How to Transfer an Image onto Wood | Ink Jet Transfer Method

Here's a fun way to transfer color images onto wood using your ink jet printer. All you need is the backing paper from a sheet of address labels. Peel off all the labels then print your image on the coated side of the label sheet. Use a J Roller to press the image onto your project.
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[@rodinafreeman244]

wow i have a inkjet and i was about to buy huge polycrylic as well as laserjet printer :) i didnt know that more cheap and fast way to do it with inkjet thanks billions :D

[@homebuiltshop]

Awesome! I'm happy to hear it helped. Its fun to play with.

[@3588only]

I tried it out and it's was a great result but, I add couple of clear laquer splash and did super exposed more of the image. Thanks.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thats a great tip. I'll keep that in mind.

[@helenvandenadort5871]

Best option ever ! Thank you :) so simple compared to some other ways I've seen .

[@davidmorgan2632]

Brilliant demo Jeff, I've used this method before to transfer an image of wild horses to wood for burning in the image, Pyrography, in my case it worked better with normal print and yes I made the same mistake of not mirroring the image first, it happens to the best of us. Stay Safe all.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks David. Ive done this several times and I think every time I've forgotten to mirror the print. Sometimes I never learn. Lol.

[@jimryan8708]

Followed your instructions and printed an 8X10 on a piece of clear pine. Came out nicely. Thanks

[@homebuiltshop]

Fantastic!

[@phillipstanfill5392]

You are one smart cookie. I would have never thought of that. Way to go brother.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks. I didn't come up with it myself though. I've seen several other demos of this technique in the past. I just wanted to share it in case others hadn't seen it.

[@djpenton779]

Cool. I actually used this to transfer an image that I then routed out with my dremel (mounted in a base). I have a CNC machine on order, so engraving will probably be done that way eventually. But this provided me with a great interim method. I did seal the ink before engraving, natch.

[@homebuiltshop]

Very cool!

[@TheHairyDude]

Nice one, Jeff! I can see guitar head stock decals done this way.

[@homebuiltshop]

Yes. I've thought about that myself. I may have to play with it a little. It could even be used to apply some sort of graphic to the body or neck. I just thought of fretboard markers just now as I was typing this. I'm definitely going to try some smaller designs to see how that comes out.

[@RafikMankariosDrumStudio]

This video was simply splendid! Thank you for sharing this! Will try this very soon. Cheers!

[@homebuiltshop]

Have fun with it. There's a lot you could use this for if you get creative.

[@serenitysounds2769]

WOW!! It looks really clean, not smeared. Wonder if you have tried this on a painted surface or a piece of stained wood that already has poly on it?

[@Jack_Wolfe]

0:57 FINALLY someone who has an alternative for Freezer Paper.

[@Gabson9]

i have tryed with the back side of basic photo paper. It does work as well.

[@dianaruggianostewart1239]

I really wanted to do this on small round wood cuts to make ornaments as gifts but I didn't have a laser printer to do it the Modge Podge way. Thank you so much!

[@homebuiltshop]

Awesome, I'm glad it helped you out. Merry Christmas.

[@MissMolly3377]

You can use wax paper, too. Just cut the paper to size. "Christina Elizabeth" channel has a tutorial on doing that.

[@lindafoofoo]

I would imagine that applying a few coats of poly over the final product would help insure a good, stable image.

[@giovannipetitti1588]

Hello my friend I wish you happy Easter to you and your family ❤️.

[@homebuiltshop]

Happy Easter Giovanni!

[@megjamieson3881]

This is a fantastic way to transfer thank you

[@CM-wc4nf]

This is great, no transfer medium required like with laser jet transfers!? How to do you protect it afterward so it doesn't rub or scratch off over time?

[@lauramarshall6376]

Very cool. This is the first time I've seen this method. Thanks.

[@jay940]

Great idea, i will have to try this out. Your image came out great.

[@homebuiltshop]

Its a fun process to play with.

[@ronsbeerreviewstools4361]

Excellent vieo, very good info. Thanks and stay safe in these corona virus days.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks! We're doing good here, I hope you are the same.

[@winkfinkerstien1957]

Thank you!

[@homebuiltshop]

You're welcome!

[@petergwatts9037]

Best one I have seen on this subject, nice one man!

[@ceedub6233]

Great idea, how long before the ink dries on the wood. Happy Easter, blessings to you and your family

[@homebuiltshop]

It seems to dry quite fast. Its just a couple minutes or so. Happy Easter.

[@hassanal-mosawi6049]

Thanks for sharing that

[@mikeeldridge637]

Now I like that. Time to order ink I guess lol

[@homebuiltshop]

I think that's the worst part. Ink can get so expensive to replace.

[@cheyr49]

Wow! Awesome. Thanks for this. Thanks for sharing that it can also be transferred on darker wood/stained. I did hear that a printer won’t print white ink?? I don’t know how true that is, because I will like to transfer a white ink quote to darker wood. I’ll have to see for myself. Thanks again for the video!

[@homebuiltshop]

I haven't seen any home use ink jet printers with white ink. You can always use this to transfer a black outline to your project and then hand paint it in. That's what I did here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJisgYWaoNSCrcU

[@user-10021]

White cannot be printed as the only colors a printer has available are cmyk (cyan, magenta, yellow, black/keycolor). It uses those colors to mix the color you want to use. The lighter a color is the less amount of ink your printer „mixes“ basically as is doesnt have the option of using a tube of white paint

[@SCGNiagara101]

Whaaat? No mod pudge or mess? Why bless your soul!!

[@homebuiltshop]

No mess. It works very well this way.

[@SCGNiagara101]

@@homebuiltshop I take it this will work on painted wood also? I want to transfer an inkjet photo onto white painted wood…

[@moisesrobles7884]

Very nice tip I'm smashing my like botton kaboooooooooooooom

[@homebuiltshop]

Yeahhhhhhh! Thanks brother.

[@dannyingham5406]

Nice work my friend. Just wundering about J roller. Is it a rubber roller or a soft paint roller?

[@zafarabdullaev3626]

That's a great idea! I tried to follow your instructions but my printer doesn't grab the waxy side of sticker paper. Any solutions? Thanks

[@homebuiltshop]

Could you put some masking tape on the paper to give the printer something to grab on to?

[@shugo541]

this should work on bare aluminium shouldn't it? maybe after a light sand to tooth it? I suppose even painted after a light sand?

[@yahvahysrael]

I wonder if i could finish with a clear coating afterwards

[@homebuiltshop]

Yes you could. I've done that myself. I usually use a spray can and a couple light coats to lock the color in. A brush could possibly smear the color although I haven't tried it.

[@WryGrass100]

Whoa!!

[@homebuiltshop]

Its fun to play around with.

[@ArafatZaman]

Cool

[@cwdl2004]

Nice video.. ty.. but how many times can u print on one sheet before using next one ? ... ty

[@johnaustin1825]

Can one print onto black wood or any coloured wood?

[@stevenlarson6125]

Can you put finish over top? Such as a hardwax oil like OSMO, or a lacquer, without it smudging?

[@homebuiltshop]

I have used laquer several times and it works great. I start with a couple light coats to get it sealed in. Not sure about a wax, I haven't tried that. I feel like it would work but probably needs a test piece first.

[@stevenlarson6125]

@@homebuiltshop well OSMO Top Oil goes on like an oil, but seals and dries like a hardwax oil. Ill have to play. Id like to put a logo /maker's mark on my products but cant afford a cnc or laser right now.

[@homebuiltshop]

This would be a nice use for that.

[@charlotteshaffer369]

What kind of roller..I couldn’t make out what you said. Thanks

[@homebuiltshop]

It's called a J Roller. I think most hardware stores should have them.

[@Astaroth-cx]

Hi, do you know if this only works with raw wood, or I can transfer it over a light layer of paint? I have an idea but I need a white background to work.

[@homebuiltshop]

I feel like it would work over paint, but its worth testing it first.

[@charrua1029]

Can l use regular wax paper?

[@homebuiltshop]

I don't know, but I think you may have discovered something here. I bet it would work.

[@arthurlively6079]

where did you get the roller?

[@homebuiltshop]

You should be able to find one at the hardware store or online.

[@moisesviterbo5694]

Hello jeff! Nice tips simple and easy thank you 😊👍 Can I use any kind of sticker paper?

[@homebuiltshop]

As long its the backing from some type of sticker it should work fine. I believe its the waxy type coating on the paper that keeps the ink from soaking in. One thing I've been meaning to try is using a piece of wax paper from the kitchen to see if it works the same.

[@moisesviterbo5694]

@@homebuiltshop thank you😁

[@MissMolly3377]

@@homebuiltshop wax paper works. Christina Elizabeth channel has a tutorial on it.

[@Thalarctos.]

💖

[@misternewman1576]

Can the paper be cleaned and printed over again or do you have to use a new sheet every time?

[@homebuiltshop]

I never thought about that. I bet you could clean it off and reuse it. I usually end up slicing my paper all up but if you didn't cut it, I do think you could reuse it. Great idea.

[@InariiBels]

Silly question, but can you just use wax paper?

[@homebuiltshop]

Thats not a silly question at all. I would think wax paper would work great. The only thing I can think of is it would have to be flat. My wax paper is on a roll and always wants to curl up. If you got it flattened out first, I bet it would work. Great idea.

[@InariiBels]

@@homebuiltshop so I just tried it and it does indeed work!

[@InariiBels]

@@homebuiltshop It's just uber faded on wax paper and kinda hard to peel off lol

[@homebuiltshop]

Thats good to know. Thanks for testing that out.

[@johnaustin1825]

I used the sticky side after peeling and it jammed my printer (very sticky) Then I tried the waxy side of the paper but it only worked with black images and text. Oh Please, where did I go wrong?

[@homebuiltshop]

The waxy side is the right side. You print on the side that the stickers were on. I always set my printer to the best quality. I want it to put down as much ink as possible. Also, sounds silly but make sure you're not out of ink. Lol. I've done it, and couldn't figure out why it's not printing.

[@johnaustin1825]

@@homebuiltshop Many thanks for your advice. I eventually almost got there but it doesn't work very well on darkish plywood - (but looks old and authentic). Be interested to see your dark door results. Like your style.

[@MrWolfheart111]

This is kind of like how Tattoes are done.. :)

[@goldenbeta2020]

What setting do i put as the paper? Glossy? Ultra glossy? Regular? Mine is not printing good on the sticker paper . 😞

[@weebarra]

So it doesnt need to be a laser printer?

[@homebuiltshop]

There are ways to do this with a laser printer but this method is for an ink jet.

[@aaronb552]

What kind of printer do you use for this?

[@johnaustin1825]

Exactly what is the paper and where do you get it?

[@homebuiltshop]

Its just the backing from any sort of printable stickers. Inkjet printable address labels work great. Just peel off all the labels and use the waxy coated backer.

[@MissMolly3377]

Wax paper works, too. Probably cheaper.

[@adriennesmith6402]

Why does my words come out with bubbles

[@homebuiltshop]

Is the piece of wood fairly flat? Have you tried using a roller? Look at the ink on the page before applying it to the wood. Does it have complete coverage right out of your printer?

[@adriennesmith6402]

@@homebuiltshop I didn't put it on the wood because it didn't look right on the paper but I finally figured out have to changing settings and everything that my printer was not up to the task so I took it to a friend's house and did it on her printer and it turned out great when I get finished I'll send you a picture thanks again

[@lorrainewilliams7896]

I am a woman. If you want me to watch your video, do not call me a guy.

[@sarahrixon6511]

Really?! I'm a woman too and I saw nothing wrong with the use of guys, it's a colloquial term. Why do people have to get offended at absolutely everything these days?!

[@GMan-yv8cb]

@Sarah Rixon next it'll be "I "IDENTIFY" as a woman!" 🙄

[@coppulor6500]

🤦

[@fickfehler3866]

will this work on non porous like painted metal ?

[@homebuiltshop]

I'm not sure. You would have to do a test. My initial thought is that it would work but I have not tried it. I'd imagine you'd have to sand the finish first to give the ink something to stick to.