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Sublimation

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Silk-Screen

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Embroidery

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DTF

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Puff Print

Sublimation Printing

Sublimation printing is a specialized method for transferring artwork onto garments using heat and pressure. This process transforms the ink into a gas, which embeds into the fabric's fibers, ensuring exceptional durability and a seamless look. Unlike heat transfer printing, sublimation creates vibrant and detailed designs without the rubbery texture.

Materials Suitable for Sublimation

Sublimation printing is not suitable for cotton-based fabrics. It performs best on synthetic materials such as:

  • • Microfiber Eyelets
  • • Microfiber Interlock
  • • Mini Mesh
These materials are ideal for various garments, including:
  • • Round neck and V-neck t-shirts
  • • Polo tees
  • • Singlets
  • • Muslimah attire
How Sublimation Works

Sublimation involves the transformation of a solid directly into a gas, bypassing the liquid state. Here’s how the process unfolds:

  • 1.   Ink Conversion: Special sublimation ink is first converted into a gaseous form using heat.
  • 2.   Ink Application: This gaseous ink is then applied to the fabric through advanced printing machinery specifically designed for sublimation.
  • 3.   Fiber Penetration: The gaseous ink permeates the fibers of the garment.
  • 4.   Cooling and Solidification: As the ink cools, it returns to a solid state, bonding with the fabric fibers and resulting in a vibrant, durable print.
Advantages
  • •   Intricate Designs:
    Leveraging advanced ink-jet printing technology, sublimation produces highly detailed and vibrant prints. This technology is akin to that used in modern photographic printers, resulting in stunning color accuracy and fine details.
  • •   Long-Lasting Designs:
    Sublimation printing is renowned for its durability. The ink becomes embedded in the fabric fibers, ensuring that the design doesn’t peel or fade over time. This method is particularly recommended for items like t-shirts and company uniforms where longevity and a soft, natural feel are important.
Disadvantages
  • •   Limited Fabric Compatibility:
    Sublimation printing is not suitable for cotton fabrics. The process involves high heat that turns the ink into gas, which is absorbed by synthetic fibers but not by cotton. This heat can adversely affect cotton fibers, preventing proper ink absorption and adhesion.
Overall, sublimation printing offers exceptional quality and durability for synthetic fabrics but has limitations with cotton-based materials.
2. Silk-Screen Printing
Advantages
  • •   Durable & Long-Lasting:
    Silkscreen printing is known for its exceptional durability. The specially formulated inks are pressed into the fabric, making the designs resistant to washing and physical wear. This makes it an excellent choice for items that need to withstand heavy use, such as uniforms and activewear.
  • •   The Ability to Scale:
    Silkscreen printing allows for efficient resizing of images and logos for different areas of a garment. Whether you need a logo on a pocket, sleeve, or the back of a shirt, the use of photosensitive masks streamlines the process, reducing labor and setup time compared to other methods.
  • •   Vivid Colour Palette:
    This printing method is celebrated for its vibrant color reproduction. Plastisol inks, commonly used in silkscreen printing, provide rich colors that are resistant to fading. The straightforward nature of the process also allows for creative modifications, making it a popular choice for artistic and unique designs.
  • •   Economies of Scale:
    As order sizes increase, the cost per item decreases because the fixed setup costs are distributed across a larger number of prints. This makes silkscreen printing particularly cost-effective for larger production runs, often becoming more budget-friendly compared to heat transfers.
Overall, sublimation printing offers exceptional quality and durability for synthetic fabrics but has limitations with cotton-based materials.
3. Embroidery
Advantages
  • •   Embroider Anything:
    Embroidery is incredibly versatile, suitable for a wide range of materials including leather, polyester, nylon, cotton, and synthetic fabrics. This flexibility allows for customization of various items such as bags, dresses, baseball caps, robes, polo shirts, dress shirts, and many other clothing and accessory types.
  • •   Professional Appearance:
    Known for its elegance and durability, embroidery is often associated with high-quality, professional attire. It’s a preferred choice for official uniforms, commercial branding, and corporate apparel. Embroidery can enhance the aesthetic appeal of logos and designs, often surpassing other printing methods like silk screen or direct-to-garment printing in terms of sophistication and longevity.
  • •   Long-Lasting Designs:
    Embroidery offers impressive durability due to the use of strong nylon threads. The colors in embroidered designs resist running or fading, maintaining their vibrancy for many years. This makes it an ideal choice for items that see frequent use, such as uniforms, towels, and corporate wear.
Disadvantages
  • •   Setup Time and Cost:
    The embroidery process requires significant setup time and resources, which can result in higher costs, particularly for larger designs or on more substantial items like jackets. The initial setup, including digitizing the design and preparing the embroidery machines, can be more involved compared to other methods.
Overall, embroidery offers a professional, durable, and versatile solution for enhancing a wide variety of items with a high-quality finish.
4. DTF Printing
Direct Transfer Film (DTF) Printing

DTF printing is a versatile and emerging printing technique similar to Direct to Garment (DTG) printing but with expanded capabilities. Unlike DTG, which is primarily limited to cotton fabrics, DTF printing can be applied to a wide range of materials, including nylon, polyester, denim, silk, and cotton. This flexibility has made DTF a popular choice for various types of apparel.

How DTF Works
  • •   Print on Film
    A mirrored image of the design, including a white base color, is printed onto a PET film. This film acts as the transfer medium for the garment. types.
  • •   Powder Application
    A hot-melt powder is applied to the printed film using an Automatic Powder Shaker. The powder ensures an even coat and acts as a barrier between the image and the fabric.
  • •   Powder Melting
    The film with the applied powder is heated in a curing oven until the powder melts, creating a strong adhesive that bonds the image to the garment.
  • •   Transfer
    The image and melted powder are transferred to the garment using a heat press. Proper pressing is crucial to avoid wrinkling or peeling of the image.
  • •   Cold Peel
    After pressing, the transfer paper is peeled away once the image and garment have cooled. This step ensures the best adhesion of the image to the fabric.
  • •    Post-Pressing (Optional)
    For enhanced durability, the garment may undergo a final heat press for 8-10 seconds. This additional step strengthens the bond between the ink and the fabric, improving washability and resistance to wear.
Advantages
  • •   Fabric Compatibility:
    Suitable for a wide range of fabrics, including synthetic materials and blends.
  • •   Precision:
    Excellent for small text and detailed designs.
  • •   No Pre-Treatment:
    Unlike DTG printing, DTF does not require pre-treatment of fabrics.
  • •   No Screen Blocks Needed:
    Simplifies the process compared to silkscreen printing, eliminating the need for screens.
  • •   Unlimited Colors:
    Capable of printing designs with any number of colors, providing flexibility and vibrancy.
  • •   No Cutting or Weeding:
    Streamlines the production process by removing the need for cutting or weeding.
  • •   Durability and Vibrancy:
    Results in vibrant colors with good wash durability and a subtle tactile feel.
  • •   Efficiency:
    Faster and less labor-intensive compared to DTG printing.
Disadvantages
  • •   The Feel of Printed Area:
    The printed areas may have a slightly different texture compared to DTG-printed areas.
  • •   Cost for Larger Areas:
    Printing larger areas can become more expensive, making it less cost-effective for large-scale prints.
DTF printing offers a versatile, high-quality solution for various fabrics and designs, with benefits in color accuracy, durability, and efficiency. However, it may not be the best choice for very large print areas due to cost considerations and may feel different compared to other methods like DTG.
5. Puff Print

Puff ink printing is a form of screen printing that utilizes specialty ink mixed with a foaming agent activated by heat. The ink is printed using a conventional screen printing technique. Then, as the garment passes through the dryer, the ink puffs up and expands. You will comprehend puff screen printing if you have ever baked a cupcake. The pigment is applied similarly to the batter. The ink rises after “baking” and ultimately “crests over” the top. This pouf technique benefits custom T-shirts, hoodies, and crew neck sweatshirts.

Advantages
  • •   Professional Appearance
    Once heat-set, rubber prints have a clean, professional look, enhancing the overall finish of the garment.
  • •   Washable and Dry-Cleanable
    Rubber-printed fabrics are durable and easy to care for, being both washable and suitable for dry cleaning. This makes maintenance straightforward and convenient.
  • •   Versatile Fabric Compatibility
    Rubber printing works well on a variety of fabrics, from 100% cotton to 100% polyester, providing flexibility in material choice.
  • •   Extensive Color Palette
    The method supports a broad range of colors, and any excess pigment used in the process can be reused, optimizing material efficiency.
Disadvantages
  • •   Limited Detail Capability
    Rubber printing is not ideal for highly detailed artwork. It is best suited for line weights of 1 pt or greater, and halftone marks should not be smaller than 20 lpi. This limitation means finer details may not reproduce well.
  • •   Not Suitable for Raster-Based Images
    This method does not work well with image-based (raster) prints, which can limit its application for complex photographic designs.
  • •   Incompatibility with Special Effects
    Rubber printing does not accommodate certain print effects, such as foil, flock, or highdensity prints. This restricts its use for designs requiring these specific finishes.
Overall, rubber printing offers a durable and professional finish for various fabric types and colors but may not be suitable for highly detailed or image-based artwork, and it lacks compatibility with certain special print effects.