What the hell is Dye Sublimation printing?
Sublimation inks and printing are specially formulated for photographic quality images that surpass high end silk screening and rival offset press results.To understand sublimation inks, lets first discuss the meaning of sublimation.
Sublimation describes the process of a solid substance changing
directly into a gas or vapor, without first passing through the intermediary liquid state. An a example of this which is most recognizable is “dry ice”.
In the printing world the term “sublimation” is used to describe
heat-activated inks that change into gas when heated and have the ability to bond with polyester or acrylic surfaces.Sublimated images are extremely washable, and scratch resistant because the image is protected within the surface. Just like a tattoo is under the skin!
Why are sublimation t shirts more expensive than a standard shirt?
Sublimation shirts are made from a special polyester/cotton blend the polyester is on the outside which is the only material that sublimation
inks can adhere to.The inside is cotton. these shirts cost four times as much as a standard 100% cotton t shirt
Can you sublimate designs on black t shirts?
Unfortuanately no, sublimation ink does not work on opaque dark fabrics. We do carry ash, gray, sand and sky bue which is the darkest t-shirt colors that works on some designs.
How long does it usually take to print and ship my 313 order?
We print most of our tees as ordered and we also keep a small stock. All orders are printed the week they are received and shipped as soon as humanly possible USPS 1st Class and USPS PRIORITY MAIL on orders of 2 or more t shirts. Sublimation shirts are printed to order and can take up to 7 business days to ship.
Can I custom order a Dye Sublimation T Shirt with my own art, design or ideas?
Yes we can create any design on a t shirt you would like just contact us and we can help you with your ideas custom@313merch.com