Sublimation printing services
All-over edge-to-edge full-color printing on polyester apparel and white substrates. The choice for athletic wear, jerseys, and photo-real merchandise.
Sublimation infuses dye directly into polyester fibers - the result is print that becomes part of the fabric, not on top of it. No ink to crack, no edges to peel.
What it's best for
- All-over print apparel. Edge-to-edge designs on polyester jerseys, athletic wear, hoodies.
- Sports team uniforms. Sublimated jerseys with names + numbers + custom patterns.
- Polyester athletic wear. Performance fabric stays performance after decoration - no ink sitting on top blocking moisture-wicking.
- White or light-colored polyester. The substrate must be white or very light - dye-sub doesn't work on dark fabrics.
- Photo-real artwork. Full CMYK photographic detail at no extra cost.
- White-substrate hard goods. Coated mugs, white tumblers, photo plaques - dye-sub binds to a polymer coating.
What it's NOT best for
- Cotton or natural-fiber apparel. Dye-sub only bonds to polyester. Use screen print, embroidery, or DTF instead.
- Dark-colored polyester. The dye can't lighten the substrate - dark fabric remains dark. Use DTF instead.
- Stainless steel drinkware. Use UV print or laser engrave.
- Leather, wood, glass. Wrong substrate - use other methods.
Pricing model
- Per-piece cost: $5-15 depending on print area (all-over costs more than left-chest).
- Setup fee: $25-75 one-time per design.
- Color count is free - all-CMYK + photographic at the same price.
- Per-piece variable artwork (per-name jerseys) at no setup uplift.
Substrates we sublimate
- White / light polyester apparel (jerseys, athletic shirts, hoodies)
- Performance polos (when 100% poly)
- Polyester totes + drawstring bags
- Coated mugs (ceramic with poly coating)
- Coated tumblers (when listed as sublimation-ready)
- Photo plaques + panels (poly-coated MDF)
- Mouse pads + desk mats
Common questions
Will the sublimation fade or crack?
No - dye is infused into the fabric, not sitting on top. Won't crack or peel. Light fade after years of UV exposure on outdoor use.
Can I sublimate on a dark blue polyester jersey?
No - dye-sub can only add color, not lighten. Dark substrates stay dark. Use DTF or screen print on dark fabrics.
What about cotton/poly blend t-shirts?
Limited - the dye only bonds to the polyester portion, so a 50/50 cotton/poly will print at half intensity. Use 100% polyester for best results.
All-over print is so cool - what's the catch?
Cost (all-over print is ~3x left-chest cost) and substrate constraint (polyester only). When the use case fits, it's worth it.
