Sublimation Printing in the Libratory: Image Set-Up for Beginners

Sublimation printing is an exciting technology with a lot of cool applications, but it requires a little technical knowledge on the part of the user. This document will help you start building that knowledge by teaching you how to set up digital files for sublimation printing. Proper image set-up is among the best ways to ensure sublimation printing success, so understanding these concepts will definitely improve your results.

IMPORTANT: If you are new to sublimation printing, you must read this document before making your appointment. Patrons booking sublimation printing appointments are expected to understand how to set up their own files. Patrons booking appointments on the Libratory's sublimation printing equipment are required to have read this.

IMPORTANT: Libratory staff will not create, print, or transfer anything for you. We're happy to show you how to use the equipment, but you are responsible for creating, printing, and pressing your items.

What is sublimation printing?

Sublimation printing is a kind of printing that uses both special paper and special ink. That special ink turns into a gas when placed under heat and pressure (“sublimation” is the scientific term for the process of the solid ink dye turning into a gas). This gas permeates specific surfaces and bonds with them, making it a great way to put colorful custom graphics on coffee mugs, tumblers, mousepads, shopping bags, t-shirts, and more. Click here to see a short video on the subject.

Sublimation-ready mugs (11 oz) are available for purchase in the Libratory for $7 each

Sublimation-ready mugs (11 oz) are available for purchase in the Libratory for $7 each