How are mugs printed?

How are mugs printed?

Our mugs are printed using a process called dye sublimation, which creates a vibrant, long-lasting design that becomes part of the mug rather than sitting on top of it.

Here's how it works:

  1. Your artwork is printed onto special transfer paper using dye-sublimation inks.
  2. The printed transfer is carefully wrapped around the mug.
  3. Heat and pressure are applied, causing the inks to turn into a gas and bond with the mug's specialized coating.
  4. As the mug cools, the ink becomes permanently embedded into the coating.

Because the design is infused into the mug's surface, the result is a durable, full-color print that won't peel or crack like traditional decals or stickers.



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