What Is Sublimation Printing? Why It Lasts on Team Uniforms
If you have ever wondered why some team uniforms keep their colors for years while others crack, fade, or peel, the answer usually comes down to one thing: sublimation printing. Here is what it is, why it lasts, and why it is the right choice for custom team uniforms.
With sublimation, the design becomes part of the fabric, not a layer sitting on top of it. That is why it does not crack or peel.
What is sublimation printing?
Sublimation printing uses heat to turn special inks into a gas that bonds directly into the fibers of the fabric. Instead of sitting on top of the material like screen printing or vinyl, the color becomes part of the fabric itself.
Why sublimated uniforms last longer
Because the ink is embedded in the fabric, there is nothing to crack, peel, or flake off. Colors stay vivid wash after wash, and logos, names, and numbers do not degrade over a season of practices and games.
Unlimited colors and designs
Sublimation prints any number of colors, gradients, and full-coverage patterns at no extra cost, something screen printing cannot do affordably. Your logo, player names, numbers, and team patterns can be as bold as you want.
Lightweight and breathable
With no heavy ink layer on the surface, sublimated jerseys stay light and breathable, which matters when your team is competing.
Is sublimation right for your team?
For fully custom team uniforms in your colors and logo, sublimation is the standard for a reason. See what is possible for basketball, soccer, and baseball.
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