Oh my goodness Rachel, I found myself holding my breathe as you did the 400 degrees for 100 minutes. Unbelievable results. Excellent comparison demonstration. Thank you. Wishing you a super week. Hugs Susan
More of an infomercial for Cricut than a good experiment. The Teflon is used to protect the press, it doesn't DO anything. And you have a mask on top of the vinyl, so it would make no difference. If you do multiple layers of vinyl, you need Teflon to stop the platen getting covered in glue. You can also use parchment paper instead. Going 400F is a bit silly on any fabric, it can start a fire.
Great comparison. The Teflon sheet protects your EasyPress, not the fabric. Heat passes through it, just like on a non-stick pan. Recommended heat and durations are material specific as htv has a broad range of temperature tolerance, as you demonstrate. Remember the organizer thing y’all melted? It would have still melted with a Teflon sheet, but not stuck to the EasyPress.
I feel like it is definitely need in multi layer projects. Has save me a time or two. Amazon has a lack of 3 14x16 for 6.99z. That’s what I use for me heatpress as well as my Easypress.
It’s really different when you do white vinyl on black material. The vinyl starts to show black spots where it is melting into the material it is being pressed into
Thank you for this video! I recently read about the toxic and cancer-causing issue due to Teflon, and I’m trying to work towards being more green with my methods. I’m trying to completely get rid of all Teflon in my household-if you haven’t read about the dangers of it, I highly suggest doing so; it is crazy! So this video helps because I make clothes and use Teflon, but now I’m ditching it!
when your doing multi htv layers is when the teflon sheet is in more demand. that way you don't need to keep using the previous transfer sheet and it allows you to avoid getting the transfer sheet lines in previously heated vinyl. (overlapping)
I thought a teflon sheet was for when you layer vinyl and you have vinyl that the carrier sheet isn't covering, so you use the teflon sheet to protect the vinyl with no carrier sheet?? Yes, could see the smoke! I can't believe the socks didn't scorch Probably wasn't good for you to smell it. lol Interesting test.
@K M If you are adding another layer on top of your design where you have already pressed, then yes you need the teflon sheet so you don't damage what vinyl is already down. Does that make sense?
@K M That's the way you do it. I like to know ahead of time too, that way you are less likely to make mistakes. As the commercial, "the more you know'. lol Glad I could be of help!
Kellie - it wasn't the Teflon sheet, it was just the heat :) After an hour or so I'm sure the shirt returned to its normal color. Some of our shirts have done that too.
Heated teflon will kill my parrot and it's horrible for other pets. What can you use instead? Reynold's parchment paper? Can you just use another piece of material instead?
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Where can I get the printed guide book that you used
Oh my goodness Rachel, I found myself holding my breathe as you did the 400 degrees for 100 minutes. Unbelievable results. Excellent comparison demonstration. Thank you. Wishing you a super week. Hugs Susan
I was holding my breath too, Susan! LOL. Thank you, I hope you have a great week too :)
More of an infomercial for Cricut than a good experiment. The Teflon is used to protect the press, it doesn't DO anything. And you have a mask on top of the vinyl, so it would make no difference. If you do multiple layers of vinyl, you need Teflon to stop the platen getting covered in glue. You can also use parchment paper instead. Going 400F is a bit silly on any fabric, it can start a fire.
Great comparison. The Teflon sheet protects your EasyPress, not the fabric. Heat passes through it, just like on a non-stick pan. Recommended heat and durations are material specific as htv has a broad range of temperature tolerance, as you demonstrate. Remember the organizer thing y’all melted? It would have still melted with a Teflon sheet, but not stuck to the EasyPress.
I feel like it is definitely need in multi layer projects. Has save me a time or two. Amazon has a lack of 3 14x16 for 6.99z. That’s what I use for me heatpress as well as my Easypress.
It’s really different when you do white vinyl on black material. The vinyl starts to show black spots where it is melting into the material it is being pressed into
Thank you for this video! I recently read about the toxic and cancer-causing issue due to Teflon, and I’m trying to work towards being more green with my methods. I’m trying to completely get rid of all Teflon in my household-if you haven’t read about the dangers of it, I highly suggest doing so; it is crazy! So this video helps because I make clothes and use Teflon, but now I’m ditching it!
Glad it was helpful!
Next release - Cricut fire extinguishers. Lol
the teflon sheet is mostly used to protect the press from the vinyl. the vinyl can be pressed directly to the teflon without the transfer sheet.
when your doing multi htv layers is when the teflon sheet is in more demand. that way you don't need to keep using the previous transfer sheet and it allows you to avoid getting the transfer sheet lines in previously heated vinyl. (overlapping)
I thought a teflon sheet was for when you layer vinyl and you have vinyl that the carrier sheet isn't covering, so you use the teflon sheet to protect the vinyl with no carrier sheet?? Yes, could see the smoke! I can't believe the socks didn't scorch Probably wasn't good for you to smell it. lol Interesting test.
I use a Teflon sheet after I take the transfer sheet off. It is nice because the Teflon doesn’t stick to the vinyl.
@@cottontailkisses Yes, that too! lol
@K M If you are adding another layer on top of your design where you have already pressed, then yes you need the teflon sheet so you don't damage what vinyl is already down. Does that make sense?
@K M That's the way you do it. I like to know ahead of time too, that way you are less likely to make mistakes. As the commercial, "the more you know'. lol Glad I could be of help!
Do you need to use the Teflon paper with a mug press? The htv already has a protective backing
Brave Girl!!!!! Loved it. Glad you got your rings back and love the nails!!!!
Thank you! How Thoughtful. This was actually filmed a while ago before I had to send my rings off :( But I got them back last week!
@@rachellangston I'm glad for you!!! You do such an awesome job for MGL!
I use parchment no problem
Do you use craft parchment or regular parchment you would cook with??
@@loracole5146 regular
Where can you find the guide she is using?
Thank you Rachel for the testing👍
Why not pre heat sock?
How do I get the guide book in this video?
ah once again, thank you so much for the video. So much help your channel has given me!!!
I have a Tim Holtz Teflon sheet. Is it the same as what you are using?
Ours is the Cricut brand one, but they're the same material yes :)
If i join do i get that book or do i print it out myself and do the files come with a license
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Thank you for this info! 💯
I love your comparison videos
Thank you, Barbara! :) I'm so glad you enjoy them.
What about porous material for example burlap
Ty!!
How do I get the Cricut printable guide?
We would love to help you out. Email us at hi@makersgonnalearn.com. Thank you!
Where did you get the book from?
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Does make the cut work with silhouette cameo 3
Great video! Thank you for the info!
Why?
My Teflon discolored my pink 100% Cotten shirt when I did it at 340 for 30 seconds
Kellie - it wasn't the Teflon sheet, it was just the heat :) After an hour or so I'm sure the shirt returned to its normal color. Some of our shirts have done that too.
Rachel Langston thank you for letting me know. It did go back but it only does that when I use the Teflon. So I thought it was that.
It's the material of the socks, why it bubbled.
p.s. Tanner comes in and finds Rachel’s on the floor passed out from hot vinyl chemicals and the craft table is smoldering...OH NO!
LOL xD
Hello Rachel!
Heated teflon will kill my parrot and it's horrible for other pets. What can you use instead? Reynold's parchment paper? Can you just use another piece of material instead?
Hello🤗. Good to know.
Shrinkage of the sock i assume
Thanks...
Rachel; Rachael; Rachaell; Rachail; Rachell; Rachal; Rachayl; Racaell; Rachal; Rachaell ;Raychel!
Apparently there are many according to online baby name book! 😉 means Lamb?
I use Teflon sheets with certain fabrics that are not 100% cotton.