How does the dye sublimation process compare to screen printing?
Banner Dye-sublimation print on polyester material does not affect the hand of the material and is more desirable than screen printing for Home Furnishing & Wallpaper fabrics and the apparel industry. In the United States and Canada dye-sublimation printing is very popular for Window Treatments (curtains & drapes), chair coverings and sheets and pillow cases. The colors are very vibrant, do not wash out and the process is less messy than screen printing which requires messy solvents and dyes. Sublimation is also very popular with sportswear manufacturers- many printed uniforms (cyclewear, soccer, basketball and lacross) on the market today are done via sublimation. Unlike screen printing, where the ink lays on top of the garment, the sublimation process produces permanent images that will not crack or fade. Also, sublimation infuses the image into the thread of the fabric so that is does not affect the breathability of the garment. Most athletes prefer sublimated jerseys versus screen
