Sublimation

Colour without limits.

Full-colour customization for compatible performance apparel, jerseys and products where the design becomes part of the material.

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Full-colour designs made for compatible performance applications.

Sublimation Printing

When the design needs to become part of the product.

Sublimation uses heat to transfer specially printed artwork into compatible material rather than placing a separate layer on top of it.

This makes it especially useful for polyester-based performance apparel, jerseys and selected products designed for sublimation.

It also allows detailed, full-colour artwork to cover larger areas of a compatible garment when the project calls for a more complete custom look.

Applications

Built around compatible products.

Sublimation performs best on products and fabrics specifically suited to the process, particularly polyester and performance applications.

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Jerseys

Full-colour team designs for compatible performance jerseys.

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Performance Shirts

Custom graphics for polyester-based athletic and performance apparel.

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Teamwear

Coordinated full-colour apparel for teams, clubs and organizations.

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Event Apparel

Bold custom designs for compatible event and group apparel.

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Custom Uniforms

Full-colour layouts across compatible uniform applications.

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Sublimation Products

Selected products specifically manufactured for sublimation printing.

In Production

From printed artwork to finished apparel.

See two stages of the sublimation process: preparing the printed artwork and transferring the design onto the compatible material.

Stage 01

Sublimation Printing

The full-colour artwork is prepared for the transfer stage.

Stage 02

Heat Transfer

Heat transfers the printed design into the compatible fabric.

Finished Northern Threads sublimated Fire shirt
Finished Product

From a blank surface to a complete design.

Sublimation makes it possible to build a design around the garment itself, making it especially useful for bold performance apparel and teamwear.

✓ Full-colour artwork
✓ Large-area design possibilities
✓ Strong option for performance apparel
✓ Ideal for custom jerseys and teamwear
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The Right Fit

Not every product is made for sublimation.

Sublimation depends on the material and product. The best results generally come from compatible polyester-based fabrics and products manufactured specifically for sublimation.

If you’re unsure whether sublimation is the right method for your project, send us the details and we can help determine the appropriate option.

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Compatible Material

The fabric or product must be suited to the sublimation process.

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Performance Applications

Polyester-based performance apparel is a common use for sublimation.

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Full-Colour Designs

Sublimation is especially useful when the project calls for detailed colour.

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Project Review

We can review the product and artwork before recommending the decoration method.

Who It’s For

Full-colour apparel for teams that want to stand out.

Sublimation is especially useful for sports, performance and team projects built around custom full-colour designs.

Sports Teams
Schools
Clubs
Leagues
Events
Organizations
Performance Teams
Custom Projects
How It Works

From artwork to full-colour apparel.

A straightforward process for building your sublimation project.

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Share Your Project

Send your artwork, quantity, product needs and timeline.

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Confirm Compatibility

Select suitable products and materials for sublimation.

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Approve Your Design

Review the artwork and project details before production.

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Production

Your approved design moves into sublimation production.

Planning Your Order

Tell us what you’re trying to create.

Include the main details of your sublimation project so we can better understand the products, artwork and timeline you’re working with.

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Products

Tell us what type of jersey, apparel or product you need.

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Quantity

Include the approximate number of pieces in your order.

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Artwork

Upload your logo or full-colour design with the quote request.

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Timeline

Let us know when you need your completed order.

Ready to build something in full colour?

Tell us about your sublimation project, artwork, quantity and timeline.

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