Dye-sublimation printing

Have you ever seen a picture on a t-shirt or mug that seemed like it was actually part of the fabric or material instead of just stuck on top of it? That's because it was probably made using dye-sublimation printing!

Dye-sublimation printing is a way to make really high-quality, long-lasting images on all kinds of surfaces, from t-shirts to phone cases to coffee mugs. It works by using a special printer that heats up ink until it turns into a gas. The gas then gets absorbed into the surface of whatever it's printing on, usually a type of polyester or polymer material.

Once the ink has become a part of the material, it's permanent and won't peel, crack or fade like other types of printing can. That makes it great for things like sports jerseys or uniforms that need to withstand lots of wear and tear, or for creating custom gifts that will last for years to come.

While dye-sublimation printing might sound complicated, it's actually pretty simple once you get the hang of it. And since it allows for such high-quality, professional-looking prints, it's become a popular choice for printing all kinds of designs on all kinds of products. So next time you see a cool picture or design on a t-shirt or coffee mug, you'll know it was probably made using dye-sublimation printing!