To get the workflow going, we recommend the following accessories for sublimation printing:
Heat gloves – protect your hands from burning when handling items.
Thermal tape + tape dispenser – use this heat resistant tape to secure your paper on items and prevent shifting or moving which can ruin the transfer. A tape dispenser cuts down on the production process by always keeping your tape ready for use.
Spray adhesive – another method to keep paper in place. Recommended for garments and fabrics.
Teflon sheets – protect your lower heat platen with this water proof Teflon that can be easily wiped off and cleaned. A Teflon sheet can also be placed on top of a transfer as extra protection.
Silicone sheets – The thinner and more temporary alternative of Teflon, these can also be used on the bottom platen as well as placed on top of the transfer, to catch any escaping ink from staining the heat press or prevent dirt from accidentally transferring on the substrate.
Heat transfer pillows – The life savers when it comes to pressing certain hard surface items, garment with seams or zippers, or raising an area of a T-shirt to prevent the dreaded indentations the paper edge can leave due to the pressure. We always keep a few of these close by.
Sublimation heating pad – A good accessory to have if you are pressing multiple ceramic or metal items. Works like magic by distributing the heat evenly throughout the whole surface area.
