Heat transfer paper is used with sublimation ink, pigment ink, solvent ink or others. Media: Sublimation paper can be transferred onto polyester, mouse pad, banner and hard surfaces, such as mugs, ceramic and aluminium plate. But heat transfer paper is usually transferred onto cotton.
Furthermore, can you use an HP printer for sublimation?
Can I Use my HP Printer for Sublimation? HP does have a line of printers that CAN and DO support sublimation ink, and UV ink. This special line of printers can print onto sublimation paper or directly onto fabric. They are huge, expensive, industrial printers made for the job.
Beside this, is sublimation better than vinyl?
Sublimation printing has a bit higher start-up coast when compared to heat transfer vinyl, but maybe a better option based on final results. To get started with sublimation printing you will need a sublimation printer, sublimation paper, heat press machine and blank apparel where our design will be transferred.
What kind of transfer paper do I need for sublimation?
Because sublimation adds no extra layer on top of the fabric, the material also needs to be white or very light-colored for your transfer to show. On the other hand, with heat transfer paper, you can decorate on light and dark-colored cotton, polyester and cotton-poly blends.