Dye Sublimation vs Screen Printing on Mugs
Custom coffee mugs are a classic promotional item, but the printing method you choose dictates exactly what your artwork can look like. The two primary methods for decorating drinkware are Dye Sublimation and traditional Screen Printing. Let us break down which method is right for your logo.
Understanding the Decoration Methods
Your artwork complexity will almost always make this decision for you.
- Dye Sublimation: This modern method turns ink into a gas that bonds with the mug coating. Dye-sub allows for full-color photographs wrapping around the entire surface of the mug.
- Screen Printing: This classic method presses solid ink onto the surface. Screen print is incredibly durable but is limited to 1-2 solid colors.
The Raven32 Recommendation
If you have a simple, one-color corporate logo, screen printing is highly cost-effective and looks incredibly sharp. However, if you have a colorful gradient logo or want to print a full-color pattern, dye-sublimation is the only way to go. Contact Raven32 today and let our team match your artwork to the perfect printing method.