Firstly, what is sublimation printing? Sublimation printing is a popular method of printing that aims at transferring a design from sublimation paper onto a piece of fabric or material by using pressure and heat (between 350 – 400 degrees). Changing the solid particles of the ink into a gaseous state, it is an easy and cost-effective way of adding personalization to products that is used by both companies and people at home.
It gives you the option to personalize and customize A large plus point of sublimation printing is the fact that it allows you to personalize what you are printing. You can modify the size and quality of the image that you are printing and fix any errors that occur digitally on the printer itself. This freedom allows you to get creative and make your ideas truly come to life in a way that isn’t possible through other methods.
It can be done quickly
This makes it incredibly convenient for anyone wanting to bring a design to fruition in a strict deadline. As it uses technology, it can be done a lot quicker than other methods that would require more human power. However, as a heat press needs to be accurate, the process will have to be monitored to ensure that the designs are being produced at the same level of quality each time.
It creates high-quality designs
The quality of the designs produced through sublimation printing tends to be a lot better than other forms of printing. The vibrancy is generally impressive, as is the DPI – depending on the printer you have purchased.
It creates designs that will last
The print that is produced by sublimation will not fade or peel, unlike other designs that are printed. This is because the ink is absorbed, rather than remaining as a layer on top of the fabric. This means that you can wash the item of clothing as many times as you want without having to worry.