How does the photo transfer process work?
The photo transfer process occurs when a substance transitions between the solid and gas states without going through a liquid stage; dry ice is an example. In this unique process, an image is applied to a special coated substrate (i.e. ceramics, soft substrates, polyester cloth or metals). To accomplish this conversion change, you need a specialized printer and inks, coated paper, heat equipment (i.e. heating and/or mug presses) and controlled timed pressure. The image is actually pressed into the substrate. Thus, different substrates require different times and temperatures. Ceramics, (i.e. mugs, tiles, cutting boards) fiber board subtrates, (i.e. ornaments, door hangers) metals, (i.e. dog tags, pet tags) and soft substrates (mouse pads, neophrene coasters) must have the special coating to absorb the transfer inks. A tile or mug that does not have the specific coating cannot be used for this type of process. NOTE: Soft substrates (neophrene mouse pads and coasters) may not provide th
