Sublimation dyes the design into the fabric for unlimited colours that never peel, ideal for full-coverage team kits. Screen printing suits simple logos on cotton but cracks over time and limits colours.
The printing method decides how your kit looks and lasts. The two main choices are sublimation and screen printing.
Here is a straight comparison.
How each works
Sublimation turns ink into gas that bonds with polyester fibres, so the design becomes the fabric. Screen printing pushes ink through a stencil onto the surface, sitting on top.
Side-by-side
| Feature | Sublimation | Screen printing |
|---|---|---|
| Colours | Unlimited | Limited per screen |
| Durability | Never peels | Can crack/peel |
| Best fabric | Polyester | Cotton |
| Full coverage | Yes | Costly |
Which to choose
For full-colour, all-over team jerseys that survive seasons, sublimation wins. Screen printing only makes sense for simple one-colour logos on cotton tees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which lasts longer?
Sublimation, because the design is dyed into the fabric and cannot peel or crack.
Is sublimation more expensive?
For full-colour, all-over designs it is usually cheaper and far more durable than equivalent screen printing.
Can screen printing do gradients?
Not easily; gradients and photos are where sublimation clearly outperforms screen printing.
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