Sublimation

1.  YOU decide which style: Button-Down or Polo
2.  YOU design the pattern or choose from one of our templates!
3.  YOU select the colors for the shirts!
4.  YOU supply us with as many logos as you want!
And, WE make your shirts!

Sublimation is a process by which sublimation dyes are printed onto a piece of transfer paper with a special inkjet printer. Then, those dyes on the transfer paper are applied to the garment or promotional item under the heat and pressure delivered by a commercial heat press. When the heat and pressure are applied, the dye on the transfer paper “sublimates,” or becomes gas and is then absorbed into the polyester–the print is actually a “part” of the garment or item coating. It doesn’t fade easily, wear, or have any texture or weight.

When the heating cycle is complete, the design on the paper has been transferred to the item and has actually reformed into or underneath the surface. So, if you run your finger across the surface of the sublimated garment or item, you will feel nothing but the fabric or item. Since the dye penetrates the fibers of the garment or the coating of the promotional item, the design will never fade, crack, or peel.

Sublimation only works on garments made of 100% polyester or on specialty items made of polyester or are given a polyester coating. Therefore, dark materials cannot be used with the sublimated process; so all sublimated apparel and promotional items start out as solid white.

We sublimate on all types of fabrics. Typically, our clients prefer a 7- or 8-ounce teardrop mesh for their polo shirts. For sublimated t-shirts, we usually use our polyester/nylon blend spandex. All our fabrics are moisture wicking and breathable.

Pricing depends on the style, sizes, and number of shirts purchased. The minimum for custom sublimated shirts is four and you can select from our button-down, polo, and t-shirt patterns. Or, you can completely design your own pattern. As long as you provide us with vector artwork, there will be no setup charges! 

If you have questions about sublimation, please feel free to contact us.

Questions? Email Us.

You can also check out our pre-designed sublimation patterns on our USA Racing Apparel and American Bowling Apparel websites.