Can you sublimate 100% polyester shirt?

If you have a colored 100% polyester tee, you can still sublimate it. However, the color of the tee will heavily affect the final look. For example, we tested the same image on a blue 100% polyester shirt. The darker parts of the transfer looked good, but the lighter parts got lost in the blue.

What kind of shirt do you need for sublimation printing?

As mentioned above, the sublimation works with polyester which is why the best shirts to use for sublimation are 100% polyester or shirts with a high poly/cotton ratio. The higher the polyester the more vibrant and permanent the colors will be.

What is the best T-shirt material for printing?

100% Cotton Tried and true, cotton is one of the most popular T-shirt materials, and with good reason. This soft, comfortable material can be printed with just about any kind of ink or design. It’s hypoallergenic, which means it won’t irritate those with sensitive skin.

What Gildan shirts can I sublimate on?

SUBSTRATE: Only 100% polyester garments such as the GILDAN PERFORMANCE® 42000 and 42400 T-shirt families are suitable for dye sublimation. White or very light coloured garments are also essential, since any background colour will affect the appearance of the Image.

How much polyester does a shirt need for sublimation?

The general rule of thumb with a blend is that at least 50% of it must be polyester and the remaining fibers must be able to withstand about 400˚F on the heat press. Because 100% polyester is the best fiber choice, the natural assumption is that any polyester product can be sublimated, which is not true.

Are Gildan shirts polyester?

Description of Gildan 42000 / #09260 For a 100% polyester shirt, there is a surprising amount of style here. Our all-time top selling unisex essential t-shirt has the latest technology built right in – so it’s soft and dries fast, wicks moisture and resists snagging.

Will 50 polyester work for sublimation?

Dye sublimation, or DS, must be applied to polyester-based goods. The process will work on blends, but remember that if the garment is a 50/50 blend, then 50% of the ink will not saturate 50% of that garment. This results in a lot less color. Also, some polyester garments are not made specifically for sublimation.

What shirt blend is best for sublimation?

Regular Cotton It does work for sublimation, but where cotton shines is during direct to garment printing; the higher the cotton blend, the more vivid your print will be. Cotton shirts made with natural fibers tend to hold up better and last through more washes than synthetic ones.

Can you sublimate on 100 black polyester?

The short answer, yes. You absolutely can, but your results will vary greatly. Sublimation is a dye process and doesn’t print white. I mean, if you think about it, there really isn’t a way to dye something white anyway.