Sublimation

4 Simple Steps to Designing Your Sublimated Racing Shirts!

1.  YOU decide which style: Button-Down or Polo
2.  YOU design the pattern or choose from one of our templates!

3.  YOU select the colors for the shirts!
4.  YOU supply us with as many logos as you want!
And, WE make your shirts!

What is Sublimation?

Sublimation is a process by which sublimation dyes are printed onto a piece of transfer paper with a special inkjet printer. Then, those dyes on the transfer paper are applied to the garment under the heat and pressure delivered by a commercial heat press. When the heat and pressure are applied, the dye on the transfer paper “sublimates,” or becomes gas and is then absorbed into the polyester. The print is actually a “part” of the garment or item coating. It doesn’t fade easily, wear, or have any texture or weight.

Appearance

When the heating cycle is complete, the design on the paper has been transferred to the item and has actually reformed into or underneath the surface. So, if you run your finger across the surface of the sublimated garment or item, you will feel nothing but the fabric. Since the dye penetrates the fibers of the garment, the design will never fade, crack, or peel.

Best Applications

Sublimation only works on garments made of 100% polyester or on specialty items made of polyester or are given a polyester coating. Dark materials cannot be used with the sublimated process. So, all sublimated apparel start out as solid white.

We sublimate on all types of fabrics. For our racing shirts, you get to choose from an 8-ounce teardrop mesh or a 7-ounce teardrop mesh. Both materials are lightweight, breathable, and moisture wicking.

Cost

Pricing depends on the style, sizes, and number of shirts purchased. The minimum for custom sublimated racing shirts is 4 and you can select from button-down shirts and polo shirts. As long as you provide us with vector artwork, there will be no setup charges! 

Take a look at our Sublimated Racing Shirts link to view our standard templates. Or, don’t forget: You can design your entire shirt, using your own template, special colors, and as many logos as you want!