How long does logo printing take?
How long does logo printing take?
Logo printing typically takes 8-22 business days total from order to delivery. This includes approval (1-3 days), production (5-14 days), and shipping (2-5 days). Exact timelines vary by brand and method.
Why we can't give one universal timeline
The honest reason: Each brand works differently. Some have dedicated custom printing teams and finish in 5 days. Others batch custom orders weekly and take 14 days. We show estimated timelines per brand on product pages.
What we think is fair: Transparency upfront. You see the estimated timeline before ordering. If you're in a rush, we'll tell you which brands are fastest—or if rush options are available.
Typical timeline breakdown
Phase 1: Logo approval (1-3 business days)
After you place your order and upload your logo:
Day 1: We forward your logo to the brand
Day 1-2: Brand reviews technical feasibility, creates digital preview, confirms pricing
Day 2-3: We send you the preview for approval
Phase 2: Production (5-14 business days)
Once you approve the preview, production starts. Timeline depends on:
Method used:
- Screen printing: 5-7 days (fast once screens are made)
- Heat transfer: 5-8 days (quick setup, manual application)
- Embroidery: 8-14 days (digitizing takes time, stitching is slower)
- DTG (direct-to-garment): 7-10 days (print time + curing)
Brand capacity:
- Brands with in-house teams: Usually faster
- Brands outsourcing to specialists: Add 2-3 days for coordination
- Peak seasons (autumn workwear orders): Add 2-5 days
Order size:
- 1-10 items: Standard timeline
- 11-50 items: May add 2-3 days
- 50+ items: May add 5-10 days (batched production)
Phase 3: Shipping (2-5 business days)
Same as regular orders—brands ship directly to you from their warehouse.
- Germany to Germany: 2-3 days
- Cross-border EU: 3-5 days
- Remote areas: Add 1-2 days
Realistic examples
Fast scenario (8 business days total)
- Product: Polo shirts with simple 1-color logo
- Method: Screen printing
- Brand: In-house printing team
- Timeline:
- Approval: 1 day
- Production: 5 days
- Shipping: 2 days
Standard scenario (15 business days total)
- Product: Work jackets with embroidered logo
- Method: Embroidery
- Brand: Standard capacity
- Timeline:
- Approval: 2 days
- Production: 10 days
- Shipping: 3 days
Slow scenario (22 business days total)
- Product: 50 hoodies with complex multi-color logo
- Method: DTG printing
- Brand: Outsources to embroidery specialist
- Timeline:
- Approval: 3 days (back-and-forth on file quality)
- Production: 14 days (large quantity, outsourced)
- Shipping: 5 days (cross-border)
Can I get it faster?
Sometimes. Here's what affects speed:
Rush production (if available)
Some brands offer rush production for 20-50% extra cost. Typical rush timelines:
- Standard: 10-14 days → Rush: 5-7 days
- Extra fee: €50-150 depending on order size
Ask us about rush options when placing your order. Not all brands offer this, and availability depends on their current workload.
Choose faster methods
If speed matters more than method:
Fastest → Slowest:
- Heat transfer (5-8 days)
- Screen printing (5-7 days, but requires quantity)
- DTG printing (7-10 days)
- Embroidery (8-14 days)
Brands usually recommend the best method for each product, but you can ask: "What's the fastest option?"
Order during off-peak times
Slower periods (faster fulfillment):
- January-February (post-holiday slow season)
- June-July (before autumn workwear rush)
Busier periods (add 2-5 days):
- September-November (companies ordering autumn/winter workwear)
- March-April (spring workwear orders)
What slows down orders
Common delays to avoid:
1. Low-quality logo files
If your logo file is too low-resolution, brands can't print it. They'll ask for a better file—adding 1-3 days.
Solution: Upload vector files (SVG, AI, EPS) or high-res PNG/JPG (300 DPI minimum).
Read more: What file formats do you accept for logos?
2. Unclear approval
If you take 5 days to approve the preview, production starts 5 days later.
Solution: Check your email regularly after ordering. Approve or request changes within 24 hours.
3. Changes after approval
Requesting changes after approving the preview can restart production—adding another 5-14 days.
Solution: Double-check everything (size, colors, placement) before approving.
4. Incomplete information
Missing details (quantity, placement preference, color) require back-and-forth—adding 1-2 days.
Solution: Include notes during checkout: "Left chest placement, 8cm wide, navy blue thread."
Tracking your custom order
Custom orders follow the same tracking as regular orders:
- Order placed: You receive confirmation email
- Preview ready: We email you the mockup (1-3 days)
- Production started: After you approve
- Shipped: You receive tracking number
- Delivered: Workwear arrives
What if my order is taking longer than expected?
First 10 days: This is normal. Approval + production takes time.
After 15 days: Reach out to us. We can check with the brand and give you an update.
After 20 days: We'll escalate with the brand. Something may have caused a delay (equipment issue, file problem, etc.).
What we think is fair: You shouldn't have to wonder where your order is. If timelines stretch beyond what we promised, we'll find out why and keep you updated.
Our philosophy on custom order timelines
We think honesty beats false promises. We could say "5 days for all orders!" but that's not realistic. Different brands work at different speeds, and quality takes time.
Fair deal: We show realistic timelines upfront. If you need it faster, we'll tell you which brands can deliver—or if rush options exist. No surprises, no overpromising.
Questions about timelines?
In a rush? Drop us a message with your deadline. We'll recommend the fastest brands or check if rush production is possible.
Order taking longer than estimated? Reach out—we'll check the status with the brand.
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Updated on: 06/11/2025
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