take your time during the preview approval step. This is your last chance to make changes before production locks in.

Why the approval step exists

The honest reason: Customized products can't be returned (EU Consumer Rights Directive Article 16(c) exempts personalized goods). The approval step ensures you know exactly what you're getting before we make it.

What we think is fair: You shouldn't receive a surprise when your package arrives. The preview shows placement, size, and method. If it's not what you expected, we fix it before printing—not after.

Our philosophy on customization workflow

We think logo printing should be transparent but not overwhelming. You don't need to know the technical details of embroidery digitization. You need to know: what it looks like, what it costs, when it ships.

That's why we handle coordination. You focus on running your business. We work with brands to handle the technical details. You just approve or reject the preview.

Fair deal: Brands do the work they're good at (printing). We do the work we're good at (coordinating and communication). You get professional team workwear without managing 10 emails per order.

Questions about the process?

Stuck at a certain step? Drop us a message or chat with us. We can check where your order is and move things along.

Want to see examples of past logo work? Ask the brand—many can share photos of previous customization jobs similar to what you're requesting.

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Updated on: 06/11/2025

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