Sublimation

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Sublimation: the entire universe in one place

Sublimation inks (Sublijet, VersiFlex, Chromablast), papers, printer kits, polyester textiles, sublimable objects (ceramic, metal, wood, glass, acrylic…), smartphone cases and accessories — Créadhésif is your sublimation partner from A to Z.

Polyester Cotton Mugs & Ceramics Sublimable Items ✦ VersiFlex Cotton

Understanding the technique

What is sublimation?

Sublimation is the simplest and most effective technique for transferring high-quality photos or images onto a wide variety of materials. Using a dedicated printer, you print your image onto sublimation transfer paper. Under the heat and pressure of a heat press, the ink vaporizes and penetrates directly into the fibers of the material—without any added thickness, smudging, or a perfectly smooth and even finish.

There are two types of sublimation : polyester sublimation (for textiles and objects with a polyester coating) and cotton sublimation (for light-colored natural textiles). The new VersiFlex Sawgrass now allows you to combine both in a single system.

The 2 techniques

Polyester or cotton sublimation?

Polyester sublimation

The most versatile

✓Textiles made of at least 60% polyester
✓White or light-colored substrates only
✓Items with a polyester coating (mugs, plaques, puzzles…)
✓Perfect color reproduction, invisible touch
✓Sublijet inks — TruePix paper
→ See polyester sublimation inks
Cotton sublimation

For natural textiles

✓Textiles made of at least 60% cotton
✓White or very light-colored substrates only
✓Dedicated Chromablast inks — Chromablast paper
✓T-shirts, tote bags, baby bodysuits, cotton towels
→ See Chromablast cotton inks
VersiFlex Sawgrass
✦ New

Polyester AND cotton in a single system

✓Light cotton, raw wood, unglazed ceramic, nylon
✓Automatic contouring — no cutting required
✓Resistant to up to 30 washes
✓Compatible with SG500 and SG1000 — single Expander cartridge
→ Discover the VersiFlex SG500 package

All categories

Explore the entire sublimation universe

Essential consumable

Sublimation inks

Sublijet polyester, VersiFlex cotton & polyester, Chromablast cotton, inks for Epson, Mimaki, Roland and Mutoh.

Sublijet VersiFlex Chromablast Epson Mimaki · Roland
Printing media

Sublimation papers

TruePix polyester, specific Sublijet papers, VersiFlex Light, Chromablast cotton — the right paper for your ink and substrate.

TruePix VersiFlex Light Chromablast Specifics
Full startup

Printer kits, ink & paper

Sawgrass SG500 polyester sublimation printer, VersiFlex cotton & polyester pack, Epson large format printers.

SG500 Polyester VersiFlex Large Format Epson
Additional equipment

Sublimation accessories

Sleeves, ovens, DigiCoat coating, ink collectors, Teflon, heat-resistant tape, heat-shrink films.

DigiCoat Teflon Heat Shrink Sleeves & Ovens
Textile supports

Textile to be sublimated

Polyester t-shirts, luggage, cushion covers, barrier masks, plush toys, mouse pads — all ready to enhance.

Polyester textiles, luggage, cushions, mouse pads
Objects & gifts

Sublimable objects

Acrylic, slate, wood, plastic, glass, metal, Chromaluxe plates, puzzles, keychains, magnets, photo frames, coasters…

Metal Wood Chromaluxe Puzzles +15 categories
Ceramic

Sublimable ceramic

Mugs and cups, tiles, ceramic magnets, piggy banks, pots, vases, gift boxes — all with sublimable coating.

Mugs & cups Tiles Money boxes & jars Gift boxes
High-tech

Smartphone cases

Sublimable cases for iPhone, Samsung and Huawei — personalize your cases with your own designs.

iPhone Samsung Huawei
Bestsellers & Trends
New products

Universe of sublimation

Bestsellers, cooking, interior design, children & pets, sports, bathroom, Christmas, Valentine's Day, summer… Get inspired!

Bestsellers New Arrivals Christmas Summer +10 categories
Printing service

Sublimation paper printing

Don't have a printer? Have your design printed on sublimation paper in mug, A4 or A3 format — ready to press.

Mug format A4 format A3 format
Learn

Blog & sublimation tutorials

Blog, YouTube tutorials, specific papers, pressing conditions and sublimation production costs — all our resources are free.

Blog YouTube Pressing conditions Production costs

Starter kit

Everything you need to get started in sublimation

Three things are essential: a suitable printer, the right inks, and the right paper. Add a heat press and you're ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ — Sublimation

Which printer is best for starting out in sublimation printing? +

The Sawgrass SG500 is our go-to printer for beginners: compact, A4 format, Wi-Fi enabled, and with ready-to-use Sublijet inks. For professionals looking to sublimate on both cotton and polyester with a single system, the VersiFlex SG500 package is the most versatile solution on the market. For larger formats, Epson printers are also available.

Does sublimation work on black cotton? +

No. Traditional sublimation (polyester or cotton) only works on white or very light-colored fabrics . Sublimation inks are translucent—they don't cover dark backgrounds. To personalize dark textiles, opt for DTF transfers or HTV sublimation papers (LibertySubli, LibertyPatch) which incorporate an opaque white layer.

Can you sublimate on any mug? +

No. The mug must have a specific polyester coating for the sublimation inks to adhere properly. The "sublimable" mugs sold by Créadhésif have this coating. A standard ceramic mug bought in a supermarket will not be suitable for sublimation. The temperature is 200°C for 3 minutes using a dedicated mug press.

What is VersiFlex and how is it different from classic sublimation? +

VersiFlex traditional inks. This Expander creates an intermediate layer that allows for transfer onto natural materials (light cotton, raw wood, unglazed ceramic, nylon) without polyester coating. The result: a single printing system for both traditional polyester sublimation and cotton transfer, with automatic edge trimming and resistance to up to 30 washes.

Is it possible to do sublimation printing without a printer? +

Yes. Créadhésif offers a sublimation printing service in mug, A4, and A3 sizes. You send us your file, we print and ship your ready-to-press paper. All you need is a heat press (or a mug press). It's ideal for testing the technique or producing small runs without investing in a printer.

Ready to get started with sublimation?

Our team can advise you on choosing your kit, inks, and media.
[email protected] — 01 34 33 01 55 — Ennery (95), Val-d'Oise

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