Whether you're a seasoned pro looking for tips and tricks or a beginner eager to learn the ropes, this guide is your ultimate resource. We'll walk you through step-by-step instructions, provide expert advice, and offer insights to ensure that using our hydro sublimation paper becomes a seamless and enjoyable experience. Let's dive in and unleash your creativity!
How to Sublimate Full Hydro Paper Pattern on a Tumbler
Step-By-Step Guide |
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1. Measure the area to be sublimated. Cut the hydro paper to needed size. |
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2. Wet evenly with water one side of the paper. |
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3. Fully wrap the tumbler with hydro paper and dampen paper with water. |
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4. Apply shrink film to entire tumbler. |
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5. Secure edges with heat tape. |
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6. Place in the sublimation oven. |
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7. With heat proof gloves, carefully remove the cup from the oven. |
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8. Allow to cool and remove heat tape or shrink wrap. Clean any residual tape with rubbing alcohol. Enjoy or give as a gift. These make great products to sell at markets and festivals! |
Suggested Sublimation Settings
| Drinkware | Temperature | Press Time | Oven Time |
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| Ceramic Mugs | 385° F | 240 seconds | 13 min |
| Stainless Steel Tumblers | 385° F | 60-120 seconds | 8 min |
| Beer Glass | 365° F | 180 seconds | 6 min |
| Enamel Mugs | 385° F | 180 seconds | 6 min |
| Aluminum Bottles | 385° F | 120 seconds | 6 min |
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Other Substrates |
Temperature |
Press Time |
Oven Time |
| Polyester Shirts | 385° F | 45 seconds | |
| Vegan Leather Coasters | 375° F | 45 seconds | |
| Ceramic Coasters | 385° F | 240 seconds | 6 min |
| Glass Coasters | 365° F | 180 seconds | 6 min |
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Phone Cases Sublimation Glass |
365° F |
180 seconds |
6 min |
| Phone Cases |
385° F |
120 seconds |
6 min |
Expert Advice & Tips
- The sublimation pattern paper may look dull. That is expected. It will show more bright color after sublimation.
- Pre-heat your sublimation machine.
- Warning - Do not leave children alone with this paper or any hot surface.