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My Quick Answer Sublimation ghosting happens when your transfer paper shifts during or after pressing, leaving a faint shadow image next to your design. In most cases, you cannot cleanly fix sublimation ghosting after the transfer. Some salvage methods may lighten or disguise the problem on certain blanks, but results are inconsistent and may damage … Read more

Sublimating on decorative products looks much better than printing and using stickers. But there are some restrictions on materials that can be sublimated. So, what about foam boards? Can you sublimate on foam board?  Yes, you can sublimate on foam board, but only if the board is specifically labeled as sublimation-ready or has a sublimation-safe … Read more

Frustrated with the printing quality of your Ricoh printer? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. Unfortunately, Ricoh printers face some printing quality issues every now and then. But luckily we’ve got the solutions! Quick Answer: Ricoh Print Quality Issues Most common problems: Faded prints, vertical lines, ink smearing, grey backgrounds, and streaks. Quick fixes: … Read more

My Quick Answer Yes, you can sublimate on powder coated tumblers, but only when the coating system is compatible with dye sublimation and has been tested for that use. In the consumer craft market, polyester-based or explicitly sublimation-ready coatings are the safest starting point. If a seller only says “powder coated” without giving tested sublimation … Read more

This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. My Quick Answer Sublimation paper stuck to your tumbler usually comes from 3 main causes: wrong paper, wrong settings, or an unprepared tumbler surface. First, let the tumbler cool completely. Then peel slowly from one … Read more

My Quick Answer If your sublimation green is printing blue after pressing, a common cause is incorrect color management, especially the wrong ICC profile or a printer/software color-management conflict. Another common cause is a yellow ink problem: low yellow ink or a clogged yellow nozzle can shift greens toward blue or cyan. For best results, … Read more

Sometimes people face electrical problems such as breaker tripping after plugging their heat press. Facing this problem after buying new equipment is obviously concerning for the owner. So, why your heat press keeps tripping breaker? A heat press may cause a breaker to trip if it is using excessive power if the wiring is damaged, … Read more

This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. It is very likely to experience tape marks on the sublimation tumbler when you are trying it as a beginner. This problem can easily be solved if you can execute the sublimation process properly. So, … Read more

If you’re like many folks who use sublimation printing in their household, it is not uncommon for you to wonder why your finished product looks spotty and faded after washing. So the question comes to your mind, Why is my sublimation print faded after washing? Perhaps it was the wrong type of fabric used or … Read more

Customizing products with sublimation printing can be a great way to create unique and personalized items, whether displaying photos or logos on shirts and mugs. But one of the most common questions people have about this printing technique is how long does sublimation ink last? How long will my printed product last? In this blog … Read more